PTSD in Men: Closing the Treatment Gap in Your Practice 

By Miranda Dorta

June is PTSD and Men’s Mental Health Awareness month. This month, position yourself as the healthcare leader who prioritizes comprehensive mental wellness. 

Men with PTSD sit in your waiting room carrying invisible wounds. While 4% of men experience PTSD, they seek treatment at much lower rates than women, creating a critical care gap that impacts your practice's ability to serve your community effectively. 

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Rebalancing Healthcare: Addressing Physician Work-Life Integration and Well-being

By Miranda Dorta

Imagine a healthcare system where 6 out of every 10 physicians are experiencing symptoms of burnout. Where practice owners are working far more hours than they ever anticipated, with administrative tasks consuming a third (or more) of their time. Where the very strengths that make doctors exceptional at their jobs – drive, problem-solving, perfectionism – are silently eroding their personal lives and well-being.

This isn't a hypothetical scenario. It's the reality facing our healthcare system today.

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A Practice Owner's Guide to Sustainable Success: Moving Beyond Burnout to Build Your Vision

By Miranda Dorta

As an independent healthcare professional, you understand the unique challenge of balancing clinical excellence with business leadership. You chose independence because you believe in delivering care your way. Yet the daily reality of wearing multiple hats - professional, leader, strategist, and business owner - can feel overwhelming.

Let's explore a practical approach to build the thriving practice you envision while maintaining your wellbeing.

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The Hidden Cost of Wall Street in Healthcare: Why Private Equity Must Stay Out of Medical Care

By Tracy Cherpeski

In the past decade, a quiet but profound transformation has reshaped America's healthcare landscape. Private equity firms have acquired nearly 8,000 medical facilities, from local doctor's offices to major hospitals, fundamentally altering how healthcare is delivered in our communities. While these Wall Street firms promise improved efficiency and modernization, the reality often tells a different story.

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Healthcare Leadership Development: From Burnout to Better Patient Care - A Case Study

By Tracy Cherpeski

In Part 1 of this series, we explored how Dr. J.'s investment in personal development helped him shift and improve his practice's business operations and financial outcomes. But the impact of leadership development extends far beyond the bottom line. In this blogpost, we'll discover how personal development creates a ripple effect that enhances clinical care, professional satisfaction, and innovation in healthcare practices.

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The Hidden ROI: Why Personal Development is Your Best Investment as a Healthcare Leader

Like many healthcare leaders, Dr. J. had invested years in honing his clinical skills but found himself navigating unfamiliar territory. The delicate balance between hospital responsibilities and private practice management wasn't just challenging—it was overwhelming. The very qualities that made him an excellent physician—attention to detail, dedication to patient care, and pursuit of clinical excellence—weren't enough to address the complex demands of dual leadership roles.

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