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Physicians Hanging a Shingle | Start a Private Medical Practice

Physicians Hanging a Shingle | Start a Private Medical Practice

Written by: Brittney Anderson MD FAAFP | Physician and Practice Owner
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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!Copyright 2025 All rights reserved. Economics Hygiene & Healthy Living Leadership Management & Leadership Physical Illness & Disease
Episodes
  • #65: Four Lessons From Four Years in Private Practice

    #65: Four Lessons From Four Years in Private Practice
    Jul 6 2026

    Four years ago, I opened the doors to my private practice. And looking back, there are a few things I wish I could have told myself on day one.

    In this episode, I'm sharing four lessons I've learned over the past four years that I believe every future practice owner should hear before opening their doors. If you're dreaming about private practice or are early in your journey, this episode is for you.

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    ORDER MY NEW BOOK: PRIVATE PRACTICE, ON PURPOSE

    📌 Resources:

    Take the Private Practice Readiness Quiz!

    This quiz will help you identify where you fall on the readiness spectrum—and what your next best step should be.

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    If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp

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    If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help.

    Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching.

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    Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe!

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    Social Media Communities:

    Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices

    Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle

    LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson
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    15 mins
  • #64: Building a Strong Practice Culture on Purpose

    #64: Building a Strong Practice Culture on Purpose
    Jul 1 2026

    If you think practice culture starts after you hire your first employee, think again.

    In this episode, I share why the culture of your practice begins long before opening day. We'll talk about hiring for character, choosing personalities that complement one another, creating clear expectations during onboarding, and building the kind of workplace where both your team and your patients thrive.

    Whether you're still planning your practice or already hiring your first employees, this episode will help you build your team with intention from day one.

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    ORDER MY NEW BOOK: PRIVATE PRACTICE, ON PURPOSE

    📌 Resources:

    Take the Private Practice Readiness Quiz!

    This quiz will help you identify where you fall on the readiness spectrum—and what your next best step should be.

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    If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp

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    If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help.

    Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching.

    ----

    Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe!

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    Social Media Communities:

    Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices

    Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle

    LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson
    Show More Show Less
    16 mins
  • #63: How to Know If You’re Financially Ready to Leave Your Employed Job

    #63: How to Know If You’re Financially Ready to Leave Your Employed Job
    Jun 22 2026

    How do you know if you’re financially ready to leave your employed job and start a private practice?

    In this episode, I’m walking through the questions I think every physician should ask before making the leap.

    We’ll talk about personal expenses, startup costs, runway, timeline, and what it really means to be financially prepared to leave employed medicine.

    If private practice is on your mind but the financial side feels overwhelming, this episode will help you think through it more clearly.

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    ORDER MY NEW BOOK: PRIVATE PRACTICE, ON PURPOSE

    📌 Resources:

    Take the Private Practice Readiness Quiz!

    This quiz will help you identify where you fall on the readiness spectrum—and what your next best step should be.

    -----

    If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp

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    If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help.

    Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching.

    ----

    Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe!

    ----

    Social Media Communities:

    Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices

    Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle

    LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson
    Show More Show Less
    27 mins
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