Featured Episodes

In this episode of the Physician Growth Accelerator podcast, Zed sits down with Dr. Douglas Slakey, a surgeon, healthcare innovator, and bestselling author of The Process Manifesto: Improving Healthcare in a Complex World. Together, they explore...

In this episode of the Physician Growth Accelerator podcast, host Zed Williamson is joined by Catherine Otis, Director at DoctorConnect, to uncover how private practices can leverage automation to improve efficiency...

One of the most critical aspects of running a private practice is understanding your finances. Many physicians unknowingly rely on income statements that need more detail to make informed decisions about growth and profitability.

Many private practices unknowingly create barriers that make it difficult for patients to access care. From missed phone calls and scheduling delays to ineffective follow-ups, these hidden constraints are costing your practice more than just...

Treating your private practice like a patient may be holding back your growth. Many physician business owners fall into the “quick fix” mindset when facing practice challenges, but in this episode, Zed explains why sustainable success requires...

In this episode of Physician Growth Accelerator, Zed dives into one of the most common yet overlooked barriers to growth in private medical practices: the lack of autonomy and clarity for practice administrators.

Misalignment between physicians and their work environments can lead to burnout, frustration, and dissatisfaction. In this episode of The Physician Growth Accelerator, we’re joined by Dr. Lara Hochman, a practicing physician and founder of...

In this episode, Zed talks with Aaron Painter, CEO of Nametag, about the rising threat of cyber attacks targeting healthcare practices. Learn why private medical practices are increasingly vulnerable...

Zed welcomes Dr. Jimmy Turner, practicing anesthesiologist and founder of Money Meets Medicine, to discuss a critical topic for physician business owners: disability insurance.

In this episode of Physician Growth Accelerator, we talk with Dr. Mitra Sadhu, a nephrologist, physician-mom, and founder of Link Medical Spaces, to discuss the power of lean private practices.

Building a Profitable Private Practice: Dr. Una’s Secrets to Success In this episode of the Physician Growth Accelerator podcast, Dr. Una, a pediatrician turned serial entrepreneur, shares her inspiring journey from clinician to successful...

Do you have practice drama and conflict? Workplace conflict is not an isolated issue but a symptom of the broader system within your practice.

In this Physician Growth Accelerator Podcast episode, Zed pulls back the curtain on a common pitfall in private medical practices: measuring the wrong metrics.

How can human nature impact the health of your practice? The truth is the natural tendencies and personalities of your team members can either drive growth or create bottlenecks, depending on how well their roles align with their innate strengths.

How can clear and specific standards help ensure a healthy business? Often, the frustrations and stress you experience in your practice are the results of misaligned or unclear standards.

Does communication come up as a problem within your practice? If so, you aren’t alone. Most businesses struggle with what they deem as communication issues.

Think back to before you began your practice. Is the current state what you envisioned? If the answer is no, it’s normal for things to veer off course - but they don’t have to stay that way.

Just like patients ignore symptoms until they become unavoidable, many physicians overlook minor business issues until they escalate into major problems.

When frustrated with something in your practice, do you focus on “how” to fix the problem? Or do you seek to understand the system that created the frustrating outcome?

Every system is perfectly designed to get the result it gets, and understanding this can lead to a sense of freedom. If a process or outcome feels like it should be better, it probably should be.

Have private equity firms expressed interest in your practice? Many physicians are being approached and are wondering - what is the best decision?

Have you ever had an employee walk out? You might be thinking “Why can’t I just find good employees?”. More than likely, the problem goes deeper than just finding the “right” employee.

Making the decision to hire a new position is a dilemma many physician business owners deal with. In this Private Practice Story, Zed sheds new light on how practices should look at the opportunity of hiring an APP...

Have you ever wondered? “Does my website do anything for me?”. If so, you aren’t alone. In this Private Practice Story, Zed discusses a practice that had a beautiful website, but it was alienating 80% of potential patients.

Is what you are experiencing today “what you want”? If you aren’t sure - this episode of the Physician Growth Accelerator Podcast is for you. 

In this episode of The Physician Growth Accelerator podcast, host Zed Williamson welcomes Dr. Caleb Masterson, founder of Provider Autonomy and ENT Center of Alabama.

Imagine telling a patient not to go through with a blood test to uncover what is limiting their health? You would never do that. And at the same time thousands of private practices operate without understanding the health of their business.

All private medical practices have a culture. The question is - did you create yours on purpose or was your created from the system you are operating?

In this episode of the Physician Growth Accelerator podcast, Zed welcomes Dr. Mark McLaughlin, a renowned neurosurgeon and author of "Cognitive Dominance: A Brain Surgeon's Quest to Out-Think Fear."

For some doctors, reviews come easy. For others, one bad review could put your entire practice at risk. Either way - potential patients are looking.

Do you ever have patients who don’t make it to treatment, despite being the perfect fit? Why do patients in pain hesitate to take the steps needed to make a change?

Physicians - Have you ever wished you could clone yourself? What if you could create a system that allowed patients to trust you more, increase education, and save you time?

Have you ever felt “stuck” in your medical practice? Do things just have to be this way? In this episode of the Physician Growth Accelerator, Dr. Joe Pazona, Urologist and medical practice owner discusses his journey...

Why do patients in pain choose not to move forward with treatment? You know they would greatly benefit but you still find yourself with drop-offs.

Do you have no-shows, reschedules, or cancelations in your medical practice? Why does this happen? In this episode of the Physician Growth Accelerator Podcast, Zed discusses the Bias Vital and the impact an unhealthy vital can have on your business.

How does your stress impact your medical practice? How is your medical practice influencing your stress? On this episode of The Physician Growth Accelerator podcast, Zed reveals key insights from our recent 100 ENT Physician Survey.

The ability for your practice to reliably and systematically convert a patient in need to an appointment is a direct measure of the capacity of success you can achieve. It is an often overlooked reason for practice struggles.

How does your practice leverage data? Does it feel like you are going down a rabbit hole or truly uncovering the problem you want to solve?

How does your mindset affect daily life? The truth is your mindset influences every aspect of your life. At work, at home, and beyond.

Do you ever find yourself dreading “uphill” moments? In this episode of The Physician Growth Accelerator Podcast, Zed talks about his perspective on the “uphill” moments and how he recognized a difference between those who embrace them...

Have you experienced a “Growth Plateau”? Even when you invest in new technology or a new team member you never seem to make it to the next level.

Would you confidently rehire all of your team members today? For many business owners, the answer is no, but that doesn’t always lead to swift action. In this episode, Zed dives into the common dilemma of holding onto staff for too long...

Why does low performance happen? There are reasons why our brains allow for lower performance as time goes on. Join Zed as he walks through proven techniques for setting standards that will have your team performing at their peak.

Specialty Spotlight! In this episode of The Physician Growth Accelerator Podcast Zed leverages his experience of working with ENT practices. From culture to leadership, Zed covers several topics that can help you transform your otolaryngology team ..

Do you feel like the same problems happen over and over again in your practice? In this episode of the "Physician Growth Accelerator" podcast, host Zed Williamson dives deep into the recurring problems that plague private medical practices.

The most common staff based issue among medical practices is in-office drama. Most Physicians feel it is unavoidable, this is simply not true...

You have seen it before: a patient who would highly benefit from the treatment solution you offered does not get treated. Why? For physicians, the decision of treatment is a logical one. For patients, it’s all about emotion.

Do you feel like you are at the whim of shifting reimbursements? You can’t just change your prices when reimbursements decline. Many physicians feel like this is something they just have to deal with.

Medical practice growth is not always as simple as adding a new location. Often, adding a new location can actually hinder the growth of your medical practice by creating unintended constraints. How do you make sure you make the right decision?

Humans do not make decisions logically. For patients, this is especially true. How many times have you been in a situation where you know the treatment you are suggesting to a patient would change their life-but they do not immediately do it?

Do you have employees that don’t “carry their weight”? You may believe that is just the way things are...maybe you think you must accept it as a reality. The truth is you can get more out of all of your employees in a way that benefits...

Whether or not we agree with it, patients make decisions on the physicians they choose based on online reviews. These reviews, often underestimated, can significantly impact your practice's growth and public perception.

As an independent medical practice owner, your goal has been to create a thriving and growing business environment where patients and staff find success. However, as your practice evolves, you may encounter dilemmas...

Appointment no-shows and cancellations are major frustrations among private practice physicians. The worst part is - it is likely much worse than you realize and the impact they have on your business is huge.

As a physician, when you think of your role in your private medical practice - the answer might seem pretty clear. The truth is if your answer is just focused on patients and not leading your business, that is likely a sign of ineffective leadership.

Are you considering the next steps for growing your private medical practice? Maybe expanding locations seems like a reasonable path. Many physicians believe that the way to increase capacity is to open a new location. For some, this may be...

Are you tired of the constant struggles in your medical practice? Every time you turn around, does it feel like there is something else “out of your control” that needs your attention? Running and leading a private medical practice does not have...

Do your patients get left on hold or wait more than 5 days for an appointment? If so, you’re likely wondering why your conversion rates are declining. By making small changes to your scheduling and staff communication tactics, you can tailor your...

Are you seeking top talent for your medical practice, but can’t seem to find the right candidate? Physicians everywhere struggle with hiring. But what if a few small changes to your process could help you attract the right people? In this episode,...

How many calls does your practice receive each day? How many of those calls are actually answered? You may be surprised to learn that an average of 42% of calls to medical offices during working hours are missed. So how can we take this...

Imagine a patient struggling with symptoms, frustrated by their discomfort, and they’re taking action. They go online in search of a reliable physician. Will they find your website? And if they do, will they choose your practice? It may sound...

A constraint, no matter where it is, impacts the total throughput of your practice. By understanding where constraints live within your practice you can better position yourself for change. And that begins with decision vitals. In this episode, we...