Neighbors Caring for Neighbors: The Stellis Health Story

Episode Summary

In this inspiring episode of Beyond the Checkup, host Pete Waggoner sits down with Stellis Health CEO Brent Wilde and President Dr. Frank Anderson to discuss the heart of independent care, the power of community-rooted providers, and what’s ahead for Stellis Health. From the legacy of neighbor-driven care to future plans like imaging centers and ambulatory surgery, they open up about why leadership with values makes a difference.

Key Takeaways

• Independent clinics offer personalized, community-based care.
  
• Stellis is committed to keeping costs low while providing top-tier services.
  
• Teaching, teamwork, and continuous learning are pillars of Stellis culture.
  
• Big plans are in the works for an imaging center and surgery center.
  
• Leadership isn’t just about running a business—it’s about staying connected to patients.
  

Episode Highlights (Timestamps)

• [00:00:00] – Meet Brent Wilde and Dr. Frank Anderson
  
• [00:01:30] – Their professional journeys into healthcare and leadership
  
• [00:03:45] – The value of rural medicine and community connection
  
• [00:07:00] – Stellis' independent model and how it benefits patients
  
• [00:11:50] – Growth, history, and the founding mission of Stellis
  
• [00:15:10] – Recruiting the right people: values-based hiring
  
• [00:21:30] – How independent status impacts pricing and access
  
• [00:26:45] – What makes patients feel at home at Stellis
  
• [00:31:10] – Future goals: imaging center, surgery center, Monticello expansion
  
• [00:36:00] – Differences between Stellis and Stellis Health Skin Care
  
• [00:39:15] – Final thoughts on trust, transparency, and the team mindset