We initially started out just like most family medicine physicians. After graduating from residency, we founded a Family Practice business in Roxboro, NC. With 12 employees and a large patient base the practice was successful by most measures. However, we found that for the hours we were putting in, we were woefully underpaid. We tried increasing our business by expanding into additional services including; nurse counseling, group visits, hospital care and even opening an urgent care center. Still we found ourselves overworked and under compensated. We knew that there had to be a better way to practice medicine.
What Happened?
We discovered a way to transition our practice from a traditional Family Practice to a thriving mix of Occupational Medicine, Family Medicine and Cash Based Examinations. Suddenly we found ourselves with more free time and more income. We took the same model and opened a second clinic in Raleigh and were again successful. We were able to sell our original clinic and then started our mobile occupational medical business.
Does the Model really work?
Yes. Dr. Walker relocated to Atlanta in 2006. Using the "SiteMed Model" he started a clinic from the ground up and has been extremely successful. The Raleigh clinic under Dr. Fernandez continues to grow and is a great example of how well a low overhead, high revenue Model can work. Working less than 32 hours per week, our salaries are on par with what a specialist makes. We have applied this Model to mulitple practices with great success.
Why Share It?
We have been there. We understand the frustrations of trying to be a good, caring physician while trying to maintain the balance of practice, family and personal health. We have seen our friends in medicine break down under the strain with terrible personal consequences. We have discovered a way to bring balance back to medical practices. What has worked for us and others can work for you and your practice. Let us help you bring satisfaction back to the practice of medicine.
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