Michael Woo-Ming is a physician entrepreneur.
Like most, our family decided that we had outgrown our current home a few years ago and wanted to move into a larger house that offered more square footage and land. It had been nearly twenty years since living in the house we have owned since the end of the residency, and the house-hunting effort seemed more bewildering and confusing than two decades ago. At the time, I was too …
When it comes to attracting new patients using the Internet is crucial. Many people begin their searches for new products and services online. You may have heard before that word of mouth is the best type of advertising. While that is true, it is important to realize that a lot of that communication between people is happening online, rather than in person.
It is important for physicians to use social media …
Let’s face it. Most physicians and health care professionals are too busy. Yet as a doctor myself, I know first hand you want to do as much as you can for your patient, such as making sure prescriptions are being called in, or working in an urgent appointment.
Then why do most doctors ignore what’s being said about them on the internet?
Recently I was chatting with a physician who had an …
As the baby boom generation nears retirement, there will be a flood of doctors left wondering what to do with their time. Some doctors will continue to work in practice and, although it is certainly rewarding to work hands-on with patients and new staff, after 30, 40, or 50 years in the business many start to explore other options.
The motivation that drives one to medicine often stays with them for …
Once you’ve decided that you want to explore other income opportunities, then it’s time to do some preliminary brainstorming.
The goal here is to create a list of business ideas that you would find success in and be happy with. As a physician, you have a distinct advantage if your business plan involves the medical field. However, you do not need to limit yourself to this field as there are enumerable …
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