The Practice Builders

Dr. Vince Leone and Dr. Kyle Pankonin
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Welcome to the Practice Builders podcast, the show where innovation meets strategy for growing thriving chiropractic clinics presented by Specialized Practice and hosted by Dr. Vince Leone and Dr. Kyle Pankonin. They're here to share proven tactics to help you build cash-based revenue streams, maximize staff driven services, and reduce reliance on insurance.

  1. 55. I Need To Think About It

    6日前

    55. I Need To Think About It

    🎙 Episode 55 – I Need To Think About It In this episode of The Practice Builders Podcast, Dr. Vince Leone and Dr. Kyle Pankonin tackle the four words every decompression doc dreads at the end of a strong ROF: "I need to think about it." It's rarely a real maybe — it's a soft no from a patient who hasn't reached enough certainty to commit. This episode breaks down why patients hesitate, how to prevent the objection before it surfaces, and exactly what to say when it does. You'll learn: Why "I need to think about it" is almost always a polite no — and why most of those patients never come back without proactive follow-upThe five root reasons patients hesitate, from not understanding the condition to not yet trusting youHow plain-English analogies — the dried-up sponge, the ice cream sandwich, the stepped-on garden hose — build the understanding that drives a yesWhy tracking your own success rate gives you the confidence and hard data to lay a patient's fear of failure to restThe exact language to uncover the real objection — "while you're here, what specifically do you need to think about?" — and why going quiet after is the whole moveHow to close the loop with take-home materials and a scheduled next appointment instead of letting an undecided patient drift awayA must-listen for any doc playing in the deep end of high-value cash services — because the difference between 2 starts a month and 6 often isn't your treatment. It's what you do in the 10 minutes of objections that follow the plan. 🎧 Tune in and learn how to turn "let me think about it" into "let's get started" — because patients buy hope, certainty, and a clear path back to their lives.

    39分
  2. 54. Red Flags That Tell You a Patient Is Not a Good Candidate for Spinal Decompression

    6月26日

    54. Red Flags That Tell You a Patient Is Not a Good Candidate for Spinal Decompression

    🎙 Episode 54 – Red Flags That Tell You a Patient Is Not a Good Candidate for Spinal Decompression In this episode of The Practice Builders Podcast, Dr. Pankonin breaks down six major red flags doctors should watch for when selecting spinal decompression patients. Successful decompression starts with proper patient selection. An MRI may show disc degeneration, bulges, or stenosis, but that does not automatically mean the patient is a good candidate. The MRI must match the patient’s symptoms, history, and exam findings. He also discuss why doctors need to set realistic expectations, screen for psychological and compliance barriers, and look at the bigger picture when patients have significant comorbidities like obesity, smoking, poor conditioning, or lifestyle factors that may limit results. Key topics include: Why the MRI must clinically correlate with the patient’s symptomsWhen severe multi-level central stenosis may limit decompression outcomesHow fear-avoidance, disability mindset, anxiety, or depression can affect resultsWhy “miracle seekers” often become disappointed patientsHow poor compliance can sabotage a 24-visit decompression planWhy comorbidities and lifestyle factors must be addressed before or during careThe big takeaway: not every patient with a bad MRI is a decompression candidate. The goal is to identify the right patients, set clear expectations, and create the best possible chance for a successful outcome. Doctors should define success around meaningful improvement, such as at least 50% pain reduction and better function, rather than promising to “fix” or “cure” the condition. 🎧 Listen now on your favorite platform!

    26分
  3. 53. How To Explain Disc Injuries So Patients Actually Understand

    6月15日

    53. How To Explain Disc Injuries So Patients Actually Understand

    🎙 Episode 53 – How To Explain Disc Injuries So Patients Actually Understand In this episode of The Practice Builders Podcast, Dr. Kyle Pankonin tackles the real reason patients walk away from disc treatment — and it's not cost or fear. It's confusion. When you bury a diagnosis under terms like "annular tear" and "foraminal stenosis," patients can't say yes to something they don't understand. This episode hands you a plain-English analogy toolkit that turns complex disc injuries into something any patient can grasp in seconds. You'll learn: Why technical jargon — not price or fear — is the hidden conversion killer in your report of findings, and how to dismantle itThe four questions every patient is silently asking, and how to answer all of them before they ever have to askThe full analogy toolkit — Jelly Donut, Sponge, Ice Cream Sandwich, Tire, and Garden Hose — and exactly what each one explains, from annular tears to nerve impingementHow to draw a straight line from each analogy to decompression, so the treatment becomes the obvious solution instead of an upsellThe three differentiators that make patients say "no doctor's ever done that before" — and why clear communication sits at the center of themHow dialing in your explanation can lift conversion from a typical 40–50% all the way to 70–80%, helping more people avoid surgeryThis is a must-listen for any decompression doc whose great clinical work isn't translating into accepted care — because the gap usually isn't your skill. It's the moment between the diagnosis and the patient's understanding of it. 🎧 Tune in and learn how to make every disc injury make sense to your patients — because confident patients say yes, and confused patients say "let me think about it."

    23分
  4. 52. How to Choose Patients for Decompression

    6月1日

    52. How to Choose Patients for Decompression

    🎙 Episode 52 – How to Choose Patients for Decompression In this episode of The Practice Builders Podcast, Dr. Vince Leone and Dr. Kyle Pankonin break down how to identify the spine pain patients most likely to accept care, comply with treatment, and get the best outcomes — so you stop offering the wrong plan to the wrong patient. You'll learn: Why offering full decompression programs to every back or neck pain patient tanks your conversion rate — and what to do insteadHow to spot the clinical hallmarks of a true full-program candidate, including chronic disc, radiculopathy, and positional pain patternsWhy not every good clinical candidate is a good practice candidate — and how poor selection affects your team and your entire patient baseHow the "singles and doubles" framework fills your decompression schedule with mild-to-moderate cases and keeps your table running full timeThe red flags, contraindications, and behavioral warning signs that should disqualify a patient before you ever make a recommendationWhy categorizing every new spine patient into the right "bucket" from day one increases acceptance, improves compliance, and eliminates plan mismatchesThis is a must-listen for any decompression doc frustrated with low conversions — because the fix usually isn't your marketing. It's your selection process. 🎧 Tune in and learn how to match the right patient to the right plan every time — because when your selection is dialed in, your decompression program grows faster and runs smoother.

    25分
  5. 51. The Decompression Flywheel

    5月29日

    51. The Decompression Flywheel

    🎙 Episode 51 – The Decompression Flywheel In this episode of The Practice Builders Podcast, Dr. Vince Leone breaks down the Decompression Flywheel — an 8-stage framework that helps chiropractors stop guessing, find the real bottleneck in their decompression growth, and fix it fast. You'll learn: Why most doctors assume they have a lead problem — and why the real bottleneck is almost always somewhere else in the patient journeyHow to track the 6 core numbers that reveal exactly where your growth is stalling every single monthWhy 90 days of data is all you need to accurately diagnose your biggest constraint and stop wasting time fixing the wrong thingHow building a staff-driven, team-equipped practice reduces your dependence on you — and makes decompression actually scalableWhy your existing patients, new patient flow, and past patient base are your three most powerful (and most underused) growth assetsHow clarity and confidence in the consultation and ROF convert more patients than any script ever willWhy capturing patient proof on camera fuels both your marketing and your team's moraleThe one rule that separates sustainable growth from burnout: scale the system only once the system is stableThis is a must-listen for any chiropractor actively offering decompression who feels like growth has stalled — and wants a clear, honest look at what's really holding them back. 🎧 Tune in and walk through each stage of the flywheel — because once you find your bottleneck and fix it, the whole system starts spinning in your favor.

    25分
  6. 50. Million Dollar Practice Habits

    5月18日

    50. Million Dollar Practice Habits

    🎙 Episode 50 – Million Dollar Practice Habits In this episode of The Practice Builders Podcast, Dr. Vince Leone and Dr. Kyle Pankonin break down the 7 non-negotiable habits that separate million dollar chiropractic practices from the rest — and how any doctor can start building them today. You'll learn: Why thinking like a CEO — knowing your numbers, planning strategically, and dreaming bigger — is the foundation of every million dollar practiceHow to create a wow patient experience that drives referrals, increases case acceptance, and justifies premium care plan pricingWhy selling outcomes instead of visits is the single biggest shift you can make in your patient conversationsHow protecting your time and energy as the practice owner directly impacts your ability to growWhy building and inspiring a team around you is non-negotiable — and how to get staff to see their work as a calling, not just a jobHow to market consistently and emotionally detached through the peaks and valleys — and why most doctors quit too soonWhy the doctors hitting $1M+ never stop learning, and how coaching, seminars, and masterminds shortcut your path to successThis is a must-listen for any chiropractor ready to stop coasting and start installing the habits that compound into a thriving, staff-run, million dollar practice. 🎧 Tune in and discover which habit to start with this quarter — and how small, consistent improvements snowball into the practice you've always envisioned.

    34分
  7. 49. Why Decompression Patients Buy Outcomes, Not Visits

    5月11日

    49. Why Decompression Patients Buy Outcomes, Not Visits

    🎙 Episode 49 – Why Decompression Patients Buy Outcomes, Not Visits In this solo episode of The Practice Builders Podcast, Dr. Kyle Pankonin reveals one of the most powerful shifts a decompression practice can make — moving from selling visits to selling life-changing outcomes. You'll learn: Why patients don't buy decompression visits — they buy the possibility of getting their life backHow emotional drivers like fear of surgery and loss of identity outweigh clinical findings in patient decision-makingHow to reframe your messaging from pain relief to functional restoration and quality-of-life outcomesWhy positioning decompression as a non-surgical alternative changes how patients receive your recommendationHow to use the 50% Rule to set realistic expectations that lead to higher patient satisfactionWhat to focus on during your Report of Findings — and why possibility matters more than diagnosisThis is a must-listen for any decompression doctor who wants stronger conversions, deeper patient relationships, and a communication framework that truly resonates. 🎧 Tune in and learn how to stop selling treatments — and start selling the life your patients are desperate to get back.

    27分
  8. 48. Analysis of a $30,000 Day with Spinal Decompression

    5月4日

    48. Analysis of a $30,000 Day with Spinal Decompression

    What does it actually take to go from a $30K/month, insurance-heavy practice… to $112K in a single month? In this episode of The Practice Builders Podcast, Dr. Vince sits down with Dr. Vini Cornejo to break down the real story behind his growth. Two years ago, Dr. Vini was stuck. He had a decompression table, some outside guidance, and the same problem most doctors face… no real traction. Fast forward to today: He just hit $112,000 in a single month… including a $30,000 day. Inside this conversation, we unpack what actually changed: The shift from generalist to specialist How his clinical confidence completely transformed his conversions What it really takes to handle 9 new patients in a single day Why implementation—not information—is the difference-maker This isn’t theory. It’s what it looks like when the right systems, skills, and mindset come together. If you're a chiropractor looking to grow a serious decompression practice, this episode will give you a clear picture of what’s possible—and what it actually takes to get there. Learn more about the Decompression Accelerator here: 👉 https://www.decompressionaccelerator.com

    22分
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番組について

Welcome to the Practice Builders podcast, the show where innovation meets strategy for growing thriving chiropractic clinics presented by Specialized Practice and hosted by Dr. Vince Leone and Dr. Kyle Pankonin. They're here to share proven tactics to help you build cash-based revenue streams, maximize staff driven services, and reduce reliance on insurance.

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  • クリエイター
    Dr. Vince Leone and Dr. Kyle Pankonin
  • 配信期間
    25年 - 26年
  • エピソード
    55
  • 制限指定
    不適切な内容を含まない
  • Copyright
    © Dr. Vince Leone and Dr. Kyle Pankonin
  • 番組のWebサイト
    The Practice Builders

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