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BootstrapMD - Physician Entrepreneurs Podcast with Dr. Mike Woo-Ming

BootstrapMD - Physician Entrepreneurs Podcast with Dr. Mike Woo-Ming

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 BootstrapMD -A podcast for doctors and physician entrepreneurs who want to learn to increase their financial worth and bring balance to your work life. We discuss building side businesses, investment opportunities, and how to live life on your own terms. Forge your own path, by leveraging your current knowledge to educate others.2018 MWM Holding Economics Hygiene & Healthy Living Leadership Management & Leadership Physical Illness & Disease
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  • EP339: From Burnout to Ownership: Dr. Brittany Anderson's Journey to Building a Thriving Private Practice

    EP339: From Burnout to Ownership: Dr. Brittany Anderson's Journey to Building a Thriving Private Practice
    Apr 1 2026

    What if the medicine you dreamed of practicing in medical school could only happen outside of traditional employment?

    In this inspiring episode of Bootstrap MD, host Mike sits down with Dr. Brittany Anderson, as she opens up about how she left a draining job, started her own independent family medicine practice in Alabama, and grew it to seven figures in just three years, while working fewer clinical days.

    After a soul-searching week on a beach in Honolulu, she wrote her resignation letter and built a business plan for her own practice. Three years later, her insurance-based family medicine practice has grown rapidly: she's added a PA and another physician, moved into a larger "dream clinic," crossed the seven-figure revenue mark, and now sees patients only three and a half days a week.

    Dr. Anderson shares practical lessons on starting strong; aggressive social media and boots-on-the-ground community marketing that filled her schedule from day one, the importance of understanding employment contracts and non-competes, building the right team and culture, and separating "physician time" from "owner time." She also discusses common missteps, like over-planning rigid workflows, rushing staff onboarding, and hiring the wrong biller early on.

    Most importantly, she challenges the myth that private practice is dead or unprofitable, showing that with the right mindset and execution, independent practice can offer more income, autonomy, and joy than traditional employment.

    Three Actionable Takeaways:

    • Review your contract thoroughly before resigning: Know your notice period, tail coverage, and any non-compete clauses, especially important since they are not enforceable in every state like Alabama.

    • Market aggressively from day one: Combine strong social media launches with boots-on-the-ground networking in the local community to build a full patient panel quickly.

    • Separate physician time from owner time: Block dedicated administrative time to work on your practice (reviewing finances, KPIs, casting vision) instead of just working in it putting out fires.

    About the Show:

    Bootstrap MD is the ultimate podcast for physician entrepreneurs looking to escape traditional healthcare and control their financial futures. Hosted by Dr. Mike Woo-Ming, a successful physician, entrepreneur, and investor, the show delivers actionable insights on starting businesses, creating passive income, and navigating healthcare entrepreneurship. Featuring interviews with industry leaders, physicians, and experts in telemedicine and digital health, it's your guide to building a profitable, fulfilling career.

    Tune in weekly at http://bootstrapmd.com

    About the Guest:

    Dr. Brittany Anderson is a board-certified family medicine physician and owner of a successful independent practice in Alabama. She is the host of the Physicians Hanging a Shingle podcast and helps other physicians transition from employment to ownership through coaching, speaking, and resources.

    Connect with Dr. Brittany Anderson:

    Podcast: Physicians Hanging a Shingle

    Website: hangingashingle.com

    Offers: Free Private Practice Startup Checklist: hangingashingle.com/checklist

    About the Host:

    Dr. Mike Woo-Ming has over 20 years of experience as a physician entrepreneur. He's built and sold multiple seven-figure companies and now leads Executive Medical, a group of clinics specializing in age management and aesthetics. Through BootstrapMD, he mentors physicians in business, content creation, and autonomy.

    Let's Connect: www.https://www.bootstrapmd.com

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    32 mins
  • EP338: The AI Scribe Revolution

    EP338: The AI Scribe Revolution
    Mar 25 2026
    Tired of coming home exhausted only to spend hours charting after the kids are in bed? You're not alone. In this episode of Bootstrap MD, host Dr. Mike Woo-Ming opens up about the pajama time reality that plagues so many physicians, those late-night documentation sessions that steal evenings, family time, and peace of mind. He shares how, despite promises from EHRs and dictation tools over the years, the administrative burden has only shifted, not disappeared until ambient AI scribes changed the game for him. Dr. Woo-Ming explains exactly what ambient AI scribes are: tools that passively listen to natural patient conversations (not rigid dictation), understand clinical context, and generate structured SOAP notes, progress notes, or whatever your workflow needs often in seconds. Unlike old-school transcription, ambient AI captures messy, real-world encounters while you're fully present with the patient, making eye contact and listening without typing. He breaks down the real ROI in three layers: Time: Studies show 50-75% reductions in documentation time, often saving over 2 hours daily and slashing after-hours "pajama time" by 70-78% in some evaluations translating to hundreds of reclaimed hours per year for sleep, family, exercise, or building your side venture. Revenue: More complete, accurate notes capture complexity better, leading to improved (not upcoded) coding and potential gains like $1,300–$3,200 net per provider per month after costs, or modest RVU increases (e.g., 5.8% in recent research) that add thousands annually. Human factor: Burnout drops significantly. Some studies show reductions from ~52% to ~39% in just 30-90 days, restoring joy and presence in medicine. Dr. Woo-Ming covers practical starting points, popular standalone options, key risks, and a straightforward 5-step implementation plan to pilot without chaos. This isn't hype, it's a tool already transforming practices in 2026. By prioritizing presence over paperwork, physicians can reclaim evenings, reduce burnout, and even free up energy for entrepreneurship. Stop typing your life away—try ambient AI and see the difference. Three Actionable Takeaways: Check Your EMR First for Built-In Ambient AI: Contact your EHR support (Epic, Athenahealth, etc.) today ask if ambient AI scribe or note-generation is available and how to enable it. Many systems now include it at no extra cost or as a simple toggle. If it's there, activate and test on a few visits before exploring standalone tools this saves setup time and leverages existing HIPAA compliance. Run a Low-Risk 30-Day Personal Pilot: Pick one tool (start with your EMR's if available, or trial Abridge, Suki, DeepScribe most offer free trials). Use it for 10-20 patient encounters: record consent verbally ("I'm using an AI assistant for documentation is that okay?"), generate the note, spend extra 5-10 minutes reviewing/editing in week one. Track your after-hours charting time before and after aim to cut pajama time by at least 50% and note any burnout or presence improvements. Build Safe Consent & Review Habits from Day One: Create a simple script and one-line chart note: "Patient informed of AI documentation assistance and gave verbal consent." Always treat AI output like a draft from a trainee review every section for accuracy, omissions, or hallucinations. In month one, budget review time intentionally; it drops as the tool learns your style. Monitor coding use suggestions as a guide but apply your judgment to ensure medical necessity and avoid audit risks. About the Show: Bootstrap MD is the ultimate podcast for physician entrepreneurs looking to escape traditional healthcare and control their financial futures. Hosted by Dr. Mike Woo-Ming, a successful physician, entrepreneur, and investor, the show delivers actionable insights on starting businesses, creating passive income, and navigating healthcare entrepreneurship. Featuring interviews with industry leaders, physicians, and experts in telemedicine and digital health, it's your guide to building a profitable, fulfilling career. Tune in weekly at http://bootstrapmd.com About the Host: Dr. Mike Woo-Ming has over 20 years of experience as a physician entrepreneur. He's built and sold multiple seven-figure companies and now leads Executive Medical, a group of clinics specializing in age management and aesthetics. Through BootstrapMD, he mentors physicians in business, content creation, and autonomy. Let's Connect: www.https://www.bootstrapmd.com Want to start a podcast? Check out the Doctor Podcast Network!
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    19 mins
  • EP337: How Doctors Are Monetizing Their Expertise in the Creator Economy

    EP337: How Doctors Are Monetizing Their Expertise in the Creator Economy
    Mar 18 2026



    In this episode, Dr. Mike Woo-Ming explores the creator economy's potential for physicians seeking wealth and autonomy. He discusses leveraging platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Substack to monetize expertise through content creation. Dr. Woo-Ming shares success stories, actionable strategies, and common pitfalls, emphasizing a business mindset.

    Three Actionable Takeaways:

    • Clarify Your Why: Clearly define your purpose before creating any content—education, audience growth, business building, or personal fulfillment.

    • Focus on One Platform: Choose one content channel that suits your strengths, and stay consistent to avoid creator burnout and confusion.

    • Monetize Smart: Don't rely solely on ad revenue—offer products, services, coaching, or digital downloads to generate sustainable income.

    About the Show:

    Bootstrap MD is the ultimate podcast for physician entrepreneurs looking to escape traditional healthcare and control their financial futures. Hosted by Dr. Mike Woo-Ming, a successful physician, entrepreneur, and investor, the show delivers actionable insights on starting businesses, creating passive income, and navigating healthcare entrepreneurship. Featuring interviews with industry leaders, physicians, and experts in telemedicine and digital health, it's your guide to building a profitable, fulfilling career. Tune in weekly at BootstrapMD.com.

    About the Host:

    Dr. Mike Woo-Ming, with over 20 years as a physician entrepreneur, has built and sold two seven-figure companies in online marketing and lead software. He runs multiple medical clinics specializing in age management, weight loss, and aesthetics, and is CEO of Executive Medical. Through BootstrapMD, he empowers physicians with coaching, courses, and events. He authored The Positioned Physician: Earn More, Work Smart, Love Medicine Again, available on Amazon.

    Let's Connect: www.bootstrapmd.com

    Want to start a podcast? Check out Doctor Podcast Network.
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    16 mins
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