On Starting a New Practice

I opened my new practice three weeks ago.  After ten and a half years as an employed cardiologist,  I'm now an employer.  A solo physician.  A business owner.

In medical school, residency and fellowship training, I never thought I'd work on my own.  I learned the science of medicine and cardiology.  I paid little attention to the business of medicine, up until a bit less than a year ago, when the gears in in my head started turning.  Before that, I never thought that I would go it on my own.  I brushed off any suggestion of being independent -- the expenses are so high.  It's so hard to fight for patients, and would my established patients even come with me?  And all the work of starting and maintaining a practice -- is it worth it?

Room 4.  Of course that's a greyhound on the wall!

As I thought more, the potential of independence appealed more and more to me.  The ability to practice in my own setting, in the way that I want, during the hours that I want, without approval from management.  The independence to run a cardiology practice in a way that suits my philosophy of health.

Starting a medical practice is tough.  I have an incredible respect for anyone who runs his or her own medical practice, or any business for that matter.  But, I've found that even if the hours are long, it's work for a purpose -- to build something that is mine.  And that is rewarding.

I'm grateful for all the advice and support I've received.  I'm grateful to have two talented staff members, Diane and Sylvia, who make my job easier.  And I'm grateful for the many loyal and terrific patients who've chosen to follow me in my new adventure.

I'm inviting patients, friends, family, friends of patient, and anyone curious to come see my practice.  Come to my open house on Thursday, January 25, 5:30-7:30 pm.  I'm proud of what I've created and I welcome you to take a look yourself.

Meet my office staff!

The office opened this week, and we are up and running seeing patients!!!

Let me introduce you to my staff members:

Diane Shockcor - Medical Assistant

Diane worked with me at Lakeside for over three years, and I can't be happier to have her join me at my new practice.  She's smart, works hard, and gets along well with patients.  Diane is a dog lover and has a boxer named Harley.  Her major flaw is that she is a Buckeye fan.

Sylvia Tadeo - Front Office 

Sylvia has over ten years of experience in the medical field, including as a medical assistant and a phlebotomist.  I met Sylvia a couple years ago at Tru Fit Bootcamp, where I was impressed by her dedication and the fact that she can do burpees far faster than I can.  Sylvia is also fluent in Spanish.

Call us for an appointment at 818-938-9505.  Or, come to our OPEN HOUSE on January 25, to say hi and see the new office!