Scale My Clinic

Is your clinic’s success secretly holding you back? In this episode, Sachin and Todd unpack the deceptive grip of the "golden handcuffs" - the kind of success that seduces you into staying stuck, even while you tell yourself you're doing well. If your clinic’s growth has plateaued, if decisions bottleneck at you, or if you’re exhausted being the glue that holds everything together, this conversati...

Cass Quilty didn’t inherit a thriving business. She bought a broken one, with one GP, ugly signage, and zero margin for error. What followed is the kind of ownership story few people talk about: locum disasters, cash flow gymnastics, and late-night imposter syndrome. But also, the step-by-step rebuild that turned her clinic into a 7-GP success. If you’ve ever thought, “This is too hard,” this epis...

You didn’t start your clinic to become a numbers person, but here you are. If finances feel like a foreign language, you’re not alone. Let’s get real about the fear, confusion, and overwhelm behind the P&L, and how to build clarity without needing an accounting degree. In this episode, Dr. Todd and Dr. Sachin tackle one of the most avoided (and most essential) topics for Practice Owners: your...

Buying a clinic should fast-track your freedom and growth—not trap you in years of stress, debt, or regret. Yet many Practice Owners unknowingly sign up for deals that derail their vision of a thriving, high-performing clinic. In this episode, Dr. Sachin Patel and Dr. Todd Cameron expose the behind-the-scenes tactics that make clinics look more profitable than they actually are—and the red flags e...

Recruiting doctors isn't just hard. It’s an art form. And if you’re feeling like the whole game is stacked against you, you’re not alone. From the outside, it can feel like every great GP is already taken. But what if recruitment wasn’t a panic response but a built-in strength of your practice? In this episode, we dive deep with Claire Ponsford, Co-Founder and Director at Wavelength International,...

A lot of Practice Owners think their biggest hurdle is hiring a GP. But what if that’s just the surface symptom of a much deeper business issue? In this episode, Sachin and Todd dismantle the myth of the “quick fix GP” and reveal what’s really going on when you feel stuck, overwhelmed, and out of options. This conversation doesn’t just call out the problem. It gives you a smarter way to think, act...

Running a clinic is rarely a straight line, and sometimes, your biggest wins are hiding inside your hardest decisions. In this episode, Dr. Nerida McDonald shares how an accidental entry into ownership taught her the most brutal and brilliant lessons of business. From escaping a misaligned partnership to rebuilding from scratch (twice), she reveals what it really takes to evolve from a stressed-ou...

You can be running a good practice, serving your patients, and building your team, and still be sitting on a ticking time bomb when it comes to HR. It’s not always the dramatic issues that do the damage. It’s the small, silent oversights that compound over time and take a toll on your bank account, your team’s morale, and your clinic’s long-term value. In this episode, we’re joined by George Sotir...

With major changes rolling in, Practice Owners are facing a moment of reckoning: stick with outdated systems, or evolve fast. This episode is your inside look at what’s changing in chronic care management, how to lead your clinic through it, and how to make sure your team isn’t just coping, but thriving. We break down the real impact of the new CCM billing rules, the practical models that actually...

Every clinic owner asks it sooner or later: “How long will it take to build the clinic I’ve always wanted?” The answer? It depends on where you're starting and how long you're willing to stay stuck in the wrong layer. In this episode, Dr. Sachin Patel and Dr. Todd Cameron walk you through the five distinct layers of Practice Ownership, from soul-crushing chaos to sustainable success. Whether you’r...

Owning a practice can feel like a juggling act, one where the stakes are high and the rules keep shifting. But what happens when a GP decides to trade the traditional playbook for something more values-driven, more courageous, and more scalable? In this episode, Dr. Ajay Koshti unpacks what it really takes to lead a clinic through uncertainty, culture shifts, burnout risk, and business reinvention...

Practice Owners often feel overwhelmed by financial matters, unsure whether they're making smart decisions or setting themselves up for future regret. If that sounds familiar, this episode will tell you why you should stop winging it and start owning it. In this conversation, Paul Copeland, senior partner at William Buck and trusted voice in the medical accounting space, breaks down the key financ...

Growing and scaling a practice can sometimes feel like a lonely journey, especially when you’re navigating the challenges of leadership and decision-making. But what if you didn’t have to go through it alone? In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of communities and peer groups for Practice Owners. Whether you’re looking for support, accountability, or fresh perspectives, being par...

Owning a clinic is a bold move. Scaling it is next-level. In this conversation, two incredible GPs, Dr Petrina Barson and Dr Arete Kotouris, pull back the curtain on their journey from dreamers with a vision to established owners of a thriving inner-suburban clinic. They didn’t start with deep business expertise. They started with clarity, guts, and a shared commitment to doing things differently....

There’s a lot of noise around the government’s upcoming 12.5% bulk billing incentive, but before you jump at the promise of “free money,” take a beat. This episode is a deep dive into what’s really going on behind the curtain. If you’re a GP or Practice Owner in the “maybe” camp — uncertain whether to take the deal or wait it out — this conversation will give you the clarity and confidence to move...

Feeling like your practice is collecting more data than it knows what to do with? You’re not alone. Many Practice Owners find themselves buried in numbers, unsure how to make those insights drive meaningful change. This episode is your path to clarity. Join Dr. Sachin Patel and Chris Smeed (Cubiko’s Chief Data Whisperer) as they unpack how data, when paired with purpose and leadership, becomes you...

Building a thriving practice isn’t just about working harder. It’s also about working smarter. But how do you navigate the inevitable challenges of ownership without getting lost in the noise of endless information? One of the most powerful ways to accelerate growth, avoid costly mistakes, and gain clarity is through coaching. But it isn't just about learning new strategies. Coaching is about deve...

Building a thriving practice goes beyond delivering top-notch patient care. It requires a solid command of your finances behind the scenes. Without a firm grip on your numbers, you risk running a practice that looks busy but struggles to turn a profit. In this episode, we continue our deep dive into the financial operating system every General Practice Owner needs, featuring Ryan Sela, GM of GP Bo...

Scaling a clinic successfully isn't just about patient care It’s also about having a structured financial system that supports sustainable growth. Yet, many Practice Owners struggle with understanding their numbers, often running on instinct rather than a well-defined framework. A clear financial operating system is the backbone of any thriving clinic. It ensures every dollar is accounted for, dec...

Running a medical practice comes with countless responsibilities, one of the biggest being protecting what you’ve built. But too often, Practice Owners overlook or underestimate the role of insurance in safeguarding their business from unexpected risks. Rather than treating insurance as a reluctant purchase, smart Practice Owners see it as a vital safety net that ensures continuity, financial secu...

Navigating GP compensation has long been a heated topic, with both clinic owners and doctors feeling like they’re on opposite sides of a battle. But what if the real problem isn’t the GP, or the owner, but the system itself? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the financial mechanics of General Practice. We’re cutting through the noise to explore why the traditional "percentage split" deb...

Owning and growing a medical practice comes with constant challenges, none more pressing than keeping up with shifting policies that directly impact patient care and financial sustainability. The latest government announcements on Medicare funding have sent shockwaves through General Practice, and understanding their real impact is crucial. In this emergency episode, we cut through the political n...

Understanding how to build an effective partnership with a VA can redefine how your practice operates. Whether you’re concerned about privacy, team integration, or patient satisfaction, this conversation will offer clarity and actionable advice. In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of virtual assistants in general practices with May Ann Abrasado, Head Trainer at GP Hero. Man...

Building a thriving General Practice is a journey filled with both challenges and meaningful rewards. But how do you navigate the complexities of leadership, culture, and ownership while maintaining focus on delivering excellent patient care? Dr. Sachin Patel, a visionary leader and entrepreneur, shares his personal and professional journey from early beginnings in business to becoming a trailblaz...

Growing a successful General Practice is no easy feat, especially when the road is filled with challenges and unexpected hurdles. In this special episode, Dr. Sachin Patel sits down with Dr. Todd Cameron to unpack the raw and inspiring journey of building and owning general practices, sharing stories of resilience, ambition, and transformative lessons. From humble beginnings to overseeing multiple...