Physicians Hanging a Shingle | Start a Private Medical Practice
A physician-hosted podcast dedicated to guiding other physicians through the steps of successfully starting a private medical practice. Have you considered launching a private practice but don’t know where to start? Are you overwhelmed by the thought of business plans, acquiring patients, and the nitty-gritty of setting up your own medical office? Then pull up a chair! Physicians Hanging a Shingle: A Physician’s Guide to Launching a Medical Practice is your go-to podcast for navigating the exciting, yet sometimes daunting, journey of opening your own practice. Hosted by board-certified family medicine physician, Dr. Brittney Anderson, who successfully launched her own thriving practice three years ago, this podcast shares all the hard-earned lessons, practical insights, and actionable strategies to help you confidently take the leap from employee to entrepreneur. Learn from someone who’s been there and done that! Each episode delivers invaluable advice on everything from crafting a winning business plan and securing financing to mastering marketing, hiring staff, and building a thriving patient base. Stop dreaming and start doing. Subscribe to Physicians Hanging a Shingle and let’s build your independent practice, together!
Episodes
May 26, 2025
May 26, 2025
17 min
In this week's episode of Physicians Hanging a Shingle we dive into an important step in getting patients in the door of your clinic...social media. I know, I know...hear me out! I had a very successful launch of my practice, largely in part to our social media presence and using Facebook as a marketing tool. In future episodes, we'll get into my entire social media marketing plan, but the first step is letting them know your clinic exists. And that starts with the very first post.
In this episode, I share the steps to my successful Facebook launch. I hope you can implement it in your launch as well and that it will be equally, or even more, successful for you.
Make sure you download the FREE checklist I created to make sure you don't miss any important steps in the planning of your new medical practice.
Click here for The Ultimate Checklist for Starting Your Medical Practice
Please consider leaving a review if you enjoy the podcast. Also, please share the podcast with physician friends. You never know, they may be interested in starting their own practice soon, too!
Social Media Communities:
Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices
Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson
May 19, 2025
May 19, 2025
19 min
Want to make a positive first impression and improve patient satisfaction from the moment they walk in?
Tune into Episode 6 where I reveal the six things every good waiting room needs to have to create a welcoming and comfortable environment for your patients.
Download the FREE checklist I created to make sure you don't miss any important steps in the planning of your new medical practice.
Click here for The Ultimate Checklist for Starting Your Medical Practice
Please consider leaving a review if you enjoy the podcast. Also, please share the podcast with physician friends. You never know, they may be interested in starting their own practice soon, too!
Social Media Communities:
Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices
Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson
May 12, 2025
May 12, 2025
13 min
Building a strong referral base is crucial for a thriving private practice, especially when you are just starting your practice.
In the second part of a two-part series, I focus on non-physician recommendations that will lead to referrals.
Learn how to leverage your existing connections and strategically build new relationships with other doctors to drive patient growth.
Download the FREE checklist I created to make sure you don't miss any important steps in the planning of your new medical practice.
Click here for The Ultimate Checklist for Starting Your Medical Practice
Please consider leaving a review if you enjoy the podcast. Also, please share the podcast with physician friends. You never know, they may be interested in starting their own practice soon, too!
Social Media Communities:
Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices
Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson
May 12, 2025
May 12, 2025
17 min
Building a strong referral base is crucial for a thriving private practice, especially when you are just starting your practice.
In the first part of a two-part series, I focus on physician referrals.
Learn how to leverage your existing connections and strategically build new relationships with other doctors to drive patient growth.
Download the FREE checklist I created to make sure you don't miss any important steps in the planning of your new medical practice.
Click here for The Ultimate Checklist for Starting Your Medical Practice
Please consider leaving a review if you enjoy the podcast. Also, please share the podcast with physician friends. You never know, they may be interested in starting their own practice soon, too!
Social Media Communities:
Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices
Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson
May 12, 2025
May 12, 2025
16 min
Don't break the bank on payroll before you even see your first patient! On this episode of Physicians Hanging a Shingle, I delve into the smart approach to team building for a new private practice.
Discover the essential roles you might need initially and how to strategically add team members as your patient load and revenue increase.
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Download the FREE checklist I created to make sure you don't miss any important steps in the planning of your new medical practice.
Click here for The Ultimate Checklist for Starting Your Medical Practice
Please consider leaving a review if you enjoy the podcast. Also, please share the podcast with physician friends. You never know, they may be interested in starting their own practice soon, too!
Social Media Communities:
Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices
Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson
May 11, 2025
May 11, 2025
15 min
Thinking about leaving your employed position to start your own practice? Before you hand in your notice, tune into Episode 2 of Physicians Hanging a Shingle.
I share the 5 essential considerations before you quit your current job to start your private practice. Learn how to minimize stress and maximize your chances of a successful launch.
Download the FREE checklist I created to make sure you don't miss any important steps in the planning of your new medical practice.
Click here for The Ultimate Checklist for Starting Your Medical Practice
Please consider leaving a review if you enjoy the podcast. Also, please share the podcast with physician friends. You never know, they may be interested in starting their own practice soon, too!
Social Media Communities:
Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices
Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson
May 11, 2025
May 11, 2025
13 min
Tired of feeling limited in your employed practice? In the first episode of Physicians Hanging a Shingle, I share my story of leaving the traditional healthcare system to establish a thriving private medical practice.
Discover the possibilities and get inspired to take control of your career.
This episode lays the foundation for a podcast dedicated to providing you, my fellow physician, with the practical steps and knowledge needed to confidently launch your own successful private practice.
Download the FREE checklist I created to make sure you don't miss any important steps in the planning of your new medical practice.
Click here for The Ultimate Checklist for Starting Your Medical Practice
Please consider leaving a review if you enjoy the podcast. Also, please share the podcast with physician friends. You never know, they may be interested in starting their own practice soon, too!
Social Media Communities:
Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices
Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson