DocPreneur Leadership Podcast

Today our guest is an old friend, a musician and an expert in cash healthcare and compliance, Jim Eischen, Esq.    James Eischen, Esq (Jim Eischen) is a licensed California attorney with over 32 years of experience handling complex corporate, business planning, health care and real estate matters. He received his J.D. from the University of California at Davis in 1987, and his B.A. from Creighton University in 1984.   Web Site: https://www.eischenlawoffice.com/about Email: jim@eischenlawoffice.com   Mr. Eischen is a national expert in creating compliant private fee practice models and structuring business transactional relationships with innovative healthcare and wellness models throughout the United States. His work has included compliance solutions for forming private fee practice models (concierge, direct primary care/DPC, integrative/Functional Medicine, connected care platforms) for self-employed healthcare professionals and larger provider networks and systems. He is also recognized nationally for compliance experience regarding complex healthcare corporate business planning and transactions. As a speaker at conferences throughout the US, he addresses private fee practice model formation, business/healthcare integration compliance, telehealth, data privacy, regulatory business planning problem-solving and start-up innovation monetization. In addition to handling traditional healthcare-related corporate transactions, he also works with companies that deliver wellness products and programs to ensure regulatory compliance.   Mr. Eischen's broad complex business planning experience also includes life science company/start-up enterprise regulatory support, integration of healthcare professional expertise into business wellness models, and structuring corporate practice of medicine business modeling. He advises physicians, health plans, and business enterprises in matters connected to reimbursement, contracts, interdisciplinary health professional employment and labor issues, and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance.   Web Site: https://www.eischenlawoffice.com/about Email: jim@eischenlawoffice.com   © 2007-2025 Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. All rights reserved.   CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY IS THE INDUSTRY'S TRADE PUBLICATION, EST. 2007. DISCLAIMER: THIS SITE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE MEDICAL, FINANCIAL, LEGAL OR OTHER PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. © 2025 CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS CONTENT/SITE IS NOT WITHOUT ERROR OR OMISSIONS.

Jonna D. Eimer is a health law and corporate attorney and shareholder at Roetzel & Andress in Chicago, Illinois. She represents numerous concierge medicine practices and has extensive experience with other innovative practice models. She also advises her clients – including physicians and physician groups, dentists, behavioral health clinicians, and other health care providers – in forming new practices, selling established practices, and negotiating employment and shareholder agreements, as well as guiding them with respect to regulatory matters. In addition, she counsels clients in forming management services organizations (MSOs) and navigating these sales to private equity. She can be reached at jeimer@ralaw.com.   By Jonna D. Eimer, Roetzel & Andress   Concierge medicine is on the rise, especially in the “snowbird” states like Florida, as practices and hospitals from Chicago and elsewhere have opened concierge practices to serve their patient populations in these warm locations. As these concierge style medicine practices continue to grow all over the country in primary care, pediatrics, women's health and other specialties, practices need to be particularly mindful of the different legal considerations that affect these new practice models. Because patient membership fees are often paid in advance and the patient agreement usually contemplates a personal relationship with increased access to a certain physician, there are different legal challenges and practice issues that should be addressed at the outset of these practices.   Access the Full Interview (iTunes): LISTEN TO THE FULL INTERVIEW WITH JONNA D. EIMER, Roetzel & Andress (Updated May 2025) Connect with Jonna directly: Jonna D. Eimer is a health law and corporate attorney and shareholder at Roetzel & Andress in Chicago, Illinois. Watch Webinar Version (YouTube): Watch the Full Interview (YouTube) ...   Transitions, Terminations and Retirement   Jonna D. Eimer is a health law and corporate attorney and shareholder at Roetzel & Andress in Chicago, Illinois. © 2024 Roetzel & Andress. Photo Used With Permission.   The concierge model generally relies on increased access and time for patients because physicians have typically accepted fewer patients. Because of this, it can be very difficult to figure out the fairest way to negotiate a partner's exit and how these patients and fees paid would transfer in the event of such departure. Does the partner get paid only in a buy-out of the whole practice or will the practice buy-out the individual partner upon his or her termination? Would this be handled differently in the case of a retirement? Would the practice consider a buy-out only if another physician can be substituted and take over the patient panel? How then is the new provider paid if fees have already been collected for a given year? It is possible the patients reject the substitute physician regardless of the departing physician's recommendation.   Oftentimes, the agreements governing the practice's operations include long notice provisions prior to any termination or retirement because it is not easy to substitute another concierge doctor if one leaves. Also, the patients have paid for the personal relationship and membership with their own doctor, so they do not always feel that this relationship transfers to another doctor. Another thing to consider is if a doctor terminates or unexpectedly dies or becomes disabled and a new doctor cannot cover their patients, what happens to patient fees that have already been collected? The practice needs to consider whether these fees are returned to patients and then whether a new membership agreement is entered into with the new physician. All these considerations need to be addressed in the initial stages of the company's operations.   Cost Sharing/Expenses   Another issue confronting concierge practices is cost sharing and how to divide expenses in this type of practice models. Practices must decide if they are allocating costs based on each physician's patient panel size or based on their respective ownership percentages of the practice. Once you allow for different panel sizes, these differences can become quite problematic, and physicians can end up disagreeing on the fair allocation of these costs. Confronting these differences early in the formation of the practice and providing for them in the practice's operating documents can help avoid difficult and costly conflicts later for the partners.   Sales to Third Parties   Physician owners in a concierge practice also need to consider at the formation of a practice how the profits of the practice will be divided in the case of a sale to a third party. Will profits be divided based on a physician's ownership in the practice or based on an individual physician's production and fee generation? If a practice has providers with vastly different production and patient panel sizes, then this is important to consider because the higher producing partner may want a sale to a third party to take into account these differences. Another partner may feel strongly that profits should be divided based on ownership percentages in the practice entity, which may be equal even if the providers have different numbers of patients. Frequently, the potential buyer has their own considerations for valuing the practices and may ascribe different values to each physician's practice. The buyer may base its valuation of the practice on patient panel size and fees generated by each individual physician.   Regulatory Considerations   Concierge practices typically charge a fee for membership in their practice, which generally allows patients increased access to the physicians and their services. If the practice is accepting Medicare and/or commercial insurance, the fee cannot be charged for any service already covered by Medicare or insurance. Additionally, if the practice accepts commercial insurance, the fee must be scrutinized to be sure it is allowed under any agreement with a commercial payor of the practice. Some payor agreements may specifically prohibit any patient fee for membership in a practice. Some practices have reached out to their commercial payors directly when converting to a concierge practice and have had these commercial payors review and approve their patient agreements and membership fees.   Coverage and Licensing Concerns   Because of the unique access provided to concierge patients, some practices have added special coverage when these patients are out of state or on vacation. In light of their patients who winter in warmer climates, like Florida, California and Arizona, some practices have partnered with other concierge practices in these states to offer services to their “snowbird” patients. Health systems are taking advantage of these practice models also. For instance, Chicago-based Northwestern Medicine opened a concierge medicine office in Naples, Florida, and Ohio-based Cleveland Clinic also has opened concierge medicine practices in multiple Florida locations. Doctors, however, need to be aware that they need to be licensed in the state where the patient resides. Due to these licensing considerations, some concierge physicians are also obtaining licenses in other states to cover patients that often spend their winters in these warmer states.   Final Thoughts   The above issues are just some of the unique considerations facing concierge practices from Chicago to Florida and other states as well. Because each concierge practice has unique patient fee agreements to consider, there is not a “one size fits all” approach to advising these practices. Concierge practices should not overlook the unique legal and practice issues facing them, from patient fee issues to physician departures. These models have a variety of legal challenges that should be addressed at the early stages of the practice, so they do not lead to partner and patient discord later on.   Connect with Jonna D. Eimer at Roetzel & Andress in Chicago, Illinois.   Jonna D. Eimer is a health law and corporate attorney and shareholder at Roetzel & Andress in Chicago, Illinois. She represents numerous concierge medicine practices and has extensive experience with other innovative practice models. She also advises her clients – including physicians and physician groups, dentists, behavioral health clinicians, and other health care providers – in forming new practices, selling established practices, and negotiating employment and shareholder agreements, as well as guiding them with respect to regulatory matters. In addition, she counsels clients in forming management services organizations (MSOs) and navigating these sales to private equity. She can be reached at jeimer@ralaw.com.   Disclaimer: This site does not constitute medical, financial, legal or other professional advice. Please do your due diligence. © 2025 Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. All rights reserved. This site is not without error or omissions. Concierge Medicine Today is the industry's trade publication, est. 2007. 

Today our guest is an old friend, a musician and an expert in cash healthcare and compliance, Jim Eischen, Esq.    James Eischen, Esq (Jim Eischen) is a licensed California attorney with over 32 years of experience handling complex corporate, business planning, health care and real estate matters. He received his J.D. from the University of California at Davis in 1987, and his B.A. from Creighton University in 1984.   Web Site: https://www.eischenlawoffice.com/about Email: jim@eischenlawoffice.com   Mr. Eischen is a national expert in creating compliant private fee practice models and structuring business transactional relationships with innovative healthcare and wellness models throughout the United States. His work has included compliance solutions for forming private fee practice models (concierge, direct primary care/DPC, integrative/Functional Medicine, connected care platforms) for self-employed healthcare professionals and larger provider networks and systems. He is also recognized nationally for compliance experience regarding complex healthcare corporate business planning and transactions. As a speaker at conferences throughout the US, he addresses private fee practice model formation, business/healthcare integration compliance, telehealth, data privacy, regulatory business planning problem-solving and start-up innovation monetization. In addition to handling traditional healthcare-related corporate transactions, he also works with companies that deliver wellness products and programs to ensure regulatory compliance.   Mr. Eischen's broad complex business planning experience also includes life science company/start-up enterprise regulatory support, integration of healthcare professional expertise into business wellness models, and structuring corporate practice of medicine business modeling. He advises physicians, health plans, and business enterprises in matters connected to reimbursement, contracts, interdisciplinary health professional employment and labor issues, and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance.   Web Site: https://www.eischenlawoffice.com/about Email: jim@eischenlawoffice.com   © 2007-2025 Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. All rights reserved.   CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY IS THE INDUSTRY'S TRADE PUBLICATION, EST. 2007. DISCLAIMER: THIS SITE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE MEDICAL, FINANCIAL, LEGAL OR OTHER PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. © 2025 CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS CONTENT/SITE IS NOT WITHOUT ERROR OR OMISSIONS.

A while ago we sat down with Direct Primary Care (DPC) Physician and true "DocPreneur" in our hearts and minds, Dr. Brian Blank. We'll unpack what 2020 was like, what led Dr. Blank to move into this practice model and lessons learned along the way for others.   By Michael Tetreault, Host/Editor and Dr. Brian Blank   "I grew up in the small town of Waterford, PA, delivering newspapers before leaving for the midwest to study broadcast journalism at the University of Missouri. I then spent the next several years working in cable news in both Atlanta and New York. In New York, I met my wife and father-in-law, a longtime primary care physician at the Cleveland Clinic. After many late-night conversations with him, I decided to switch careers to pursue family medicine. After stops in Boston and Costa Rica, I moved to Chapel Hill, NC, where I completed medical school at UNC. I then did my residency in family medicine down the street at Duke University Hospital.   In 2021, I opened Ember Modern Medicine, a practice I had dreamt about for more than a decade.    By eliminating overpriced insurance restrictions, I can spend more time connecting with my patients and focusing on their health and wellbeing instead of rushing through 7-minute visits checking government boxes. My wife and I are now blessed with two beautiful daughters. In my free time, I enjoy competing in endurance sports. I've run more than a dozen marathons, finished 2nd in a 50-mile ultramarathon, and barely survived an Ironman Triathlon. Lately, I've been attending Swamp Rabbit CrossFit. In 2021, I started a running streak, attempting to run at least one mile every single day. When you see me at Ember, ask me how that is going (so we can keep each other accountable)!"   RESOURCES MENTIONED  https://embermodernmedicine.com/ www.ForDoctorsFORUM.org www.ConciergeMedicineFORUM.com www.ConciergeMedicineToday.org  

Baptist Health South Florida Concierge Medicine offers a personalized healthcare experience with a proactive approach to your health and wellness. We give you extended one-on-one time, offering a concierge medicine environment that combines a comprehensive physical examination with exclusive personal services.   By Editor-in-Chief, Concierge Medicine Today   Today I'm joined by Aaron Klein, DO from Baptist Health South Concierge Medicine!    LISTEN TO FULL INTERVIEW (iTunes) ... https://conciergemedicinetoday.net/podcast WATCH THE FULL INTERVIEW ... https://youtu.be/g2P3q_LhB1I    Aaron Klein, D.O., is the concierge medicine director at Baptist Health. Dr. Klein specializes in preventive care, geriatrics and sports medicine. Dr. Klein previously worked at a private practice for 13 years and served as chief of medicine at Boca Raton Regional Hospital for 3 years. He has served as a team physician for the Lynn University and Florida Atlantic University athletic departments for nearly 10 years.    Dr. Klein enjoys concierge medicine for the uniquely personalized patient experience. He appreciates being able to give his time and attention in an accessible, friendly environment. Dr. Klein's approach to patient care is to treat them how he would want his family or himself to be treated. He wants patients to feel comfortable and welcomed and offers them respect, concern and empathy. When he is not treating patients,    Dr. Klein enjoys watching and playing sports, traveling to the national parks and spending time with his family. Source/Credit: https://baptisthealth.net/doctors/baptist-health-medical-group/aaron-leb-klein/2059265   Baptist Health Concierge is the first hospital-based concierge medicine program in Palm Beach County. The goal of the program is to combine Boca Raton Regional Hospital's world-class facilities, amenities and patient care with the personalized approach of a concierge model. As healthcare systems become larger and more impersonal, our concierge program strives to guide patients through the system providing accessibility, healthcare advocacy and high-quality care. These small patient practices enable us to provide extended, same-day appointments in a modern, welcoming environment that fosters a strong physician-patient relationship.    The empathetic and caring approach of our doctors and staff allow patients to play an integral part in their wellness and healthcare decisions. Rest assured, your comfort, health, convenience and satisfaction are our primary objectives.    Connect with Dr. Klein ... https://baptisthealth.net/doctors/baptist-health-medical-group/aaron-leb-klein/2059265   Learn More About Baptist Health Concierge ... https://baptisthealth.net/doctors/baptist-health-medical-group/aaron-leb-klein/2059265   SOURCE: https://baptisthealth.net/doctors/baptist-health-medical-group/aaron-leb-klein/2059265   © 2007-2025 Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. All rights reserved.   CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY IS THE INDUSTRY'S TRADE PUBLICATION, EST. 2007. DISCLAIMER: THIS SITE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE MEDICAL, FINANCIAL, LEGAL OR OTHER PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. © 2025 CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS CONTENT/SITE IS NOT WITHOUT ERROR OR OMISSIONS.

Eunicia is an accomplished wealth strategist and business owner with over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry, her hands on involvement having delivered over $500M in savings across hundreds of clients.   As the founder of the Excelstra, Eunicia and her team provide unbiased wealth strategy coaching and hands on consulting to 7 and 8 figure high achievers and business owners.  As a company, they are intentionally not affiliated with any specific banks or institution.   Eunicia loves serving her community of fellow leaders and successful business owners and proudly serves on the Board of Directors with the Gwinnett Chamber and the Gwinnett Chamber Foundation. She also served as Atlanta's UPWARD Chapter Leader, and was previously on the Board of Advisors for Women's Initiative Networks at Ernst & Young, Booz & Company, and Deloitte.   Website (which is currently under re-construction):  www.excelstra.com   © 2007-2025 Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. All rights reserved.   CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY IS THE INDUSTRY'S TRADE PUBLICATION, EST. 2007. DISCLAIMER: THIS SITE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE MEDICAL, FINANCIAL, LEGAL OR OTHER PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. © 2025 CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS CONTENT/SITE IS NOT WITHOUT ERROR OR OMISSIONS.

Priyanka founded HealthClic in 2015, with a desire to create a concierge medical practice that offers families unparalleled access to a distinguished HealthClic physician. An expert who dedicates their full expertise to the well-being of you and your family. Someone who knows you so well that they anticipate your medical needs, advocate for you, and proactively research solutions before complications arise – almost like having a doctor in the family.   COMPANY OVERVIEW As London's first concierge medicine practice, with a patient list 98% smaller than the average GP practice in London, HealthClic physicians are renowned for providing highly discreet medical services to ultra high-net-worth families and an international clientele. There is a waitlist to join.   Concierge medicine, often known as ‘membership medicine', dates back to 1996 and is an advanced healthcare model from the U.S. where patients pay an annual membership fee to register with their primary care physician; in exchange for a higher level of service, and a smaller patient list. This is a much more exclusive model of healthcare delivery, that involves 24/7 physician access, same-day appointments, and highly personalised, comprehensive care.    HealthClic is meticulously crafted to serve the unique needs of families accustomed to frequent travel and multiple residences; with a highly exclusive patient-to-doctor ratio of 50 families to 1. As a practice, HealthClic excels in prioritising privacy, promptness, and excellence in care, catering not only to those in perfect health but also to those proactively managing their well-being, or those families undergoing a health crisis. Their dedicated physicians ensure longevity and safeguard your legacy with the utmost discretion and precision, making HealthClic the epitome of comprehensive concierge medicine.    LEARN MORE: https://healthclic.co.uk   © 2007-2025 Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. All rights reserved.   CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY IS THE INDUSTRY'S TRADE PUBLICATION, EST. 2007. DISCLAIMER: THIS SITE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE MEDICAL, FINANCIAL, LEGAL OR OTHER PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. © 2025 CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS CONTENT/SITE IS NOT WITHOUT ERROR OR OMISSIONS.

"It touches on a lot of topics: Finding peace with our past. Gender. Race. Grief. Relationships. Growth. Living in a small town. It speaks to other common experiences for us adults and for teenagers."  ~David, January 2025, Book Review, Amazon By Editor-in-Chief, Concierge Medicine Today, Host, The DocPreneur Leadership Podcast I love to read! Like most Doctors you and I know, you're probably reading 4-6 titles right now. Well, I have one more new book I can't wait to tell you about, The Playbook. This story reminds us all of the possibilities when we allow our instincts to take charge-when the game is no longer just a game, but a catalyst for life-altering experiences. I had the unique opportunity to sit down with novelist, friend and author, Gary Parker, PhD. I asked him all the pesky questions I know Doctors listening want to know when it comes to writing and publishing a book. We touched on why we think more Doctors need to put pen to paper and actually keep a journal, the mental health advantages of being alone with our thoughts, how to find a publisher, connect 'islands and bridges,' sell your book, work with editors and publicists and more! "As a young boy, I loved to read and that soon became a desire to write. While a student at Furman University, I worked at the Greenville News newspaper and did a summer internship at my hometown Index-Journal. After completing a Ph.D. at Baylor University I started writing magazine articles on parenting and family (which I have to say, I really knew little about)! Four non-fiction books followed before I dared try a novel. But then I did try and I've been writing novels since then. Twenty total titles have emerged from my imagination and become published stories which, hopefully, inspire us a little and uplift us a lot! My most recent story, The Playbook, should definitely do that. When I'm not writing I enjoy golf, guitar, bike riding (the pedaling kind) and spending time with my wife and family. Nothing spectacular. Just allowing my curiosity to find what's interesting and digging into it." LEARN MORE: https://a.co/d/gwALKzS About The Playbook A guitarist, a philosopher, and a natural-born leader with a ponytail walk onto a football field. In the heart of a small mountain town where football reigns supreme and tradition casts long shadows, Ms. Chelsea Deal defies the norm. Amid the echoes of clashing helmets and the roar of a crowd, Chelsea, a former big-city lawyer now cast as the interim head coach for the undefeated Rabon Knights, becomes the unexpected mentor for two young players whose dreams echo her own. Palmer, a reclusive teenager brimming with untapped talent, and Ty, an old soul fighting the gravest of battles, join forces with Chelsea to overcome their differences and fight for a championship. GET THE BOOK: https://a.co/d/gwALKzS As the season unfolds, so do the lives of these characters as each one strives to defeat personal challenges. Chelsea, with her keen instincts and generous spirit, seeks to rewrite the rules in a town slow to accept her. Palmer, elusive and insecure, navigates the pain of a dysfunctional family and the pull of interests beyond football. And Ty, the quarterback whose bright future is threatened by a deadly adversary, searches for strength in the power of unlikely friendships. From the smoky aroma of Southern barbecue to the indomitable spirit of a team that refuses to yield, The Playbook captures the essence of what it means to fight for every inch, every down, every dream. as a team. This story reminds us of the possibilities when we allow our instincts to take charge-when the game is no longer just a game, but a catalyst for life-altering experiences. Join us on the field and beyond, as Chelsea, Palmer, and Ty show us that sometimes, the most profound victories don't come with a score. Sometimes, when we break through our defenses, both literal and metaphorical, we find glory in unexpected places. And, sometimes, the games aren't just played, but felt, and the characters aren't just written, but lived. GET THE BOOK: https://a.co/d/gwALKzS

Bespoke care and concierge care are both innovative approaches to healthcare, but they serve different purposes.   By the Editor-in-Chief, Concierge Medicine Today.   Words are my passion. While I'm not perfect at grammar (obviously!), I do manage every now and then to string a few thoughts together that resonate with some Physicians out there. I'm also intrigued by how our culture repurposes and rebrands words to promote specific narratives and ideas. And, ever since Mrs. Nielson, my 8th-grade Advanced Language Arts teacher, told me, “You have a gift; keep writing,” I've loved using words. I'm smitten by the science of language and constantly on a hunt to learn the new ways our words are being reused, rebranded, refined and redefined by our culture.   One term worth revisiting is “bespoke.”   If you're not familiar with it in the healthcare context, let me explain. The word ‘bespoke' is probably more familiar to our European healthcare audience than our North American audience and that's okay.   To summarize, I'll do what you might be doing right now, ‘Googling' it.

"My work with NutriDyn enables me to support functional medicine doctors and their patients in optimizing health through evidence-based nutritional supplements. I offer corporate wellness services, both in person and through telemedicine, designed to enhance the health and productivity of professionals in high-stress industries."   By Editor, Concierge Medicine Today/Host, The DocPreneur Leadership Podcast   Former NFL player and your rep, Asher Allen with NutriDyn, alongside Editor-in-Chief, Michael Tetreault of Concierge Medicine Today, discuss today the impact of the functional nutrition conversation in concierge medicine. We dive deep into how important being a global company is when choosing your supplement supplier, how nutrition can help us manage inflammation, brain health and so much more! Having experienced these challenges firsthand, Asher knows how crucial the right supplements and nutrition can be!   Email: asher@nutri-dyn.com Work Tel. (678) 577-1003 (Send a text!) Schedule a Zoom Meeting with Asher Schedule Consultation with Asher Connect On LinkedIn Join Private FaceBook Group Practitioner Resources   LISTEN TO FULL EPISODE HERE ... Listen on iTunes ... Watch full episode ...   CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY IS THE INDUSTRY'S TRADE PUBLICATION, EST. 2007. DISCLAIMER: THIS SITE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE MEDICAL, FINANCIAL, LEGAL OR OTHER PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. © 2024 CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS CONTENT/SITE IS NOT WITHOUT ERROR OR OMISSIONS.

Today we catch up with Zak Holdsworth! LISTEN TO FULL EPISODE ... ACCESS ALL THE LATEST PODCASTS AND CMTs BACK CATALOG ... Our conversation touched on the following (and much more!): DPC Simplified: What sets DPC apart and why it's worth considering, plus addressing common misconceptions. Scaling Success: Strategies for streamlining operations, overcoming challenges, and leveraging technology and partnerships for sustainable growth. Connecting the Dots: How to find the right tools, resources, and mentorship to ease the transition to DPC and build a thriving practice Zak co-founded Hint Health to accelerate the growth and success of the direct primary care (DPC) movement. As a passionate advocate for provider-led, patient-centered care, Zak has dedicated his career to transforming healthcare by driving down costs, improving outcomes, and restoring satisfaction for both patients and providers. Before Hint, Zak was Vice President at WellnessFX, a direct-to-consumer clinical diagnostics and telemedicine company, and a venture capitalist at Voyager Capital, where he focused on innovative technology startups. Zak earned his MBA from Stanford University and a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from Canterbury University in New Zealand. When he's not working to reshape healthcare, Zak enjoys kite surfing and exploring the world through adventure sports. HINT HEALTH Hint Health is the leading digital health company dedicated to supporting the growth and success of the Direct Primary Care (DPC) movement. With a mission to power direct care and make it the new standard, Hint's technology powers thousands of clinics and networks across the nation providing care for over a million members. Hint also produces Hint Summit, the leading DPC innovation conference and supports Hint Connect, a curated national network of independent DPC clinics. Founded in 2013 by Zak Holdsworth and Graham Melcher, the company is headquartered in San Francisco, CA. To learn more visit hint.com. RESOURCES: Learn how Hint powers concierge practices. Looking to launch a new practice? Join the next Practice Launch Bootcamp Cohort or download our DPC Playbook! CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY IS THE INDUSTRY'S TRADE PUBLICATION, EST. 2007. DISCLAIMER: THIS SITE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE MEDICAL, FINANCIAL, LEGAL OR OTHER PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. © 2024 CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS CONTENT/SITE IS NOT WITHOUT ERROR OR OMISSIONS. 

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Maria founded Rebellious with the intention to help people live and age with vitality, alignment and balance in all areas of life.   By Editor, Concierge Medicine Today   Today our podcast guest is a close friend and colleague of yours in concierge medicine, Maria Angelova. Maria collaborates closely with healthcare providers, corporate leaders, and entrepreneurs, offering tailored strategies to enhance well-being for individuals and in the workplace. As a speaker and educator, Maria empowers professionals to embrace intentional living, equipping them with tools to thrive in both their personal and professional lives.   LISTEN TO FULL PODCAST (iTunes) WATCH THE FULL INTERVIEW (Video)   Show Notes and Links Mentioned   Wellness Retreat – July 2025: https://angelova.mykajabi.com/bulgaria The Empowered Practice Masterclass – next class starts in March 2025: https://angelova.mykajabi.com/the-empowered-practice-masterclass Website: https://rebelliousstudio.com/   Connect with Maria:   LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mariamangelova IG: https://www.instagram.com/mind.body.expert FB: https://www.facebook.com/maria.angelova.39750   About   Maria Angelova is a wellness innovator and founder of the Rebellious brand and The Angelova Method, a transformative approach that integrates evidence-based movement, mindset coaching, and preventative strategies. With over 30 years of fitness expertise and 17 years in corporate leadership, Maria bridges the gap between holistic wellness and practical solutions for professionals in high-pressure environments.   Maria founded Rebellious with the intention to help people live and age with vitality, alignment and balance in all areas of life. Her method emphasizes movement, mindfulness, and alignment as key pillars for improving quality of life and preventing burnout.   CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY IS THE INDUSTRY'S TRADE PUBLICATION, EST. 2007. DISCLAIMER: THIS SITE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE MEDICAL, FINANCIAL, LEGAL OR OTHER PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. © 2024 CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS CONTENT/SITE IS NOT WITHOUT ERROR OR OMISSIONS. 

"In this book, I am giving away all my secrets, sharing my tried-and-true steps to creating the private practice of your dreams, so you can build a profitable business centered around excellent patient care. This is about starting a private practice that truly promotes you and your areas of expertise."   DR. BROOK CHOULET'S NEW BOOK IS HERE! THE ULTIMATE PRIVATE PRACTICE PLAYBOOK   ALL OF MY TIPS FOR BUILDING THE PRIVATE PRACTICE ARE WAITING FOR YOU INSIDE THIS BOOK!   PURCHASE BOOK HERE ... LEARN MORE ABOUT CHOULET PERFORMANCE PSYCHIATRY ...   WHAT YOU'LL GAIN FROM THIS BOOK   A Clear Roadmap to Success: Whether you're still in training or decades into your career, this book lays out step-by-step guidance to start and grow your private practice—no guesswork required. Insider Knowledge from Real-World Experience:Learn strategies I used to launch a thriving concierge group practice during residency, scale it to 11 physicians and clinicians in three years, and build a national reputation—all while balancing the demands of your job or training. Expert Marketing and Branding Tips: Discover how to position yourself as the go-to provider in your field, attract your ideal clients, and create a brand that sets you apart. Proven Business Strategies for Physicians and Clinicians: Get practical advice on mastering finances, streamlining operations, and creating sustainable growth tailored specifically for mental health professionals. Inspiration and Empowerment: Understand that it's never too early—or too late—to take control of your career and build the practice of your dreams. During my time in residency and fellowship, I started my own practice and grew it into a thriving group with 11 physicians and clinicians in just three years. Along the way, I was asked countless questions by residents, students, and colleagues about how to build a practice.    PURCHASE BOOK HERE ...   This book is my response—a comprehensive resource to guide and inspire others to do the same.   ABOUT Choulet Performance Psychiatry®   At Choulet Performance Psychiatry®, we are revolutionizing mental health care for today's professionals, and their families, through a deep understanding that achieving mental excellence is key. We guide our patients to optimize performance in all facets of life and enhance overall life satisfaction. Our personalized, evidence-based concierge services cater to individuals striving for excellence in personal relationships, professional or academic pursuits, and athletic endeavors. We are committed to individually crafted treatment plans that empower clients to achieve sustained mental clarity, resilience, and success in every aspect of their lives. As the premier destination for mental health excellence, we provide a collaborative and holistic approach to meet the unique needs and ambitions of every individual we serve.   PRACTICE WEB SITE ...    CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY IS THE INDUSTRY'S TRADE PUBLICATION, EST. 2007. DISCLAIMER: THIS SITE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE MEDICAL, FINANCIAL, LEGAL OR OTHER PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. © 2024 CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS CONTENT/SITE IS NOT WITHOUT ERROR OR OMISSIONS.   

At Concierge Medical Associates, we redefine healthcare and longevity medicine by merging traditional expertise with modern innovation. Led by Dr. Murphy, a board-certified concierge physician and specialist with training from Yale and Mount Sinai, our practice stands at the forefront of precision medicine. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Murphy has been recognized by top media outlets as a Longevity and Regenerative Medicine Specialist as well as a Top Doc for over a decade. He has catered to a diverse clientele, from royalty to elite athletes. Our approach is rooted in personalized care, harnessing the power of genetic insights and AI-driven methodologies to ensure optimal health and longevity for our patients.   By Concierge Medicine Today   January 2025 - Dr. Steven Murphy stands at the forefront of personalized healthcare and longevity medicine, blending traditional medical wisdom with innovative Genetic, Regenerative, Cellular, Orthobiologic, and Energy based insights. As a board-certified specialist in both Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine, Author, Professor and Executive his expertise is further enriched by his training in Clinical Genetics from renowned institutions like Yale and The Mount Sinai Hospital. With a practice spanning nearly 15 years, Dr. Murphy's clientele is as diverse as it is elite, ranging from royalty to executives to top-tier professional athletes, to everyday individuals looking to live longer and experience a "Life WELL LIVED".   LEARN MORE ABOUT DR. MURPHY ... LEARN MORE ABOUT CONCIERGE MEDICAL ASSOCIATES ...    His commitment to holistic health is evident not just in his practice but also in his outreach efforts. Dr. Murphy hosts the enlightening podcast 'Murphy's Medicine' and co-hosts the thought-provoking 'Hard Truths and Convenient Lies'. His YouTube channel, 'Murphy's Medical Minute', offers bite-sized insights into the latest in health and wellness.   LISTEN TO LATEST INTERVIEW (Jan 2025) with Dr. Murphy and Concierge Medicine Today ...   Beyond his digital presence, Dr. Murphy's expertise has been recognized and featured in prestigious national press outlets, including Bloomberg, USA Today, Newsweek, NY Times, and WSJ. His appearances on television channels such as Bloomberg, ABC, NBC, CBS, and News 12 have further solidified his reputation as a trusted voice in the medical community.   Engage with Dr. Murphy on social media or tune into his podcasts and YouTube channel to embark on a transformative health journey, guided by one of the industry's best.   Dr. Murphy's Authored Books   "Weight Loss Secrets Revealed: Your Ultimate Guide to GLP-1 Medications" (Kindle or Paperback Edition) by Steven A.R. Murphy M.D. "Heal Smarter: 6 Key Questions for Regenerative Medicine Success" by Steven Murphy MD   CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY IS THE INDUSTRY'S TRADE PUBLICATION, EST. 2007. DISCLAIMER: THIS SITE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE MEDICAL, FINANCIAL, LEGAL OR OTHER PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. © 2024 CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS CONTENT/SITE IS NOT WITHOUT ERROR OR OMISSIONS.

My wife often jokes that I read 4-5 books simultaneously. It's true! If you own a digital book reader or use an audiobook app like Audible to consume books, then you've probably jumped between a title or two as well, depending on your mood.   By Editor, Concierge Medicine Today   I personally love bouncing between a few titles and topics. I think the secret is listening or reading one chapter at a time once or twice a week! Then, I jump onto a podcast path, perhaps with a similar author I find interesting in the car or during a workout.   But finding the right balance between learning and pleasure is important, especially FOR Doctors!   Reading a few books simultaneously helps me avoid getting stuck or bored. If a book or a chapter is too slow, allow yourself to skip a track or jump a few pages. Life is too short, and there are too many great books to push through painfully.   Throughout nearly the past two decades here at Concierge Medicine Today, we compiled a list of books that either I've read and found helpful or your peers and those we've interviewed over the years here at Concierge Medicine Today, our conference, the Concierge Medicine Forum, or our podcast, The DocPreneur Leadership Podcast, have been recommended to us on this topic.   Note: If you're specifically only looking for books about Concierge Medicine, we included a few recommendations at the end of the article we would offer for your consideration as well.    In keeping with what we've learned today … “The best leaders are readers!” — here are some of the titles your peers have mentioned and a few more books that have come across our path we recommend Physicians consider —   Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection" by Charles Duhigg" "Radical Candor: Fully Revised & Updated Edition: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity" Hardcover – Big Book, October 1, 2019 by Kim Scott "No More Waiting Rooms: A Customer Service Road Map to Help Remarkable Medical Offices Navigate Their Way Towards an Irresistible Practice Where Gratitude Is on Repeat!" by Michael Tetreault "Counterclockwise: Using Peptides to Renew, Rejuvenate, and Rediscover" by Dr. Suzanne J Ferree "Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less" Paperback – December 29, 2020 by Greg McKeown (Author) "Designing for Health: The Human-Centered Approach" Hardcover – November 13, 2023 by Craig Joseph (Author), Jerome Pagani (Author) "Untangle Your Emotions: Naming What You Feel and Knowing What to Do About It" Hardcover – February 13, 2024 by Jennie Allen (Author) "Unstoppable Brain: The New Neuroscience that Frees Us from Failure, Eases Our Stress, and Creates Lasting Change" Hardcover – April 30, 2024 by Kyra Bobinet (Author) "Today Matters: 12 Daily Practices to Guarantee Tomorrow's Success" by John C. Maxwell (Author) "The Beauty of Everyday Things" (Penguin Classics) Translation Edition by Soetsu Yanagi (Author) "Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection" by Charles Duhigg "The Blood Pressure BluePrint: The Holistic Guide to Defeating Hypertension" by Dr. Ellie Campbell "Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It" by Chris Voss (Author), Tahl Raz (Author) "Power of Moments" by Dan and Chip Heath "The Simple Truths of Service" by Ken Blanchard and Barbara Glanz "The Power of Customer Experience: 5 Elements to Make An Impact" by Elizabeth Dixon "Find Your Yellow Tux: How to be Successful by Standing Out" by Jesse Cole “Excellence Wins: A No-Nonsense Guide to Becoming the Best in a World of Compromise” by Horst Schulze, Dean Merrill, et al. "The Comeback Effect" by Jason Young “The Other Side of Illness: Unexpected Blessings” by Dr. Robin Hall "The Forgotten Power of Bathing: How a Daily Bath Can Improve Your Health and Happiness" by Élaine Drolet and Dr. Ken Redcross MD "Well Designed Life: 10 Lessons in Brain Science & Design Thinking for a Mindful, Healthy, & Purposeful Life" Paperback – September 12, 2015 by Kyra Bobinet MD MPH (Author) “The EntreMD Method: A Proven Roadmap for Doctors Who Want to Live Life and Practice Medicine on Their Terms” by Nneka Unachukwu “Unreasonable Hospitality” by Will Guidara "Breathing Room: A 28-Day Devotional for Women" by Sandra Stanley "The Diary of a CEO: The 33 Laws of Business and Life" by Steven Bartlett “Trillion Dollar Coach” by Eric Schmidt (Author), Jonathan Rosenberg (Author), Alan Eagle (Author) “Necessary Endings” by Henry Cloud "How Teens Win: The Student's Guide to Accomplishing Big Goals" by Jon Acuff "Vivid Vision: A Remarkable Tool For Aligning Your Business Around a Shared Vision of the Future" by Cameron Herold “Hospitable Healthcare: Just What the Patient Ordered!” by Stowe Shoemaker, Ph.D. (Author) & Peter Yesawich, Ph.D. (Author) “Outlive” by Peter Attia MD and Bill Gifford "DISMISSED: Tackling the Biases That Undermine our Health Care" by Angela Marshall, M.D. “Cooking with Trader Joe's Cookbook: Lighten Up!” by Susan Greeley (Author) "Secrets of Longevity: Hundreds of Ways to Live to Be 100" by Dr. Dr. Maoshing Ni “When the Heavens Went On Sale” by Ashlee Vance “Compassionomics: The Revolutionary Scientific Evidence That Caring Makes a Difference” by Stephen Trzeciak and Anthony Mazzarelli “KING. A life.” by Jonathan Eig "Made for More: Physician Entrepreneurs Who Live Life and Practice Medicine on Their Own Terms" by Dr. Nneka Unachukwu “What To Do Next: Taking Your Best Step When Life Is Uncertain” by Jeff Henderson (Author) “The Doctor's Guide to Concierge Medicine” by Concierge Medicine Today (Author) "Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World" by Adam Grant and Sheryl Sandberg "Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know" by Adam Grant “Leading with Dignity: How to create a culture that brings out the best in people” by Donna Hicks “Winning the War in your Mind” by Craig Groeschel “Liturgy of the Ordinary: Sacred Practices in Everyday Life” by Tish Harrison Warren "Rebel Ideas: The Power of Thinking Differently"by Matthew Syed “The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication” by John Maxwell "The Visibility Formula: Taking Your Business From Best Kept Secret To Household Name" by Dr. Nneka Unachukwu (Author) "Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action" by Simon Sinek   We want to hear from you: what other books or resources would you add to this list? Email us at editor@conciergemedicinetoday.org.   Books Specific to Physicians Wishing to Learn About Concierge Medicine or Peer Recommended That Concierge Medicine Physicians Have Read Specific To Filling a Knowledge Gap About Business During Their Transition Into Concierge Medicine   “The EntreMD Method: A Proven Roadmap for Doctors Who Want to Live Life and Practice Medicine on Their Terms” by Nneka Unachukwu "The Power of Customer Experience: 5 Elements to Make An Impact" by Elizabeth Dixon “What To Do Next: Taking Your Best Step When Life Is Uncertain” by Jeff Henderson (Author) “The Doctor's Guide to Concierge Medicine” by Concierge Medicine Today (Author) “The Other Side of Illness: Unexpected Blessings” by Dr. Robin Hall "Hospitable Healthcare: Just What the Patient Ordered!” by Stowe Shoemaker, Ph.D. (Author) & Peter Yesawich, Ph.D. (Author) "No More Waiting Rooms: A Customer Service Road Map to Help Remarkable Medical Offices Navigate Their Way Towards an Irresistible Practice Where Gratitude Is on Repeat!" by Michael Tetreault "The Ultimate Private Practice Playbook: Step-by-Step Strategies for Building a Practice That's Uniquely Yours" Paperback – Released: January 1, 2025 by Dr. Brook Choulet M.D.  “Excellence Wins: A No-Nonsense Guide to Becoming the Best in a World of Compromise” by Horst Schulze, Dean Merrill, et al. "The Comeback Effect" by Jason Young   Bonus!   “Necessary Endings” by Henry Cloud “Unreasonable Hospitality” by Will Guidara

You and I can't always choose how or when to leave a job. And sometimes life isn't fair. The point is that today, considering the legacy you're about to leave behind [at your current workplace], you honor the people you've worked beside and the patients you've served.   A message from the Editor-in-Chief, Concierge Medicine Today   A Sept. 3, 2024, MGMA Stat poll found that 27% of medical groups report having a physician leave or retire early in 2024 due to burnout, compared to 68% that did not and 5% reporting “unsure.” Even more interesting is that a larger percentage of physicians in another survey expressed a likelihood of leaving their current position within the next few years, with some studies showing up to 35% considering a departure.   Whether you're contemplating a leap into the world of concierge medicine or just daydreaming about your dream job, here are three simple questions you should consider if and when you decide to make a big move in your career!   But before we spotlight those questions, we should pause for just a minute and talk about the legacy you're leaving behind—the people and patients you've served along the way. Physicians leave organizations every day and continue to do amazing things. And when you end a job or a position at a hospital or practice where you've worked well, that's part of your legacy, too. Legacy isn't just about the end of your career or estate planning.   You and I can't always choose how or when to leave your job. And sometimes life isn't fair. The point is that today, considering the legacy you're about to leave behind, honor the people you've worked beside and the patients you've served. Legacy, as we're discussing it today, isn't something you should ignore because you got your feelings hurt or emotions are getting the best of you. Ignoring your legacy has the potential to undermine the life that you've lived and the gifts that you've given to the patients you've served, the colleagues you've worked next to all these years, and the opportunities you've given other people. So yeah, this a big deal. So asking these questions and really thinking about your legacy and who and what you're leaving behind is an important conversation with the people around you right now.   Who can you turn to for guidance? We all recognize the value of sound advice intellectually but it's crucial to seek counsel from individuals within your network who won't simply tell you what you want to hear but rather will support and guide you in making critical decisions and help you identify your blind spots. Think about creating a list of these people and reach out to them. Consider taking them out for lunch and telling them beforehand what you'd like to discuss. This will shorten the pleasantries and help shortcut the discussion around your primary concerns about a job transition.   How much time will it take to heal the emotional and psychological wounds of the past workplace experience?  Emotions often play a pivotal role in our decision-making. However, what will happen in six months when you discover that the new job has its own set of dysfunctional workplace issues? Allow yourself time to heal from the weight of the last workplace experience. There's nothing worse than finding yourself a decade from now (or perhaps retired) and still traumatized by the same set of emotional wounds you never allowed to properly treat years ago.   Will you take a leap or build a runway? Financial concerns are not always the primary factor when it comes to changing careers or jobs. Often, it's about better hours, a supportive boss, or more family time. Many physicians contemplating career transitions tend to overlook the “what if” questions: What if this doesn't work out? What if I don't enjoy the area? The list can be endless. When seeking career advice from trusted individuals, be cautious of platitudes. These can create a misleading sense of confidence. For instance, when you share your story, some may advise you to “Just take a leap of faith.” But where is your parachute? What does your financial runway look like if it doesn't pan out? Others might suggest, “If you build it, they will come.” While these statements may hold some truth, they often lack a foundation in reality. If your next career move doesn't succeed, what will you stand to lose? What are your exit strategies? How long is the contract? Who will be your actual boss?   At the end of day, you and I, the colleagues you know, your friends and associates, we all have something in common. That is the unfortunate reality that we will not be remembered necessarily for our finest hours, but our final hours. That's very sobering for all of us and the reason why we're so passionate and repetitive about our mission – and that is to be FOR Doctors. Because at the end of the day it's no longer about being the best Doctor in the world anymore, it's about being the best Doctor FOR the world, FOR your patients and FOR your local community.   Bonus: Here are the five books we encourage any Physician to read if you're in a season of career transition.   “What To Do Next: Taking Your Best Step When Life Is Uncertain” by Jeff Henderson (Author) “Necessary Endings” by Henry Cloud “The Doctor's Guide to Concierge Medicine” by Concierge Medicine Today (Author) “Today Matters: 12 Daily Practices to Guarantee Tomorrow's Success” by John C. Maxwell (Author) The EntreMD Method:A Proven Roadmap for Doctors Who Want to Live Life and Practice Medicine on Their Terms” by Nneka Unachukwu   CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY IS THE INDUSTRY'S TRADE PUBLICATION, EST. 2007. DISCLAIMER: THIS SITE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE MEDICAL, FINANCIAL, LEGAL OR OTHER PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. © 2024 CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 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“If it's not already obvious, I'm absolutely convinced thank you notes are one of the best over-the-counter remedies a medical office can use to apply first aid for treating those stressed out, grouchy, grinch-like moods [during the holidays] that happen in almost every practice."   By Editor, Concierge Medicine Today   The holiday season is like a golden ticket for doctors to shine bright in your community and creatively engage with your patients!   With creative thinking, time, and a clever marketing idea (or three!), I believe you can roll out the red carpet and make memorable patient and staff connections during this busy season.   Here are a few bright ideas we've observed over the years that we hope you might find helpful!   Organize a Community Charity Drive: Engaging in charitable acts can infuse your practice's office culture with positivity—it's a win for everyone involved! Consider collaborating with a local charity for a canned goods or toy drive. Reach out to a nearby charity or non-profit to find out their needs. Then, launch a giving campaign that includes information about the organization. This could be as straightforward as collecting socks and toothpaste, organizing a coat drive, or gathering food for a local shelter. You might even take inspiration from some medical offices we've seen by wrapping a large box in festive gift wrap, placing it in your lobby, and sending a social media post or email to patients about your holiday collection drive. Include easy instructions on how, where, and when they can drop off their unwrapped donations while enjoying some holiday hot cocoa (or tea, if that's more your style!). This initiative not only spreads joy but also brings smiles to your patients and staff who are eager to contribute. For instance, Children's Hospital Colorado has partnered with local charities during the holidays to encourage patient involvement and strengthen community ties. (Source: Children's Hospital Colorado annual reports) Approaches like these not only support local causes but also enhance goodwill among your community, as well as current and prospective patients and your team.  What about a Holiday-Themed Patient Appreciation Event? Many concierge medical offices have decked the halls with festive parties, practice birthdays, and open houses to shower their patients with gratitude! Take a page from Mayo Clinic's playbook; they've hosted community health fairs during the holidays, complete with free health check-ups, tasty healthy treats, and wellness tips. It's a win-win—boosting patient loyalty while weaving stronger community bonds together! (Source: Mayo Clinic Community Engagement) Holiday Wellness Kits offer a distinctive approach to health during the festive season. One great example we recently read about was the Cleveland Clinic, which occasionally supplied kits containing hand sanitizers, vitamins, nutritious recipes, and stress relief items to patients throughout the holidays. This initiative not only demonstrates genuine care but also promotes healthy lifestyle habits and practices. (Source: Cleveland Clinic Seasonal Campaign Reports) Fun Social Media Activities: Plastic surgery, aesthetics, and concierge medicine are confidently showcasing their services on social media as if they own the stage! They're connecting with their local social media audience and gaining new followers through holiday posts that are even more enjoyable than a snowball fight. Picture a local dentist launching their "12 Days of Smiles" celebration, delighting us with daily contests and health tips like it's confetti, all the while rewarding patients for their participation and commentary online! And let's not overlook the pediatric doctor sporting those vibrant, eye-catching fun socks his patients love to comment about —talk about serious sock style! You could offer on your own social media accounts the opportunity for some lucky local follower to win some fun, quirky socks of their own or promote a new product or service offering you have just implemented in your practice to also help spread some holiday joy -- all the while transforming your online presence into a winter wonderland or warm, seasonable and festive commentary! Seasonal Health Workshops are another great idea worth considering. You could host festive or seasonal-themed health workshop focused on stress relief strategies, healthy cooking recipe cards for the holidays, or even some winter wellness tips strategically designed to help your patients who are new or unfamiliar with your practice. Cleveland Clinic, for example, has successfully organized workshops that highlight managing holiday stress and healthy eating. (Source: Cleveland Clinic Educational Programs)   At the end of the season, these activities help keep your practice at the forefront of patients' minds while providing invaluable information to your local community. After all it's no longer about being the best Doctor in the world anymore, it's about being the best Doctor FOR the world, FOR your Patients and FOR your local community.   Fingers crossed, some of these clever ideas have sparked your holiday spirit and inspired you to spread a little holiday cheer on the bond between your healthcare heroes and your patients. Whatever you decide to do, doing good is always good FOR business, and boosting patient and brand loyalty helps keep the good vibes flowing throughout the holiday season!

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Disclaimer: This content, in whole or in part, along with its resources, links, mentions, and materials, does not offer legal, medical, financial, or any other professional advice. You assume all associated risks. We strongly encourage you to perform your own due diligence and work with a trusted advisor or professional or a competent attorney who understands your unique practice needs.    Today, we're discussing why it's crucial to routinely revisit your Communication Policy with a trusted professional or a competent attorney with knowledge of this space. But first, let me say this to the Physician who needs to hear it: A well-written, often updated, and routinely revised Communication Policy is a form of self-care. Not only is it for the Physicians' mental and emotional health, but it's also for the Patients' benefit. A well-written, often updated, and routinely revised Communication Policy helps maintain a healthy work-life balance, gives structure to your responses, and is critical to a successful marriage! In concierge medicine, a good communication policy and a secure messaging platform should free Physicians up to do what they do best. These two things working together should give you, your Practice and your Patients the freedom to respond to messages at their convenience, address questions promptly, and automatically document interactions in the patient's EMR. Don't look at them as a way to restrict communication. That's what the rest of healthcare attempts to do. You're different, and that's okay.   A well-written, often updated, and routinely revised Communication Policy is a set of personal rules that become a matter of professional conscience. Remember, "... it's no longer about being the best Doctor in the world anymore, it's about being the best Doctor FOR the world, FOR your Patients, and FOR your local community." A well-written, often updated, and routinely revised Communication Policy can help you avoid regrets that might otherwise occur. A well-written, often updated, and routinely revised Communication Policy is a choice you make for yourself and will impact you and those closest to you.   READ FULL ARTICLE ...   (C) 2024 Concierge Medicine Today LLC  

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Today's Discussion Topics:   #WINTHENOW - Strategies for optimal thinking and overcoming fear in an ever-changing World. Help... I am Torched! - Strategies for overcoming burnout and stepping forward boldly Climbing the Mountain! - Strategies from Kilimanjaro so you reach your peak in Life and Leadership Please find out more Eric's bio, topics and other details here.     Eric Recker and I caught up for an encouraging and inspiring conversation about so many topics related to a Physicians personal development, their leadership, mental toughness, mindset, success, business, burnout, bullying related, entrepreneurship and answered all of our pesky questions you may have for him.    Eric has been a featured guest podcasts, see sample links below:   (WW) Dentist: On a Mission from God #25 - Dr. Eric Recker - A Passion to #WINtheNOW Classroom Corner #33 : Pole, Pole Pace Part 1   Website:       https://ericrecker.com/ Facebook:    https://www.facebook.com/eric.recker.1 Instagram:    https://www.instagram.com/docrecker/   Check out his interview on the DREAM. THINK. DO. with host Mitch Matthews   © Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. ("CMT") All rights reserved.   Disclaimers: All content presented here is for general information purposes only. It is NOT intended to provide medical, legal, professional, accounting or financial advice. No warranties or guarantees are assumed or implied and user(s) releases Concierge Medicine Today, LLC, its agents, representatives, affiliated brands/companies and/or guests from all damages, liability and/or claims. Be advised, some references, companies, individuals, products, services, resources and/or links may be out-of-date. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC does not update content past its release date. User(s) assume all risk and liability with any use of the content as well as third party links. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC., has no formal peer review and, therefore, cannot guarantee the validity of information and/or content contained on its web sites, podcasts, and/or all content it produces or releases. While some of our speakers may be licensed Physicians, they are not your Physician. Please consult your Physician related to anything you may have read or heard or have questions about or call 911. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and/or opinions of Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. The "Concierge Medicine Today, LLC" ("CMT") name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Additional disclaimers, releases, terms of use and conditions apply also to the production and/or use of this content, https://conciergemedicinetoday.org/tcpp/.

Investing in your team is like giving your medical practice a turbo boost!   Your administrative team are the wizards behind the curtain, handling all the nitty-gritty details. So, why not send them off for a day or three to soak up some knowledge, get inspired, and sprinkle some fresh ideas back into your practice when they return?   Well, mark your calendars, folks!   In October, we've got not one but TWO fantastic events!   First up, the 2024 Concierge Medicine Forum (www.ConciergeMedicineForum.com) is rolling into town from October 17-19, 2024.    And hot on its heels, the Revolution Practice two-day extravaganza is set for October 25-26, 2024, at the same fabulous spot! Let the learning begin!   LEARN MORE/REGISTER TO ATTEND: www.ConciergeMedicineForum.com and, https://www.revolutionpractice.com/event-details/live-educational-event   At Revolution Practice, our mission is to empower doctors, dentists, and other health professionals by helping them build cohesive and effective support teams that collaborate seamlessly to achieve optimal health outcomes for their clients.   We are committed to partnering with healthcare providers to transform their practices, enabling them to provide exceptional care and enhance the well-being of their patients. By offering comprehensive consulting services, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, introducing Functional Medicine and leveraging cutting-edge strategies, we strive to create an environment where healthcare professionals can thrive and patients receive the highest standard of personalized care.   

Concierge Medicine is like a shining beacon of inspiration and transformation in healthcare. Today, we're chatting with Dustin Mangas who's serving up some serious wisdom for all the Doctors out there. Dive into this interview with Dustin and get ready to be inspired. He truly gets it -- and we he's here to light the way.   Connect with Dustin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustin-mangas-876b7329/   LEARN MORE ABOUT PURE Executive Health and Wellness in Coral Gables, FL: https://purehealthmiami.com/   CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY IS THE INDUSTRY'S TRADE PUBLICATION, EST. 2007.   DISCLAIMER: THIS SITE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE MEDICAL, FINANCIAL, LEGAL OR OTHER PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. © 2024 CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

I sat down with a returning and special guest here on our podcast and asked my daughter, "What do you think the Doctor's Office will be like when you grow up?"   Caption: Editor, Michael Tetreault and daughter on a CMT podcast discussing what's important to the all-star team at home.   By Michael Tetreault, Editor-in-Chief, Concierge Medicine Today, Host,  The DocPreneur Leadership Podcast   I had a blast chatting with my daughter before she returns to school next week. We played a round of twenty questions, diving into life's mysteries, the world of food labels, the secret language of nutrition, the wonders of education, and, naturally, her take on the wacky world of healthcare!   LISTEN TO FULL EPISODE HERE ... (OR BELOW)   CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY IS THE INDUSTRY'S TRADE PUBLICATION, EST. 2007. DISCLAIMER: THIS SITE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE MEDICAL, FINANCIAL, LEGAL OR OTHER PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. © 2024 CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Our next guest is Kyle Swinsky, CEO of AMOpportunities. Kyle leads a company that helps medical trainees, students, and international graduates secure rotations in the US. Kyle's company mission is to help improve the US health system by unveiling the importance of foreign-trained physicians and the impact of US clinical experiences for international medical students/graduates across the world.   Kyle Swinsky is the co-founder and CEO of AMOpportunities, a Chicago-based company that helps international medical students and graduates secure U.S. rotations and supports hospitals and schools in managing trainees through high-quality services and software solutions.   Connect with Kyla and AMOpportunities Here https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyleswinsky/ https://amopportunities.org/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-xw8Mr2bu7bvD6PTezy0YQ In 2013, Kyle, along with co-founder and COO Ben Bradley, launched AMOpportunities to make U.S. clinical experiences accessible to medical trainees around the world. Since 2013, AMO has tripled in size, raised $8.9 million in funding, won the President's “E” Award for Exports and PIEoneer of the Year, and helped more than 3,600 trainees rotate in the U.S.   The company counts Kaplan Medical and AMSA as partners as well as institutions such as University of Miami, Chicago Medicine, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, and Florida International University.   © Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. ("CMT") All rights reserved.   Disclaimers: All content presented here is for general information purposes only. It is NOT intended to provide medical, legal, professional, accounting or financial advice. No warranties or guarantees are assumed or implied and user(s) releases Concierge Medicine Today, LLC, its agents, representatives, affiliated brands/companies and/or guests from all damages, liability and/or claims. Be advised, some references, companies, individuals, products, services, resources and/or links may be out-of-date. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC does not update content past its release date. User(s) assume all risk and liability with any use of the content as well as third party links. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC., has no formal peer review and, therefore, cannot guarantee the validity of information and/or content contained on its web sites, podcasts, and/or all content it produces or releases. While some of our speakers may be licensed Physicians, they are not your Physician. Please consult your Physician related to anything you may have read or heard or have questions about or call 911. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and/or opinions of Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. The "Concierge Medicine Today, LLC" ("CMT") name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Additional disclaimers, releases, terms of use and conditions apply also to the production and/or use of this content, https://conciergemedicinetoday.org/tcpp/.

Sponsored Webinar   Founded in 2018, My Financial Coach has focused on providing financial planning and wellness through the use of technology and financial experts. Our leadership and operations team ranges from world-renowned economists to leading financial planners from famous fintech startups. We hope to shape the financial services industry towards a truly unbiased and unconflicted professional service that can dedicate itself to their clientele. Based out of Scottsdale, Arizona, and servicing the whole United States, My Financial Coach's planning service is mostly found as an employer benefit in leading companies. As such, our coaching model takes into account workplace benefits and couples it with personal assets. We look forward to changing the world of financial services one account at a time!   To learn more, visit www.MyFinancialCoach.com   About My Financial Coach   MFC provides financial-wellness programs to individuals with complex needs. The service is ideal for individuals who are a business or practice owner, have investments, multiple properties, have access to workplace benefits, etc. The CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) professionals develop personalized financial plans to meet the physicians's lifetime goals to ensure they and their families achieve maximum long-term results. The process can include consulting with qualified Subject Matter Experts to provide the best financial outcome for each client. Like and follow our pages on social media to keep updated on the news, or sign up for our monthly newsletter!   # #   Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board) owns the CFP® certification mark, the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification mark, and the CFP® certification mark (with plaque design) logo in the United States, which it authorizes use of by individuals who successfully complete CFP Board's initial and ongoing certification requirements.     This is a sponsored webinar/podcast/recording. Please note that an interview is not considered an endorsement.  CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY IS THE INDUSTRY'S TRADE PUBLICATION, EST. 2007.   DISCLAIMER: THIS SITE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE MEDICAL, FINANCIAL, LEGAL, TAX OR OTHER PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. Educational/general information purposes only. Not an endorsement for or against. Results not vetted. Views of the guests do not represent those of the host or show. Please do your due diligence.    © 2024 CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

You can't control how they left you. You can control how you leave them. Consider sending a thank you note.   By Michael Tetreault, Editor-in-Chief, Concierge Medicine Today/Host, Concierge Medicine Forum   Hear me out …   Experts say finishing well requires expressing gratitude — even to those you've worked next to, for, and around for the past few years.   Do you want to finish this job, this chapter, or your current season on a high note, or carry the emotional and mental baggage into the exam room or hallways within the confines of your new adventure? Physicians have it tough enough already, wouldn't you agree?   For one Physician reading this right now, expressing gratitude as they finish this season of their career may well be their most critical test.   READ FULL STORY ...   CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY IS THE INDUSTRY'S TRADE PUBLICATION, EST. 2007. DISCLAIMER: THIS SITE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE MEDICAL, FINANCIAL, LEGAL OR OTHER PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. © 2024 CONCIERGE MEDICINE TODAY, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

A concierge medicine doctor recently called me out of the blue on my cell phone.   She followed up with a phone call a few weeks later with another text with a helpful link to something we had discussed earlier. As you might imagine, it made my day!   Can the Physician do something like this FOR everyone or every patient?   No, but as author A.S. says, “Do for one what you wish you could do for everyone.”   Here's a little nudge: Don't allow robots, algorithms, antiquated processes, phrases from your team like 'Well this is how we've always done it ...' or fancy tech to steal the spotlight from the heart and soul of your practice. It's those personal touches and sincere thoughtfulness and care that genuinely win over patients, not just plain old efficiency. Remember, it's all about YOU!   FOR YOU, FOR DOCTORS,  ~Michael, Editor-in-Chief, Host, Concierge Medicine Forum

Meet Ethan A. Nkana, the visionary behind Rocky Mountain Physician Agency (RMPA), and a potential disruptor for The DocPreneur Leadership Podcast. Back in 2019, he saw that doctors were getting paid unfairly based on factors like where they went to school or their race and gender.    TO LEARN MORE OR CONNECT WITH ETHAN, visit: https://rmpa.co/   Amidst the COVID-19 chaos, Ethan noticed that doctors were dealing with unfair contracts, working crazy hours, and burning out. That's when he decided to shake things up and create RMPA–a go-to for doctors looking for a fair deal.   Connect with Ethan and Rocky Mountain Physician Agency, visit: https://rmpa.co/   Ethan lives by a simple rule: "Doctors First. Always." He's all about making sure doctors get treated right and get the info they need. Here's the cool part—Ethan only gets paid if doctors benefit. His paycheck is tied to the good things he does for them.   During Ethan's time as a hospital executive, he uncovered a secret that hospital executives might not want doctors to know: doctors are incredibly valuable to hospitals, contributing over $1 million each year. Then why are they so unfairly compensated?   Digging deeper, doctors of color and women doctors are paid less, even with the same training. The data on pay differences for women doctors and doctors of color highlights this unfairness. Ethan is determined to make things fair and fix these differences for good.   © Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. ("CMT") All rights reserved.   Disclaimers: All content presented here is for general information purposes only. It is NOT intended to provide medical, legal, professional, accounting or financial advice. No warranties or guarantees are assumed or implied and user(s) releases Concierge Medicine Today, LLC, its agents, representatives, affiliated brands/companies and/or guests from all damages, liability and/or claims. Be advised, some references, companies, individuals, products, services, resources and/or links may be out-of-date. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC does not update content past its release date. User(s) assume all risk and liability with any use of the content as well as third party links. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC., has no formal peer review and, therefore, cannot guarantee the validity of information and/or content contained on its web sites, podcasts, and/or all content it produces or releases. While some of our speakers may be licensed Physicians, they are not your Physician. Please consult your Physician related to anything you may have read or heard or have questions about or call 911. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and/or opinions of Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. The "Concierge Medicine Today, LLC" ("CMT") name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Additional disclaimers, releases, terms of use and conditions apply also to the production and/or use of this content, https://conciergemedicinetoday.org/tcpp/.

By Editor, Concierge Medicine Today   I have a unique seat on the bus in our healthcare culture to speak to Physicians from all walks of life. From early startups to late retirements, it's a fun job for the most part, pouring into Physicians' lives and sharing their thoughts on running a successful practice with you.   Once a quarter, we write a letter from the editor to our Physician readers at Concierge Medicine Today, echoing some of our guests' wisdom. It may include their wise sentiments, stories of woe, and the occasional [metaphorical] grab you by the shoulders peer-to-peer advice our Physician guests want to make sure you, our busy Physician readers, must know to be the best version of you FOR the world and your Patients.   Oddly enough, however, one theme trending in our weekly conversations with Physicians is "You have permission to be happy."   For some reason, happy Physicians are seen in our healthcare economy and burned-out culture as malfunctioning Physicians.   That's not okay with me.   I've even heard someone (a Physician) say from a stage to his colleagues, 'You should wear making no money as a badge of honor.'   That's not okay with me either.   One of my mentors, Jeff Henderson, recently said, "For some reason, profitable organizations are seen as evil in today's world. Sure, there are organizations that do bad things. Call me naive, but I think that's the exception. I think the world is better when we have thriving, profitable organizations. In fact, thriving communities require it."   I think he's right!   Dr. Nneka Unachukwu, a Physician and author of a new book, EntreMD said on our Podcast ... “The cavalry is not coming. The cavalry is here. The cavalry is us [i.e. Doctors]. We're [i.e. Doctors] the ones that are going to rise to the occasion and effect the change we [i.e. Doctors] want to see.”   I think she's right!   Applying these two wise statements to you and your place in our healthcare culture today, I would say, "I think our communities, [your Patients], your practice, your co-workers, your family, etc., are happier, healthier and more engaged with you when you have a thriving, profitable medical practice that you enjoy entering each day."   Isn't it interesting that when we actively study, interview, and understand the life of a happy Physician, we find that most, if not all, have seven things in common? I often see this displayed in many of the Concierge Medicine practices I interview. They include:   Happy Doctors typically don't rant online. Happy Doctors are usually not quick to criticize. Instead, they are quick to become students about topics, concepts, and things they realize are outside their expertise. Happy Doctors know that their purpose extends beyond the exam room. They are doing something to make their community a better place that refuels their depleted tank. Happy Doctors routinely cultivate good boundaries with colleagues, co-workers, patients, and friends. Happy Doctors often leave on time on specific days, whenever possible. Happy Doctors read many business books on time management, managing human resources, and more. Happy Doctors are mindful that attitude impacts their day and affects their relationships. For example, they can often be found writing a handwritten note of gratitude for their patients, peers, and colleagues.   In summary, it's no longer about being the best Doctor in the world; it's about being the best Doctor FOR the world, FOR your Patients, and FOR your local community.   Have a wonderful week ahead, and thank you FOR all you do to help so many people in your practice. We see you, we believe in you, and we are FOR YOU!   FOR YOU, FOR DOCTORS,   Editor-In-Chief, Concierge Medicine Today | Host, Organizer, the industry's annual medical education conference, the Concierge Medicine Forum   Originally posted: December 6, 2022   © Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. ("CMT") All rights reserved.   Disclaimers: All content presented here is for general information purposes only. It is NOT intended to provide medical, legal, professional, accounting or financial advice. No warranties or guarantees are assumed or implied and user(s) releases Concierge Medicine Today, LLC, its agents, representatives, affiliated brands/companies and/or guests from all damages, liability and/or claims. Be advised, some references, companies, individuals, products, services, resources and/or links may be out-of-date. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC does not update content past its release date. User(s) assume all risk and liability with any use of the content as well as third party links. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC., has no formal peer review and, therefore, cannot guarantee the validity of information and/or content contained on its web sites, podcasts, and/or all content it produces or releases. While some of our speakers may be licensed Physicians, they are not your Physician. Please consult your Physician related to anything you may have read or heard or have questions about or call 911. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and/or opinions of Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. The "Concierge Medicine Today, LLC" ("CMT") name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Additional disclaimers, releases, terms of use and conditions apply also to the production and/or use of this content, https://conciergemedicinetoday.org/tcpp/.

Helping doctors build profitable businesses so they can live life and practice medicine on their terms.   Our guest this week is AUTHOR and Physician-Entrepreneur and my friend, DR. UNA! Dr. Nneka Unachukwu is a board-certified pediatrician and the founder and CEO of Ivy League Pediatrics outside of Atlanta, Georgia. She graduated from the University of Nigeria College of Medicine and completed her residency in New Jersey before opening her own practice.   After honing her entrepreneurial skills, Dr. Una created the EntreMD business school, podcast, and community to help physicians build personal brands around their expertise, open practices, and develop product lines. Featured in Forbes and a member of the Forbes Business Council, she has helped doctors all over the world leverage entrepreneurship to build lives they love.   One of the greatest myths out there is “if you build it, they will come.” The truth of the matter is they will not! Not unless you do the work to attract the people who desperately want your product or service. Walking away from this myth and learning how to make your brand visible can add millions of dollars in revenue to your business, every year.   LEARN MORE ABOUT ENTREMD, the resources available FOR Doctors and healthcare professionals and Dr. Una's new Book, "The Visibility Formula" or Purchase the book here: https://entremd.com/method-book/ Connect with Dr. Una on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/entremd/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/druna Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/entremds/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrUnachukwu   About the new book, "The Visibility Formula"   This book will show you a simple formula to take your business from best-kept secret to household name. Following the step-by-step process in this book will position you as the go-to expert and help you attract the patients and clients you want.   © 2007-2024 Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. ("CMT") All rights reserved.   Disclaimers: All content presented here is for general information purposes only. It is NOT intended to provide medical, legal, professional, accounting or financial advice. No warranties or guarantees are assumed or implied and user(s) releases Concierge Medicine Today, LLC, its agents, representatives, affiliated brands/companies and/or guests from all damages, liability and/or claims. Be advised, some references, companies, individuals, products, services, resources and/or links may be out-of-date. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC does not update content past its release date. User(s) assume all risk and liability with any use of the content as well as third party links. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC., has no formal peer review and, therefore, cannot guarantee the validity of information and/or content contained on its web sites, podcasts, and/or all content it produces or releases. While some of our speakers may be licensed Physicians, they are not your Physician. Please consult your Physician related to anything you may have read or heard or have questions about or call 911. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and/or opinions of Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. The "Concierge Medicine Today, LLC" ("CMT") name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Additional disclaimers, releases, terms of use and conditions apply also to the production and/or use of this content, https://conciergemedicinetoday.org/tcpp/.

There are approximately 70 million Americans suffering from sleep disorders - most of whom are undiagnosed. As sleep providers, we founded Empower Sleep to deliver more personalized care so everyone can benefit from the effects of better sleep.   Our guest today is Dr. Sahil Chopra, MD, Harvard Medical School Loma Linda University University of California, Los Angeles.   Contact Office: care@empowersleep.com Connect By Phone/Text: (213) 375-4070   Empower Sleep uses FDA-approved technology approved to aid in the diagnosis and management of sleep disorders. Your sleep is recorded using a wearable ring and minimally disruptive to your sleep. This accurate, convenient, and comfortable ring can be used for multiple nights, which gives us more data to ensure optimal outcomes.   The SleepImage software and Viatom oximeter ring use 6 channels of data to accurately detect sleep apnea and estimate sleep quality.   The following data is measured: Plethysmogram, Heart Rate, Heart Rate Variability, Respiration, Blood Oxygenation (SpO2) and Movement (Actigraphy).   The at-home sleep test is shown to agree with in-lab tests in over 90.5% of cases (with 98.8% accuracy in severe sleep apnea and 96.3% in mild sleep apnea patients).   TO LEARN MORE, VISIT: https://www.empowersleep.com/   © Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. ("CMT") All rights reserved.   Disclaimers: All content presented here is for general information purposes only. It is NOT intended to provide medical, legal, professional, accounting or financial advice. No warranties or guarantees are assumed or implied and user(s) releases Concierge Medicine Today, LLC, its agents, representatives, affiliated brands/companies and/or guests from all damages, liability and/or claims. Be advised, some references, companies, individuals, products, services, resources and/or links may be out-of-date. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC does not update content past its release date. User(s) assume all risk and liability with any use of the content as well as third party links. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC., has no formal peer review and, therefore, cannot guarantee the validity of information and/or content contained on its web sites, podcasts, and/or all content it produces or releases. While some of our speakers may be licensed Physicians, they are not your Physician. Please consult your Physician related to anything you may have read or heard or have questions about or call 911. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and/or opinions of Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. The "Concierge Medicine Today, LLC" ("CMT") name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Additional disclaimers, releases, terms of use and conditions apply also to the production and/or use of this content, https://conciergemedicinetoday.org/tcpp/.

Our next guest is Dr. CAROLYN WARD, Director Of Clinical Strategy, Particle Health.   Dr. Carolyn Ward is a dynamic and driven internal medicine physician with a passion for physician empowerment and data-driven decision making. With over eight years of experience in healthcare, including as Chief Resident at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, she has established herself as a leader in the field. As the Director of Clinical Strategy at Particle Health, Carolyn has taken her experience to the next level. She is responsible for developing the clinical product roadmap for the organization, ensuring that providers and patients are represented throughout the research and development process.   In today's webinar/podcast episode we discuss: Value-based care innovation: Strategies and technologies for empowerment The role of interoperability in creating a cohesive healthcare system Leveraging Particle Health's API platform for driving positive patient outcomes through actionable data Physicians as data scientists Women in health tech: Breaking down barriers and driving innovation The ethics of AI in health data management: Balancing innovation and patient privacy Putting patients first: Designing digital health applications with clinical insights How technology is revolutionizing the way we access and receive health care The importance of clinical expertise in developing and implementing interoperable health care technology The need for accessible and usable patient data in the healthcare industry Carolyn's mission is to enable simple and secure access to actionable patient data through Particle's modern API platform. She believes that the health data system must be more cohesive to prevent digital friction and to promote positive patient outcomes.   © Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. ("CMT") All rights reserved.   Disclaimers: All content presented here is for general information purposes only. It is NOT intended to provide medical, legal, professional, accounting or financial advice. No warranties or guarantees are assumed or implied and user(s) releases Concierge Medicine Today, LLC, its agents, representatives, affiliated brands/companies and/or guests from all damages, liability and/or claims. Be advised, some references, companies, individuals, products, services, resources and/or links may be out-of-date. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC does not update content past its release date. User(s) assume all risk and liability with any use of the content as well as third party links. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC., has no formal peer review and, therefore, cannot guarantee the validity of information and/or content contained on its web sites, podcasts, and/or all content it produces or releases. While some of our speakers may be licensed Physicians, they are not your Physician. Please consult your Physician related to anything you may have read or heard or have questions about or call 911. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and/or opinions of Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. The "Concierge Medicine Today, LLC" ("CMT") name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Additional disclaimers, releases, terms of use and conditions apply also to the production and/or use of this content, https://conciergemedicinetoday.org/tcpp/.

By Concierge Medicine Today sources, with Contributions From CMT, Editor-in-Chief   UPDATED FOR JUNE 2024 | ATLANTA, GA—For almost two decades now, Concierge Medicine Today (CMT) has been reporting, discussing, writing, documenting, observing, and talking directly with you (i.e., Physicians) about all the various nuances the concierge medicine industry has on display. Many faces have changed, but everyone's spirits are still pretty high about the career satisfaction level this business model can provide physicians and patients.   At the same time, we have seen a few Doctors struggle with indecision. Particularly concerning are those physicians who are young, lack business acumen, and have little business experience, which is critical to making more informed decisions and succeeding as a physician-entrepreneur in this space.   Some doctors we've interviewed and observed even priced themselves well below what they should have and lived to tell their story of woe a few years later.   No matter how much enthusiasm you felt at a conference or peer pressure you're getting from a colleague, a salesperson, your staff, or even some patients to start a subscription-based healthcare practice right now, it's always prudent and wise to take a deep breath and examine all the possibilities, opportunities, consequences and your numbers first.   This is a big decision for any Physician. It's also not entirely your decision either. I bet your spouse, team members, and Patients might even have something to say that you should figure into your equation. For example, a supportive spouse who thinks you should do this is probably more important than a colleague or friends advice. If they're not on board yet, physicians and industry experts have told CMT over the years, ‘Wait until they [your spouse] come around, then move into this.'   Over the years, many Concierge Medicine Physicians have told CMT that operating and starting a subscription-based, concierge or direct-to-consumer membership medicine practice was not easy. However, it was (or is) so incredibly rewarding that they're glad they did it all these years later.   READ FULL STORY HERE ...   Disclaimer: This interview, story, article(s), series, webinar, podcast, etc., and/or site does not constitute legal, healthcare, medical, financial or other professional advice. The statements made here are not intended to replace any professional advice. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC encourages any Physician ALWAYS to seek the counsel of a trusted professional and make an informed decision based on all the facts. Please note that an interview/story is not an endorsement. For complete terms and conditions, privacy policy, and more, click here.

My guest today is Mike Murphy, Managing Partner, Sunstone Management Advisors    Mike is an experienced growth leader with an impressive track record of building, growing, and improving the financial performance of healthcare and insurance companies across the service, technology, and payer sectors.    With more than 30 years of experience as a C-level executive, we sit down for a fun and engaging conversation about his career, lessons learned, thoughts on the future of healthcare, and brainstorm strategies for improving healthcare through transformative leadership, operational efficiency, and achieving sustainable value.   LEARN MORE AT: https://sunstonemanagementadvisors.com/   What to Know About Mike Murphy   Mike Murphy is a distinguished growth leader with over 30 years as a C-level executive, specializing in healthcare and insurance. As CEO, COO, and CRO, Mike excels in transforming businesses, revitalizing growth, and crafting innovative strategies. Mike's expertise spans M&A due diligence, post-merger integration, and turnaround strategies, consistently improving earnings and gross profit. His leadership, strategic acumen, and deep industry knowledge make him a transformative force in high-performance teams and change management. Check out the Sunstone Management Advisors website for more info!   CONNECT WITH MIKE MFMurphy@SunstoneManagementAdvisors.com SunstoneManagementAdvisors.com Office (301) 943-2222 Linkedin - Connect with Mike   Mike Murphy is a distinguished C-level executive renowned for his transformative leadership in healthcare service, technology, and insurance. With a rich history of building and growing companies, he excels in both revitalizing older businesses and building new ones, creating high-performing teams, and driving significant value. Mike's multidisciplinary skills and vast experience across all business functions uniquely position him to assess operations, define optimal strategies, and ensure sustainable results. His deep domain technical expertise in healthcare and insurance, acquired through hands-on management in diverse roles, gives him a unique ability to bounce between strategic and tactical issues.   In his career, Mike has achieved remarkable successes, such as orchestrating the combination of three disparate healthcare businesses, achieving 18% revenue and 40% EBITDA growth in the first year. Notably, he built a new insurance division from

RXNT is a trailblazer in ambulatory medical software and we caught up with Randy Blodyga. Under the leadership of Randy Boldyga, a visionary in the healthcare industry since the 90s, RXNT stands at the forefront of healthcare innovation.     RXNT isn't just another name in healthcare; it offers a comprehensive suite of solutions, from practice management and electronic health records to telehealth and e-prescribing.     Today's episode/webinar will shed light on pressing topics like: How the US healthcare system is failing the majority of Americans The burden of administrative health care costs Medical AI – the salvation or damnation of patient care  The escalating threats of cyberattacks in healthcare   Randy Boldyga founded RXNT in May of 1999 with a vision to create a safer and more efficient method for prescribing medications in the United States—better known today as e-prescribing. Mr. Boldyga helped transform an industry by working with key stakeholders to forge industry standards, which are now used by all participants involved in the electronic medication process, including physicians, pharmacies, payers, pharmacy benefit managers, and more.   TO LEARN MORE and CONNECT WITH RXNT, visit: https://www.rxnt.com/about/leadership/randy-boldyga/   Previously, Mr. Boldyga led IT Operations at The Columbia Bank in Maryland and managed a team of 70 in the Clinical Health Information Systems Department at the University of Arkansas Medical Sciences (UAMS), where he learned first-hand the technology challenges faced by medical teams at the point-of-care. Prior to UAMS, he was an information technology consultant for various government agencies including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.   © Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. ("CMT") All rights reserved.   Disclaimers: All content presented here is for general information purposes only. It is NOT intended to provide medical, legal, professional, accounting or financial advice. No warranties or guarantees are assumed or implied and user(s) releases Concierge Medicine Today, LLC, its agents, representatives, affiliated brands/companies and/or guests from all damages, liability and/or claims. Be advised, some references, companies, individuals, products, services, resources and/or links may be out-of-date. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC does not update content past its release date. User(s) assume all risk and liability with any use of the content as well as third party links. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC., has no formal peer review and, therefore, cannot guarantee the validity of information and/or content contained on its web sites, podcasts, and/or all content it produces or releases. While some of our speakers may be licensed Physicians, they are not your Physician. Please consult your Physician related to anything you may have read or heard or have questions about or call 911. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and/or opinions of Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. The "Concierge Medicine Today, LLC" ("CMT") name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Additional disclaimers, releases, terms of use and conditions apply also to the production and/or use of this content, https://conciergemedicinetoday.org/tcpp/.

"I value my long-term client relationships and always strive to meet and exceed their expectations by being responsive to their requests, listening to their needs, and providing direct access to other Rehmann advisors.” ~The Rehmann Team, Danielle L. Ambrozy, CPA, MBA, CHBC   Danielle is responsible for providing accounting and tax services to small to large healthcare practices. She specializes in implementing cloud-based accounting solutions, such as bill.com and Intacct, and providing consulting services, including benchmarking, internal controls, and bookkeeping services.   TO CONNECT WITH REHMANN and  Danielle L. Ambrozy, CPA, MBA, CHBC, visit: https://www.rehmann.com/people/danielle-ambrozy/   As a member of Rehmann's healthcare industry group, Danielle works with industry specialists from around the firm to share best practices and develop proactive ideas.   Service Areas   Personal/Corporate tax and accounting QuickBooks accounting Outsourcing and cloud based accounting solutions Accounts receivable analysis Practice operations   Experience   Danielle began her public accounting career in 2011. Her range of experience in the healthcare industry has given her a broad knowledge of internal accounting functions, enabling her to serve as an outsourced controller/CFO for clients in transition. She is a certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor.   A Closer Look   Danielle stays current on industry topics impacting her clients through active participation in the National Society of Certified Healthcare Business Consultants. Danielle has earned the Certified Healthcare Business Consultant (CHBC) designation which demonstrates her understanding of the total healthcare business environment, including both practice and financial management. Danielle is an active member of the Detroit Economic Club Young Leaders, an organization that emphasizes professional development and volunteering in the community.   © Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. ("CMT") All rights reserved.   Disclaimers: All content presented here is for general information purposes only. It is NOT intended to provide medical, legal, professional, accounting or financial advice. No warranties or guarantees are assumed or implied and user(s) releases Concierge Medicine Today, LLC, its agents, representatives, affiliated brands/companies and/or guests from all damages, liability and/or claims. Be advised, some references, companies, individuals, products, services, resources and/or links may be out-of-date. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC does not update content past its release date. User(s) assume all risk and liability with any use of the content as well as third party links. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC., has no formal peer review and, therefore, cannot guarantee the validity of information and/or content contained on its web sites, podcasts, and/or all content it produces or releases. While some of our speakers may be licensed Physicians, they are not your Physician. Please consult your Physician related to anything you may have read or heard or have questions about or call 911. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and/or opinions of Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. The "Concierge Medicine Today, LLC" ("CMT") name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Additional disclaimers, releases, terms of use and conditions apply also to the production and/or use of this content, https://conciergemedicinetoday.org/tcpp/.

"My mission is to transform the lives of physician entrepreneurs by creating a relationship delivering absolute excellence, and bringing clarity and understanding to your financial information so you can achieve the kind of life you envisioned when you decided to practice medicine." -Katie Rhodes, Founder, Coal Creek Ledgers   By Concierge Medicine Today, LLC/The DocPreneur Leadership Podcast   Our guest today is Katie Rhodes, Founder of Coal Creek Ledgers. (Learn more at: https://coalcreekledgers.com/services/)    Coal Creek Ledgers  is a specialized bookkeeping firm for concierge medical practices and other direct primary care practice models. With more than a decade of experience in the medical field and medical billing and administration, Coal Creek Ledgers is uniquely suited to serve the advanced and complex bookkeeping needs of medical professionals.   Coal Creek Ledgers offers the most comprehensive bookkeeping and financial analysis for concierge medical practices and direct primary care physicians who are ready to climb! During your free discovery call, we'll build a completely customized monthly bookkeeping package tailored to your needs.   Katie is passionate about helping medical professionals succeed and enjoys being a financial partner to her clients. She specializes in educating small medical practices and serving as a dedicated advisor who provides guidance and support through multiple phases of practice growth. She is especially enthusiastic about helping doctors and practice owners to achieve better practice management through outsourcing the tedious and challenging work of bookkeeping and prioritizing their patients instead!   Whether clients seek to become a direct primary care practice that only accepts cash, a hybrid practice that manages both self-pay and insurance patients, or a practice that accepts insurance only, Katie's vast experience in the field allows her to provide expert guidance, no matter the structure of your practice.   Our services include monthly bookkeeping support, monthly financial statements and review, and generating end of year reports that can be sent to your CPA or tax preparer to make tax season easy.   Visit: https://coalcreekledgers.com/about-us/   © Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. ("CMT") All rights reserved.   Disclaimers: All content presented here is for general information purposes only. It is NOT intended to provide medical, legal, professional, accounting or financial advice. No warranties or guarantees are assumed or implied and user(s) releases Concierge Medicine Today, LLC, its agents, representatives, affiliated brands/companies and/or guests from all damages, liability and/or claims. Be advised, some references, companies, individuals, products, services, resources and/or links may be out-of-date. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC does not update content past its release date. User(s) assume all risk and liability with any use of the content as well as third party links. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC., has no formal peer review and, therefore, cannot guarantee the validity of information and/or content contained on its web sites, podcasts, and/or all content it produces or releases. While some of our speakers may be licensed Physicians, they are not your Physician. Please consult your Physician related to anything you may have read or heard or have questions about or call 911. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and/or opinions of Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. The "Concierge Medicine Today, LLC" ("CMT") name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Additional disclaimers, releases, terms of use and conditions apply also to the production and/or use of this content, https://conciergemedicinetoday.org/tcpp/.  

About Dana Medema   Dana Medema is Senior Vice President of Personal Health for Philips North America where she leads the growth and transformation of the Personal Health business across the U.S. and Canada. With more than 20 years of global experience in health and beauty categories, her experience spans both innovation and commercial roles, leading global, regional and local teams. Her mission with Philips and in general is to inspire people to see the possibilities that unlock growth for sustainable impact.  Today's topic of conversation is about the data illustrating the importance of maternal healthcare, especially for underserved populations and bridging the conversation to strategies for change and what health tech can help solve.     © Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. ("CMT") All rights reserved.   Disclaimers: All content presented here is for general information purposes only. It is NOT intended to provide medical, legal, professional, accounting or financial advice. No warranties or guarantees are assumed or implied and user(s) releases Concierge Medicine Today, LLC, its agents, representatives, affiliated brands/companies and/or guests from all damages, liability and/or claims. Be advised, some references, companies, individuals, products, services, resources and/or links may be out-of-date. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC does not update content past its release date. User(s) assume all risk and liability with any use of the content as well as third party links. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC., has no formal peer review and, therefore, cannot guarantee the validity of information and/or content contained on its web sites, podcasts, and/or all content it produces or releases. While some of our speakers may be licensed Physicians, they are not your Physician. Please consult your Physician related to anything you may have read or heard or have questions about or call 911. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and/or opinions of Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. The "Concierge Medicine Today, LLC" ("CMT") name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Additional disclaimers, releases, terms of use and conditions apply also to the production and/or use of this content, https://conciergemedicinetoday.org/tcpp/.

Currently only 1 out of 5 people with hearing loss seek treatment (and it is estimated that 48 Million people in the U.S. suffer from a disabling form of hearing loss!). Dr. Darrow's passion is helping patients, Audiologist, and future Audiologist, understand the positive benefits of treating hearing loss that include improved quality of life, increased cognitive function, restoring proper stimulation to the brain, and decreasing an individual's risk of developing mind-robbing Dementia.    By Host, The DocPreneur Leadership Podcast/Editor, Concierge Medicine Today   Our guest today is Dr. Keith Darrow (Co-Founder, Audiologist, Neuroscientist). Dr. Darrow is a distinguished expert, owner of the Hearing and Brain Centers of New England and founder of the Healthy Hearing Foundation of New England, as well as a board member of the Sound of Life Foundation (both non-profit organizations dedicated to providing education and hearing health care for those in need).   Topics Discussed Include: Unveiling the Connection Between Hearing Healthcare and Cognitive Wellness Navigating the Future of Audiological Advancements The Hidden Benefits of Hearing Healthcare How Hearing Affects Overall Well-being The Role of Hearing Healthcare in Cognitive Decline Prevention Strategies for Preserving Hearing Health Trends & Innovation for Private Practitioners Forecasting Trends in Hearing Healthcare   Dr. Darrow is a distinguished expert in Speech and Hearing Bioscience and Technology with a doctoral degree from the joint Massachusetts Institute of Technology (M.I.T) and Harvard Medical School program. He is a former Clinical Professor at Northeastern University (Boston, MA) and is currently a tenured professor at Worcester State University.   Dr. Darrow's clinical experience is vast and includes a clinical fellowship at the Department of Otolaryngology at Brigham and Women's Hospital (Boston, MA) and a trainingship at the Audiology Department in the East Orange (NJ) Veterans Association Hospital. He is the owner of the Hearing and Brain Centers of New England and founder of the Healthy Hearing Foundation of New England, as well as a board member of the Sound of Life Foundation (both non-profit organizations dedicated to providing education and hearing health care for those in need). He was recently named the Director of Audiology Research at Intermountain Audiology and has chosen to lead the Excellence In Audiology movement across the country.   Dr. Darrow is also a nationally recognized speaker, trainer, and researcher whose publications and research have been cited over 1000 times.   Dr. Darrow's career in hearing health care is singularly focused on helping people understand the benefits of improved hearing and communication, and the positive impact healthy hearing can have on a healthy cognition. Dr. Darrow believes wholeheartedly that Hearing Care is Health Care; and that hearing loss can have a significant impact on an individual's personal, social, economic and cognitive capacity.    Connect With Dr. Darrow and AUDExperts AudExperts.com ... Dr. Darrow's Podcast: Preventing Decline with Neuroscientist Dr. Keith N. Darrow Join the Community of Private Practices ... Learning Center and Online University ... Office Tel. (435) 272-0324 LinkedIn ...   Books Mentioned In Our Interview: 'Healthy Food Healthy Brain' - Dr. Keith Darrow - The Definitive Guide to Feeding Your Brain Healthy Foods Preventing Decline: Advances in the Medical Treatment of Hearing Loss and Tinnitus Silenced: The Medical Treatment of Hearing Loss   © Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. ("CMT") All rights reserved.   Disclaimers: All content presented here is for general information purposes only. It is NOT intended to provide medical, legal, professional, accounting or financial advice. No warranties or guarantees are assumed or implied and user(s) releases Concierge Medicine Today, LLC, its agents, representatives, affiliated brands/companies and/or guests from all damages, liability and/or claims. Be advised, some references, companies, individuals, products, services, resources and/or links may be out-of-date. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC does not update content past its release date. User(s) assume all risk and liability with any use of the content as well as third party links. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC., has no formal peer review and, therefore, cannot guarantee the validity of information and/or content contained on its web sites, podcasts, and/or all content it produces or releases. While some of our speakers may be licensed Physicians, they are not your Physician. Please consult your Physician related to anything you may have read or heard or have questions about or call 911. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and/or opinions of Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. The "Concierge Medicine Today, LLC" ("CMT") name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. 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Concierge Medicine is unique in so many ways and impacting the lives of Patients and Physicians in multiple specialties. Today we sit down with Dr. Chad Levitt, a Radiation Oncology and Founder of ONCare. Dr. Levitt strives to put himself “in his patients' shoes” as he considers all aspects of their care plan. Central to his philosophy is the interest in providing care beyond mere treatment, and this passion complements his role within each of his patients' treatment teams.   By Concierge Medicine Today, Editor/The DocPreneur Leadership Podcast   A board-certified radiation oncologist and Atlanta-native, https://onc.care/ completed his doctorate and residency at Emory University's School of Medicine in Atlanta. Dr. Levitt has served as clinical director of oncology practices and departments previously in Colorado, Florida, and Georgia. He is the founder of Radiotherapy Associates of Forsyth as well as ONCare Specialty Consultants.   LEARN MORE, VISIT: https://onc.care/   With over 20 years of experience in the treatment of cancer, Dr. Levitt has, over the years, been at the forefront of radiation treatment techniques, innovations and practices. He is a national speaker and has published clinical studies in multiple peer reviewed oncology journals. He has served on national advisory boards and working groups throughout his career as well as having been the practice liaison and PI for RTOG and USOncology clinical research trials.   Dr. Levitt strives to put himself “in his patients' shoes” as he considers all aspects of their care plan. Central to his philosophy is the interest in providing care beyond mere treatment, and this passion complements his role within each of his patients' treatment teams.   As he has continued to practice within the evolving landscape of system based healthcare, he has now founded the concierge based practice to maximize his ability to help empower and educate patients to navigate and advocate for themselves amidst what has become a guideline based delivery of treatment. Choosing to help clients and their families in a very personal, experienced and detail oriented manner, he strives to remain unincentivised by treatment, but to focus on care for the whole patient and support system in a custom tailored manner. Knowing there's not a one size fits all paradigm for healing, he is now able to focus his energy and time on helping patients to minimize the hurdles unrelated to treatment and well-being and to help clients ensure their focus can be on living while on their health related journeys.   Dr. Levitt has been nominated by his piers and colleagues as a Castle Connolly “Top Doctor” in Atlanta since 2014. He and his wife, Alisha, are fortunate to be able to raise their three children in their native city close to their extended family. In his spare time Dr. Levitt enjoys rock climbing, playing guitar, coaching soccer, camping with his family and woodworking.   © Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. ("CMT") All rights reserved.   Disclaimers: All content presented here is for general information purposes only. It is NOT intended to provide medical, legal, professional, accounting or financial advice. No warranties or guarantees are assumed or implied and user(s) releases Concierge Medicine Today, LLC, its agents, representatives, affiliated brands/companies and/or guests from all damages, liability and/or claims. Be advised, some references, companies, individuals, products, services, resources and/or links may be out-of-date. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC does not update content past its release date. User(s) assume all risk and liability with any use of the content as well as third party links. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC., has no formal peer review and, therefore, cannot guarantee the validity of information and/or content contained on its web sites, podcasts, and/or all content it produces or releases. While some of our speakers may be licensed Physicians, they are not your Physician. Please consult your Physician related to anything you may have read or heard or have questions about or call 911. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and/or opinions of Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. The "Concierge Medicine Today, LLC" ("CMT") name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Additional disclaimers, releases, terms of use and conditions apply also to the production and/or use of this content, https://conciergemedicinetoday.org/tcpp/.

Learn from the experts at Revolution Practice this July 12-13, 2024 as they present to you the best kept secrets of their success! Come and gain confidence at our 2 day event to make shifts in operations by engaged learning, practice building tips, Functional Medicine tidbits, contract and cosnet writing, dealing with difficult people & more!   At Revolution Practice, our mission is to empower doctors, dentists, and other health professionals by helping them build cohesive and effective support teams that collaborate seamlessly to achieve optimal health outcomes for their clients. We are committed to partnering with healthcare providers to transform their practices, enabling them to provide exceptional care and enhance the well-being of their patients. By offering comprehensive consulting services, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, introducing Functional Medicine and leveraging cutting-edge strategies, we strive to create an environment where healthcare professionals can thrive and patients receive the highest standard of personalized care.   What to expect: Fun door prizes Company culture Engaged learning HR do's and don'ts Practice building tips  Owning your schedule Understanding your P&L's Functional Medicine tidbits How to deal with difficult people Doctor tips that change patient outcomes Contract and consent writing that protects you  Printed slide deck and notes binder provided to each attendee Healthy Organic Lunch provided, snacks and coffee available throughout the event.   LEARN MORE/REGISTER TO ATTEND https://www.revolutionpractice.com/event-details/live-educational-event     © Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. ("CMT") All rights reserved.   Disclaimers: All content presented here is for general information purposes only. It is NOT intended to provide medical, legal, professional, accounting or financial advice. No warranties or guarantees are assumed or implied and user(s) releases Concierge Medicine Today, LLC, its agents, representatives, affiliated brands/companies and/or guests from all damages, liability and/or claims. Be advised, some references, companies, individuals, products, services, resources and/or links may be out-of-date. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC does not update content past its release date. User(s) assume all risk and liability with any use of the content as well as third party links. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC., has no formal peer review and, therefore, cannot guarantee the validity of information and/or content contained on its web sites, podcasts, and/or all content it produces or releases. While some of our speakers may be licensed Physicians, they are not your Physician. Please consult your Physician related to anything you may have read or heard or have questions about or call 911. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and/or opinions of Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. The "Concierge Medicine Today, LLC" ("CMT") name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Additional disclaimers, releases, terms of use and conditions apply also to the production and/or use of this content, https://conciergemedicinetoday.org/tcpp/.

By Editor, Concierge Medicine Today   It has been a minute since my wife and I watched Mad Men.   I still remember a few quotes, though. I recall Roger Sterling's sage marketing and business advice (above) with ease.   Unrelated, my wife and our close family friends recalled just last week how we found Betty, a fun character with a few quirky phrases of her own pretty memorable as well.   Remember when her son Bobby said, "I'm bored."   She replied, "Go bang your head against a wall...Only boring people are bored."   It was not great motherly advice, but her character was entertaining, to say the least.   Back on point: According to a new report published by the American Medical Association, between 2012 and 2022, the share of physicians working in private practices decreased by 13 percentage points — from 60.1% to 46.7%.   Additionally, Slate.com wrote, 'Doctors who run practices are essentially business owners, but many have never learned to manage a staff.'   Fierce Healthcare reported that 'Medical graduate students are at a disadvantage when they don't get trained on the business elements of medical practice.'   Finally, Harvard Business Review writes, 'Most physicians have been trained to keep emotion out of the job, and are not comfortable showing vulnerability in the workplace.'   READ FULL STORY | INFOGRAPHIC ...   © Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. ("CMT") All rights reserved.   Disclaimers: All content presented here is for general information purposes only. It is NOT intended to provide medical, legal, professional, accounting or financial advice. No warranties or guarantees are assumed or implied and user(s) releases Concierge Medicine Today, LLC, its agents, representatives, affiliated brands/companies and/or guests from all damages, liability and/or claims. Be advised, some references, companies, individuals, products, services, resources and/or links may be out-of-date. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC does not update content past its release date. User(s) assume all risk and liability with any use of the content as well as third party links. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC., has no formal peer review and, therefore, cannot guarantee the validity of information and/or content contained on its web sites, podcasts, and/or all content it produces or releases. While some of our speakers may be licensed Physicians, they are not your Physician. Please consult your Physician related to anything you may have read or heard or have questions about or call 911. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and/or opinions of Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. The "Concierge Medicine Today, LLC" ("CMT") name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Additional disclaimers, releases, terms of use and conditions apply also to the production and/or use of this content, https://conciergemedicinetoday.org/tcpp/.

Dr. Joseph is the co-author of “Designing for Health: The Human-Centered Approach,” a book that promotes the intentional application of design to the particular needs of clinicians, hospital staff, and patients. We caught up with him in today's Concierge Medicine Today's DocPreneur Leadership Podcast.    Craig Joseph, MD is the Chief Medical Officer of Nordic Consulting Partners, a global healthcare management consulting firm. Craig has 30 years of healthcare and IT experience. In addition to practicing medicine as a primary care pediatrician for eight years, he worked for Epic for six-plus years and has served as chief medical information officer at multiple healthcare organizations.   LISTEN TO FULL EPISODE ON iTUNES ... WATCH OUR INTERVIEW HERE ... Amazon link for the book: https://www.amazon.com/Designing-Health-Human-Centered-Craig-Joseph/dp/0960120505/ref=sr_1_1   While at Epic, Dr. Craig Joseph helped build what is now called the Foundation System. He also assisted in the implementation and optimization of the electronic health record for Epic customers across the United States and Europe.   After leaving Epic, Craig was the CMIO at Agnesian HealthCare, a Cerner/Oracle Health enterprise customer. He has subsequently served as the long-term interim CMIO at Epic-customers Texas Children's Hospital (Houston), El Camino Health (Mountain View, CA), and Seattle Children's Hospital.   Dr. Joseph is the co-author of “Designing for Health: The Human-Centered Approach,” a book that promotes the intentional application of design to the particular needs of clinicians, hospital staff, and patients.   Craig is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Medical Informatics Association. He remains actively board-certified in both pediatrics and clinical informatics. Craig Joseph, MD serves as the Chief Medical Officer of Nordic Consulting Partners. He is a board-certified pediatrician and clinical informatician. Craig practiced primary care pediatrics for nine years before moving to Madison, WI to work for Epic. After seven years there, he served as Chief Medical Information Officer for several hospital systems using both Epic and Cerner electronic health records. At Nordic, Dr. Joseph works with hospitals and healthcare systems to help them improve clinician happiness and efficiency. He's recently co-authored a book about applying the principles of human-centered design to healthcare.   Amazon link for the book: https://www.amazon.com/Designing-Health-Human-Centered-Craig-Joseph/dp/0960120505/ref=sr_1_1 Connect with Dr. Jospeh on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigjoseph/ Learn more about Nordic Global at our website: https://www.nordicglobal.com/   © Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. ("CMT") All rights reserved.   Disclaimers: All content presented here is for general information purposes only. It is NOT intended to provide medical, legal, professional, accounting or financial advice. No warranties or guarantees are assumed or implied and user(s) releases Concierge Medicine Today, LLC, its agents, representatives, affiliated brands/companies and/or guests from all damages, liability and/or claims. Be advised, some references, companies, individuals, products, services, resources and/or links may be out-of-date. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC does not update content past its release date. User(s) assume all risk and liability with any use of the content as well as third party links. Concierge Medicine Today, LLC., has no formal peer review and, therefore, cannot guarantee the validity of information and/or content contained on its web sites, podcasts, and/or all content it produces or releases. While some of our speakers may be licensed Physicians, they are not your Physician. Please consult your Physician related to anything you may have read or heard or have questions about or call 911. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and/or opinions of Concierge Medicine Today, LLC. The "Concierge Medicine Today, LLC" ("CMT") name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Additional disclaimers, releases, terms of use and conditions apply also to the production and/or use of this content, https://conciergemedicinetoday.org/tcpp/.