Physicians Hanging a Shingle | Start a Private Medical Practice

Do you feel guilty even thinking about leaving your current job because of the team you’d be leaving behind? You’re not alone.

In this quick Thursday Shift, I’ll help you reframe that guilt, see it as a sign of your care and loyalty, and release it so you can move forward with clarity.

Your growth doesn’t diminish your past team — it expands your impact.

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One of the early important decisions you’ll make in private practice is when your clinic will be open. At first glance, it might feel like a small logistical detail — but the truth is, your hours shape your patient flow, your staff’s rhythm, and your own sustainability as a physician.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why setting your own hours is one of the biggest mindset shifts in private practice
• How to build in admin tim...

Marketing is one of the top reasons physicians hesitate to launch a private practice—but it doesn’t have to be scary or "salesy."

In this week’s Thursday Shift, we reframe marketing as clarity and connection, not pressure or performance. You’ll learn how to show up for your patients in a way that feels aligned and discover how you can create a strategy that actually works (and feels like you).

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Starting a private practice can feel like an all-consuming process — and once you’re open, the demands of running a clinic only grow. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Mary Leung, a board-certified hematologist and physician coach, to talk about something every doctor needs to hear: work-life harmony.

Dr. Leung shares practical strategies for how physicians can avoid burnout, set boundaries, and create more balance — both during...

In this episode of the Thursday Shift, let's explore a common misconception about starting a private practice: That you've waited too late.

POV: It's never too late!

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Thinking about private practice but not sure where to start? The very first step is creating a business plan—not the stiff corporate kind, but one that reflects your vision.

In this episode, I share:

• Why a business plan gives you clarity, confidence, and credibility
• Why your input matters more than a generic template
• The key parts every practice plan should include

If you’re re...

One of the biggest fears physicians face when launching a private practice is this: What if no one shows up?

In this week’s Thursday Shift, we reframe that fear—and talk about what actually helps patients find you. We’ll cover how to create a solid marketing and referral plan, why physicians are in high demand (especially in private practice), and why marketing doesn’t have to feel gross. It can feel aligned—and even fun.

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Hiring is one of the biggest decisions you’ll face when opening a private practice — and it can feel overwhelming. Who should you hire first? What if you make the wrong choice?

In this episode of Physicians Hanging a Shingle, I break down the hiring process step by step so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.

You’ll learn:

• The first roles to consider hiring (and how this varies by practice model)
• Why it’s more imp...

The Thursday Shift is a weekly dose of mindset support for physicians thinking about private practice. Each episode is around 5 minutes and helps reframe the fears, doubts, and limiting beliefs that hold you back from building something of your own.

This Week’s Shift: You Don't Need an MBA to Start a Practice

Think you need an MBA to open a private practice? Think again.

In this week’s Thursday Shift, we’re breaking down one of th...

In this episode of Physicians Hanging a Shingle, I sit down with my medical school classmate, Dr. David Hardin, an internal medicine and sports medicine physician who has helped build a thriving direct primary care (DPC) practice incorporating really innovative technology to best care for his patients.

We cover:

• The role of technology in creating efficiency, including how he uses tech in his own practice, Fitomics, to help pat...

The Thursday Shift is a weekly dose of mindset support for physicians thinking about private practice. Each episode is around 5 minutes and helps reframe the fears, doubts, and limiting beliefs that hold you back from building something of your own.

This Week’s Shift: How Can I Make This Possible?

Startup expenses are one of the biggest worries physicians face when thinking about private practice—but that fear doesn’t have to stop...

Too many doctors jump into building their private practice by focusing on the wrong first steps — and end up overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck.

In this episode, I’m sharing the 3 foundational steps physicians often skip when starting a practice… and why skipping them can cost you time, money, and momentum.

Whether you’re just thinking about private practice or already halfway through the process, this episode will help you slow down...

The Thursday Shift is a weekly dose of mindset support for physicians thinking about private practice. Each episode is around 5 minutes and helps reframe the fears, doubts, and limiting beliefs that hold you back from building something of your own.

This Week’s Shift: Naming Your Wins

When building your private practice, it’s easy to end the day thinking only about what you didn’t get done.

In this episode, I share a simple minds...

If you’re opening a private practice, it’s easy to put the new patient forms on the back burner. But these aren’t just formalities — they’re essential tools for protecting your time, your team, and your practice.

In today’s episode, we’ll talk about which forms you really need from the start, how to create them, and the common mistakes to avoid.

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The Thursday Shift is a weekly dose of mindset support for physicians thinking about private practice. Each episode is around 5 minutes and helps reframe the fears, doubts, and limiting beliefs that hold you back from building something of your own.

This Week’s Shift: Are you really too busy to start a practice?

Physicians are busy—always have been, always will be. But we’ve also learned how to juggle what matters most.

In this we...

Hiring is hard. But keeping great team members? That takes intention — and the right benefits.

In today’s episode of Physicians Hanging a Shingle, I’m sharing the top employee benefits I’ve found most impactful in running a private practice. These aren't just big-ticket items like salary and retirement (though we’ll cover those too) — we're also talking about the small, thoughtful touches that make a big difference in morale, loyal...

The Thursday Shift is a weekly dose of mindset support for physicians thinking about private practice. Each episode is around 5 minutes and helps reframe the fears, doubts, and limiting beliefs that hold you back from building something of your own.

This Week’s Shift: Is It Really Easier to Stay Employed?

If you’ve ever thought, “It’s just easier to stay employed,” you’re not alone. The paycheck is steady. The path is familiar. Bu...

Your practice name is more than just a label — it’s your first impression, your brand foundation, and potentially your future asset. In today’s episode, we’re breaking down the most important things to consider when naming your private practice.

Whether you’re just starting to brainstorm or stuck between a few final options, this episode will help you move forward with confidence — and avoid some common mistakes that can cost you l...

The Thursday Shift is a weekly dose of mindset support for physicians thinking about private practice. Each episode is around 5 minutes and helps reframe the fears, doubts, and limiting beliefs that hold you back from building something of your own.

This Week’s Shift: Overwhelmed by All the To-Dos?

If your launch to-do list feels a mile long and you don’t even know where to begin, this episode is for you.

Private practice can feel...