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Stephen A. Dickens, JD, MAEd, FACMPE, VP of medical practice services at SVMIC, identifies warning signs that your practice's plan needs a reset.

Discover 10 low‑cost, proven strategies to spark joy, boost morale and slash turnover among your medical practice staff, elevating productivity and patient satisfaction.

Nearly half of physicians report burnout—but counterbalancing priorities, rather than chasing work-life balance, may be the key to long-term personal and professional fulfillment.

Stephen A. Dickens, JD, MAEd, FACMPE, VP of medical practice services at SVMIC, explains how to make strategic planning feel real and actionable.

A three-step annual review process can help medical practice owners uncover operational gaps, improve patient outcomes, and stay aligned with their core mission.

Discover eight practical, low-cost marketing strategies to help medical practices attract new patients, boost visibility, and grow sustainably in today’s competitive healthcare landscape.

Stephen A. Dickens, JD, MAEd, FACMPE, VP of medical practice services at SVMIC, talks about the ripple effect tariffs could have on daily operations.

Tariffs are poised to drive up costs, strain staff, and shrink patient payments—here's what practices need to do now to stay financially resilient.

Neil Baum, MD, tells how to broach the topic of exercise with patients and how to sell them on the benefits.

From refining your optical retail strategy to strengthening patient recall, these six practical tips will help your eyecare practice thrive financially while maintaining a patient-centered approach.

Remote patient monitoring is rapidly expanding, but with heightened federal scrutiny and OIG audits underway, medical practices must ensure full compliance to protect revenue and reduce audit risk.

Stephen A. Dickens, JD, MAEd, FACMPE, VP of medical practice services at SVMIC, discusses what practices can do today to prepare for the Trump tariffs.

Stephen A. Dickens, JD, MAEd, FACMPE, vice president of medical practice services at SVMIC talks strategic planning in times of uncertainty.

Rising tariffs on medical supplies could drive up health care costs this year, creating new financial and operational challenges for practices.

Tell us about the biggest challenges your practice is facing or expects to face.

Your weekly dose of wisdom from the Physicians Practice experts.

As biometric technologies expand in health care and consumer surveillance, regulators are cracking down on companies that misuse sensitive data — with HIPAA, FTC orders and billion-dollar state settlements setting the tone.

Stephen A. Dickens, JD, MAEd, FACMPE, VP of medical practice services at SVMIC, discusses how President Trump's tariffs could trigger a chain reaction for independent practices.

Stephen A. Dickens, JD, MAEd, FACMPE, VP of medical practice services at SVMIC, encourages physicians to stay grounded in patient care and adopt a flexible midset amid uncertainty.

With the right strategy and tone, you can transform a critical review into an opportunity to strengthen patient relationship.

Tariffs are set to drive up costs across industries — including health care — impacting everything from medical supplies to retirement accounts. Take a look at the ripple effects on medical practices and some proactive strategies for physicians to stay one step ahead.

Neal K. Shah, CEO of CareYaya Health Technologies and co-founder of Counterforce Health, joins the show to talk about claim denials and how AI can help fight them.

Your weekly dose of wisdom from the Physicians Practice experts.

Does a doctor's appearance still matter? How the white coat, hygiene and professional attire impact patient trust, satisfaction and perceptions of physician competence in modern healthcare.

Discover expert strategies for medical practices to manage rising supply and device costs driven by inflation and tariffs.

New tariffs from the Trump administration exempt pharmaceuticals but may still raise costs and disrupt supply chains for medical practices.

Healthcare organizations face ongoing challenges in leadership retention, engagement, and recruitment amid financial pressures, evolving career expectations, and a shifting talent landscape.

Discover 11 proven strategies to boost patient satisfaction, enhance the patient experience and improve retention at your medical practice.

Neil Baum, MD, tells how to deal with last minute patient questions.

Learn eight practical strategies medical practices can implement to reduce malpractice risk, improve patient safety, and strengthen legal protection.