PRACTICE: IMPOSSIBLE‪™‬ Coach JPMD

In this episode, Dr. Keith Smith delves into the imperative for physicians to liberate themselves from corporate medicine and seize control of their professional paths. Drawing from his own journey establishing a surgery center in Oklahoma, he highlights the triumph of transparent pricing. Dr. Smith underscores the significance of physician ownership in hospitals, especially in rural settings, and examines how market dynamics shape healthcare quality. Additionally, he explores the merits of self-insurance and the advantages of directly covering employee health expenses. Ultimately, Dr. Smith champions the integration of business acumen into medicine, advocating for accessible, top-tier care for patients.

Surgery Center of Oklahoma
https://surgerycenterok.com
Surgery Center Pricing
https://surgerycenterok.com/surgery-prices/
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The PRACTICE: IMPOSSIBLE™ crew attended the IndeDocs Annual Winter Meeting in Columbia, South Carolina - January 20th, 2024, where they interviewed various attendees who are committed to the independent doctor movement. IndeDocs' mission is to put doctors and patients back in control of their healthcare and promote autonomous practices. The interviews covered a wide range of topics, including preventative healthcare, artificial intelligence in medicine, the obstacles that independent physicians confront, the importance of independent dermatologists, the benefits of ACOs for independent doctors, and radical cash-pay pricing models. The show finishes with the unveiling of a new weekly segment covering medical industry news.
IndeDocs Website
https://www.indedocs.com

Free Market Medical Association
https://fmma.org

Link to Video of the event
YouTube Video Link

In this episode, Coach JPMD reflects on his father's passing and honors his legacy. He shares four key qualities he saw in his father: working hard, helping people, planning for the future, and having a strong faith. Coach JPMD emphasizes the importance of finding support during tough times and pursuing hobbies as a way to cope and grow. The episode concludes with a reminder to live powerfully and practice the impossible.

Dr. Michael Neal talks about his entrepreneurial and optometric experiences in this episode of PRACTICE: IMPOSSIBLE. He discusses the difficulties of staffing medical practices with qualified individuals based on his own experience in the field. Instead of looking at prior work experience, Dr. Neal recommends recruiting for innate abilities. Analytics and AI as they pertain to the employment process are also topics he covers. In sum, the discussion shows how crucial it is for medical offices to have solid teams if they want to succeed. Dr. Michael Neal explains why it's beneficial for private offices to hire people based on their resourcefulness. He talks about how, even with little resources, he was able to hire people that stood out Next, we go on to discussing how to broaden the hiring process to encompass physician and nurse practitioner positions. According to Dr. Neal, their method goes beyond just looking at a candidate's work history to evaluate their character traits and frame of mind as well. Problems with current evaluation methods and the need for a personalized strategy are also discussed. Dr. Neal encourages clinics to contact Build My Team for help and highlights the advantages of targeted recruiting. Those who are having trouble with hiring in their practices will find this episode helpful and thought-provoking.
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Build My Team Website

Radical Remission Workshop
https://rb.gy/40kfoc 

In this episode of PRACTICE: IMPOSSIBLE, America's Favorite Doctor - Dr. Laura Purdy talks about her life as a solo physician and business owner.  She discusses her time working in innovative care, her knowledge of MSO agreements, and her licensure in all fifty states. Managing one's finances well and earning an MBA are two other points stressed by Dr. Purdy. She opens up about her time in the military and the difficulties of juggling family and career. She goes on to talk about how her spiritual life and practice have been affected by social media. Finally, Dr. Purdy shares her enthusiasm about what lies ahead and the possibilities it presents.

This week on PRACTICE: IMPOSSIBLE, we explore the transformative insights of Sharon Fekete, the renowned Doctor Whisperer, as she delves into her impactful work with insurance-independent physicians. Discover the crucial role of mental health in the medical workplace as Sharon candidly shares her journey of overcoming challenges. Gain valuable insights into the essential elements of leadership, vulnerability, and communication in the medical field. Uncover the significance of hiring and staff meetings for the success of medical practices, and be inspired by Sharon's advocacy for physicians to prioritize self-care. Join her vision for a reimagined future of the medical business, focused on seamlessly serving patients and healthcare providers.

Show Notes

The Broken Road to Mental Health: In Life and in Business by Sharon Fekete  Amazon Link to book

Sharon’s YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/SharonFekete

Sharon’s Media Company https://www.13thavemedia.com/

Sharon’s Website https://thedoctorwhisperer.com/

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Information - https://www.hhs.gov/about/agencies/asa/foh/bhs/employee-assistant-program/index.html

Alcohol Anonymous 12-Step Program - https://www.aa.org/the-twelve-steps

Are you a healthcare provider with suicidal thoughts? - Contact Pamela Wible, MD for help -  http://www.pamelawible.com

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline - Dial 988 in the United States - https://988lifeline.org/