Visionary Practice Solutions Podcast

Dr. Sarah
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Tune in to our podcast, where we help private practice owners and physicians thrive. Explore expert tips on practice management, business growth, and boosting revenue. Learn proven strategies from industry leaders to build a successful healthcare practice. Subscribe for new episodes!

  1. Yellow Brick Road vs. The Garden: Reinventing Neurology Outside Insurance

    2d ago

    Yellow Brick Road vs. The Garden: Reinventing Neurology Outside Insurance

    What happens when the traditional healthcare model no longer aligns with the physician you want to be? In this episode, Dr. Sarah sits down with Dr. Ashanti Gajaweera to discuss her transition from a successful insurance-based neurology practice to launching Healthspan Neurology, a direct-pay practice focused on dementia prevention and cognitive longevity. Together, they explore physician burnout, the challenges of leaving established referral networks, the importance of creating a mission-driven practice, and the lessons learned from building a business outside the traditional healthcare system. Whether you're considering a practice transition or looking to create a career that better reflects your values, this conversation offers insight, encouragement, and practical wisdom. About Dr. Ashanthi Gajaweera Dr. Ashanthi Gajaweera is a board-certified neurologist and the founder and CEO of Healthspan Neurology, a direct-pay practice dedicated to helping patients take control of their dementia risk through advanced diagnostics, preventive strategies, and personalized care. With more than 25 years of clinical experience and 15 years as a managing partner in private practice, she has developed a passion for preventive medicine, cognitive longevity, and empowering patients to take an active role in their health. Through Healthspan Neurology, Dr. Gajaweera is redefining neurological care by combining evidence-based medicine with a proactive approach to brain health and aging. Connect with Dr. Ashanthi Gajaweera Instagram: @dr.gajaweera Website: www.healthspanneurology.com

    33 min
  2. From High Income to True Wealth: The Financial Shifts Every Physician Needs to Make

    Jun 21

    From High Income to True Wealth: The Financial Shifts Every Physician Needs to Make

    Is being debt-free enough to achieve financial freedom? In this episode, Dr. Sarah sits down with Dr. Latifat Akintade to discuss the mindset shifts physicians need to move beyond simply earning a high income and start building lasting wealth. Together, they explore productive versus unhelpful debt, why high achievers often struggle with wealth building, the importance of taking action before you feel ready, and how physicians can achieve financial freedom through intentional asset building and smart financial decisions. Whether you're paying off debt, growing a private practice, or looking to take control of your financial future, this conversation offers practical insights to help you build wealth with confidence. About Dr. Latifat Akintade Dr. Latifat Akintade is a board-certified gastroenterologist and the founder of MoneyFitMD and The Money Coaching School for Women Physicians. She is the host of the MoneyFitMD Podcast and the author of the Amazon best-selling books Done With Broke and The Power to Choose. Combining her expertise in medicine, personal finance, and life coaching, Dr. Latifat helps women physicians build wealth, eliminate financial stress, and create lives aligned with their goals and values. She is an internationally sought-after speaker known for making complex financial concepts approachable, actionable, and shame-free. Connect with Dr. Latifat Akintade Website: https://moneyfitmd.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneyfitmd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moneyfitmd Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/moneyfitmd-podcast/id1513734266 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MoneyFitMD

    50 min
  3. The Future of Private Practice: Independence, Innovation, and Diversification

    Jun 7

    The Future of Private Practice: Independence, Innovation, and Diversification

    In this episode, Dr. Sarah sits down with Dr. Nicole Graf Freels to discuss the realities of modern private practice ownership, innovative approaches to practice growth, physician entrepreneurship, and strategies for building a sustainable healthcare business in today's changing landscape. About the Guest: Dr. Nicole Graf Freels, DPM, FACPM, CPRM, C.Ped, is the Founder and CEO of Lexington Podiatry, Foot & Ankle Specialists. She is a quadruple board-certified podiatrist, Global Director of Podiatry at MedBridge Global, Associate Professor at the University of Kentucky, founder of Modern Podiatrist, and co-founder of ToeTactics, an MSO and consulting platform that helps independent practices improve operations, diversify revenue, and reduce physician burnout.

    46 min
  4. More Than Medicine: How One OB-GYN Turned Expertise into a Platform and Brand

    Apr 28

    More Than Medicine: How One OB-GYN Turned Expertise into a Platform and Brand

    What does it really look like to rebuild your career in medicine after failure and create a practice that actually aligns with your life? In this episode, Dr. Sarah Neitzel sits down with Dr. Sadaf Lodhi, a board-certified OB-GYN and founder of Femme Vie Health, to explore her journey from traditional employment to private practice, and how she practices today. From closing her first clinic to launching a concierge model focused on menopause and sexual health, this conversation highlights the realities of pivoting in medicine. Dr. Lodhi also shares how she has expanded her impact beyond patient care through her podcast and TEDx talk, using her voice to educate on topics often overlooked in healthcare. About the Guest: Dr. Sadaf Lodhi, DO is a board-certified OB-GYN and Founder of Femme Vie Health, a concierge gynecology practice in New York, with telehealth services in Michigan. She specializes in menopause, sexual health, and intimacy coaching, and is a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner and ISSWSH Fellow. Beyond clinical care, she is the host of The Muslim Sex Podcast, a TEDx speaker, and an advocate for women’s midlife health and education. Resources: Website: www.femmeviehealth.com Podcast: The Muslim Sex Podcast Instagram & TikTok: @drsadafobgyn

    41 min
  5. Growing Your Path in Academic Medicine

    Apr 12

    Growing Your Path in Academic Medicine

    What does it really look like to build a career in academic medicine and how do you know if it’s the right path for you? In this episode, Dr. Sarah Neitzel sits down with Dr. Stacey Ishman, a triple board-certified otolaryngologist and sleep medicine physician, to explore the realities of academic medicine. From career transitions and leadership challenges to coaching and personal alignment, this conversation offers a practical look at how physicians can grow with intention. Dr. Ishman shares her journey from academic medicine to coaching, the lessons she learned along the way, and how she now helps physicians and departments improve performance, leadership, and career satisfaction. About the Guest: Stacey Ishman, MD, MPH is an academic career coach and Founder of Academic Medicine Strategy Group. She helps physicians and departments improve time management, promotion strategy, and leadership development. She is a triple board-certified otolaryngologist and sleep medicine physician, former Full Professor at the University of Cincinnati, and currently serves as Market Chief Medical Officer for AmeriHealth Caritas Ohio. She has authored 225+ research papers and 20 book chapters. Resources: Academic Medicine Strategy Group: www.amedsg.com

    27 min
  6. Leveraging Community: The Genius Strategy for a 700+ Share Practice Launch

    12/08/2025

    Leveraging Community: The Genius Strategy for a 700+ Share Practice Launch

    Ready to leave burnout behind and build a medical career on your own terms? Join us as we interview Dr. Brittany Anderson, a board-certified Family Medicine physician and multi-business owner and the founder of Anderson Family Care in rural Alabama, a successful practice she launched in 2022, after planning her entire practice blueprint during a pivotal retreat her first act of ownership; in this episode, you will learn her CEO Shift, which guides your mindset from employee to CEO to create dedicated time to work on your business, and her Instant Patient Panel, a genius, community-focused marketing strategy that filled her books from day one. Connect with Dr. Anderson: Podcast: Physicians Hanging a Shingle | Website: hangingashingle.com Podcast: Headed to Healthier | Website: headedtohealthier.com 2026 Planner: healthierplanner.com

    50 min
  7. Reclaiming Medicine: One Surgeon’s Leap from the System to Direct Care

    10/21/2025

    Reclaiming Medicine: One Surgeon’s Leap from the System to Direct Care

    In this inspiring episode, Dr. Sarah Neitzel sits down with Dr. Demetrio Aguila III, MD, MA, FACS, a world-renowned peripheral nerve surgeon and founder of the groundbreaking M25 Program. Dr. Aguila shares his remarkable journey from the constraints of traditional healthcare to building a faith-driven, transparent, and patient-centered direct care model. Discover how his innovative approach is transforming access to specialty care, restoring physician autonomy, and redefining what it means to practice medicine with purpose. About Dr. Demetrio J. Aguila III, MD, MA, FACS Dr. Aguila is a diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology, specializing in peripheral nerve surgery, chronic pain management, and reconstructive microsurgery. He serves as CEO and President of Healing Hands of Nebraska and is the founder of Healing Hands of America, the nonprofit behind the revolutionary M25 Program, which helps patients access care without medical debt, a mission recently featured on CNN’s Champions for Change. A founding member of the International Surgical Society for Nerve-Induced Pain, Dr. Aguila is also active in several medical and professional associations, including the American Society for Peripheral Nerve, American Society of Pain and Neuroscience, and the Catholic Medical Association.

    1h 3m
  8. Leaving the Insurance Grind: A Surgeon’s Shift to Hybrid Concierge Practice

    04/21/2025

    Leaving the Insurance Grind: A Surgeon’s Shift to Hybrid Concierge Practice

    In this episode, Dr. Helene Nguyen—board-certified podiatric surgeon and founder of Feet ‘N Beyond of New Jersey—discusses her transition from an insurance-heavy practice to a hybrid concierge model. She shares how the traditional model led to burnout, emotional strain, and compromised patient care, and how shifting to a more intentional, patient-focused approach allowed her to regain control of her time, finances, and professional fulfillment. Dr. Nguyen offers practical advice for physicians considering a similar transition, including how to navigate the fear of losing patients, improve cash flow, and deliver higher-value care. From overcoming initial challenges to embracing a mindset focused on quality over quantity, her story is both inspiring and informative for those looking to build a sustainable and impactful private practice. You’ll walk away with real, actionable insights to help you figure out which practice model actually works best for your goals, your vibe, and the way you want to live and work. To connect with Dr. Helene Nguyen, you may reach her via email at drhelene@footdocnj.com or send a direct message through her professional Instagram account: @drhtn188

    1h 11m
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