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Listen to this episode: play the audio In this engaging episode of Bootstrap MD, Dr. Mike Woo-Ming invites Erika Kappes, DO a board-certified psychiatrist and successful private practice owner, to share her inspiring journey from serving in the U.S. Army to building a thriving concierge psychiatry and wellness practice in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Kappes offers valuable insights on the challenges and rewards of starting a medical practice from scratch, emphasizing the importa

Listen to this episode: play the audio Meet Michael Carlini, a certified life coach and founder of Carlini Coaching, who specializes in supporting medical professionals with ADHD. Drawing from his personal experience and close family ties to healthcare, Michael sheds light on the unique challenges faced by physicians with ADHD, including time management, focus, and work-life balance. He discusses the prevalence of ADHD among medical professionals and the stigma that often pre

Listen to this episode: play the audio I take a trip down memory lane to the mid-1990s, where I share the story of how I started my first business while navigating the challenges of being a medical resident and preparing for the arrival of my first child. Faced with a significant reduction in our household income due to my wife's maternity leave, I found myself searching for solutions to our financial predicament. That's when I discovered an opportunity to create a resource

Listen to this episode: play the audio Are you curious about what it takes to start your own successful podcast? In this episode of Bootstrap MD, I dive deep into the essential strategies and insider secrets that I've learned from nearly four years of hosting this show and my previous podcasting ventures. Drawing from my own hard-earned wisdom and experience, I share a wide range of tips and insights that every aspiring podcaster needs to know before taking the leap. From the

Listen to this episode: play the audio As a physician, do you ever wonder how you can leverage your expertise to create a thriving online business and achieve the freedom and fulfillment you deserve? In this game-changing episode of BootstrapMD, I'm joined once again by Dr. Anne Truong, a brilliant physician entrepreneur and frequent guest on the show, who has cracked the code on building multiple streams of income while still practicing medicine. Get ready to have your mind

Listen to this episode: play the audio I dive into a book that has taken the entrepreneurial world by storm over the past year - "Buy Back Your Time" by Dan Martell. As a physician entrepreneur myself, I've found the principles and strategies outlined in this book to be incredibly valuable, especially for those of us who often feel like there aren't enough hours in the day to accomplish everything we want to achieve. Join me as I explore some of the key concepts from "Buy Bac

Listen to this episode: play the audio In this episode, I dive into a topic that's close to my heart - how to get motivated to become an entrepreneur. As physicians, we've already proven our drive by making it through medical school, but taking that leap into entrepreneurship can feel like a whole new challenge. I share some personal insights and strategies that have worked for me and my clients over the years. If you've ever felt stuck in your career or dreamed of branching

Listen to this episode: play the audio We welcome back frequent guest and fan favorite, Dr. Anne Truong. A successful physiatrist and entrepreneur, Dr. Truong shares her latest insights on transforming medical practices into thriving businesses. Building on her previous appearances, she delves deeper into her journey from a traditional insurance-based model to a cash-based practice, and how she leveraged the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic to create multiple income stream

Listen to this episode: play the audio In this compelling follow-up to last week's popular episode, we welcome back Dr. Anne Truong to delve deeper into the transformative concept of scaling medical practices from one-to-one patient care to a one-to-many business model. Building on the foundation laid in part one, this episode explores advanced strategies and real-world applications, including creating online courses, growing your YouTube channel, automating patient education

Listen to this episode: play the audio Are your texts causing office drama? Is your "instant" communication sabotaging your practice? In this must-hear episode of Bootstrap MD, physician communication expert Dr. Maiysha Clairborne reveals game-changing insights for doctor entrepreneurs. Discover the surprising impact of pandemic-era digital communication, learn a mind-bending email trick that could save your reputation, and uncover the hidden power of emotional intelligence i

Listen to this episode: play the audio Meet Dr. Ola Kolawole, aka "Dr. Ola", a family medicine physician who has pivoted to help coaches boost their visibility and sales through innovative live studio events. Dr. Ola shares her journey from struggling wellness coach to founding the VIP Speaker Studio Experience, a unique platform that allows coaches to present in a professional studio setting with a virtual audience. She discusses the challenges many coaches face in marketing

Listen to this episode: play the audio Today we're exploring a book that has significantly influenced my approach to medicine and entrepreneurship - Ryan Holiday's "The Obstacle is the Way." As healthcare professionals, we face numerous challenges, from complex regulations to rapid technological changes. Today, we'll delve into how the ancient philosophy of Stoicism, as presented in Holiday's book, can provide us with powerful tools to navigate these obstacles. Drawing from m

Listen to this episode: play the audio Dr. Mike Woo-Ming and Dr. Anne Truong tackle a pressing question on many physicians' minds: How will medical practices survive and thrive amid the sweeping healthcare changes coming in 2025? From the looming 2.8% Medicare reimbursement cut to the rising costs of running a practice, they reveal why more doctors are exploring alternatives to the traditional insurance-based model – and why some non-physician practitioners may already be ahe

Listen to this episode: play the audio In this episode of Bootstrap MD, I'm excited to be joined by Dr. Bradley Block from The Physician's Guide to Doctoring and Dr. Jimmy Turner from Money Meets Medicine to discuss our launch of Doctor Podcast Network. Together with podcast industry veteran Desiree Leos, we're building something I'm really passionate about – a supportive ecosystem for physicians who want to get into podcasting. We each shared our personal journeys and the st

Listen to this episode: play the audio Short Description Dr. Mike Woo-Ming explores seven key trends reshaping medicine in 2025, including AI, value-based care, personalized medicine, and digital health innovations. Show Summary Sign up for the Design Your 2025 Income Strategy Masterclass on January 15, 2025 at 8:30p EST! Only $47! Go here. — Dr. Mike Woo-Ming takes a step back to look at the seismic shifts happening in medicine today. As healthcare continues to evolve, he

Listen to this episode: play the audio Short Description Dr. Mike Woo-Ming shares his six-step GG6 system for goal setting, designed to help physicians overcome burnout and take control of their careers and lives. Learn how to set impactful goals, create actionable plans, and reassess to stay on track. Show Summary In this episode of BootstrapMD, Dr. Mike Woo-Ming revisits his GG6 system—a framework he designed to help physician entrepreneurs set and achieve meaningful goals

Listen to this episode: play the audio BootstrapMD is evolving! This episode introduces a new co-host, Dr. Anne Truong, joining Dr. Mike Woo-Ming to explore key strategies for physician marketing and business growth. — Have you ever considered how important marketing could be for your medical career? In this episode, Dr. Anne Truong and Dr. Mike Woo-Ming sit down to discuss the importance of marketing for physicians. They point out that many doctors lack business training and

Listen to this episode: play the audio Dr. Anne Truong and Dr. Mike Woo-Ming discuss the importance of income diversification for physicians, highlighting how traditional medical careers often lead to burnout due to high workloads and limited fulfillment. They emphasize the need for doctors to work smarter, not harder. They both share their rigour and transitioning from conventional medicine practice to entrepreneurship. Dr. Anne Troung shares her realization of the value of

Listen to this episode: play the audio This episode features Dr. Mike Woo-Ming and Dr. Anne Truong discussing why doctors should use social media to grow their careers. Traditional ways of getting patients, like newspaper ads and referrals, are becoming less effective. COVID-19 showed the importance of having an online presence. With their expertise, doctors can easily share valuable information and reach more people through platforms like YouTube. This helps build trust, att

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