The Doctor’s Crossing Carpe Diem Podcast Episode #123: Concierge Medicine - A Remedy For Burnout?
When considering a career change, many physicians don’t want to leave clinical practice, they just want to change the way they practice. And while you may have some preconceived notions about what it means to have a concierge practice, today’s guest, Dr. Jim Lindberg, is here to help us separate fact from fiction on this growing practice model. Dr. Linberg is an internist and pediatrician who transitioned to a group concierge practice 12 years ago. He’ll share how the care model works, what he loves about it, and tips for getting started.
You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here: www.doctorscrossing.com/episode123
In this episode we’re talking about:
- Jim’s journey from academics, to private practice, to concierge care
- The nuts and bolts of pricing and patient load in a concierge model
- Ways to include patients in your practice who can’t afford the fee
- The difference between concierge medicine and direct primary care
- What are patients in a concierge practice really like?
- Which specialties lend themselves to a concierge model and typical compensation
- The pluses and minuses of group vs. solo concierge practice
Links for this episode:
Hoag Concierge Medicine - Dr. Lindberg’s Group Concierge Practice
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