LIMITLESS Leaders Toolkit: Financial & Practice Strategy-WPS Symposium - Office Structure Panel

WPS Symposium - Office Structure Panel | Enhance Your Practice: S14 Ep68

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The podcast panel featured women plastic surgeons discussing different practice models and how to choose the right fit. Dr. Vinaya Redman described thriving in a large group practice, emphasizing teamwork, mentorship, and the tradeoff of reduced independence for better patient care and leadership opportunities. She advised visiting practices in person and speaking with staff before joining. Dr. Amber Lease shared the benefits of academic practice, including teaching, diverse clinical work, and greater control over her personal schedule, while noting limited control over daily operations. She urged trainees to understand academic expectations, finances, and culture before committing. Dr. Renee Burke discussed transitioning from a small group to solo practice to better align with her vision, highlighting the need for business advisors, careful growth, and avoiding overextension. Her key message: build your own dream rather than someone else’s.

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