By Erica Pero As we look forward to a new year, you might be thinking about growing your business by purchasing another practice. While every “deal” is different, here are a few lessons I’ve learned along the way that will help maximize your purchasing power and reduce headaches: 1 Figure out your financing first. There’s nothing worse than signing a Letter of … [Read more...] about Strategy 101: Buying a Medical Practice… What No One Else Will Tell You
Novel Treatments in Lung Cancer See Expanded Use
By Graham T. Watson, MD, Virginia Oncology Associates Quickly expanding knowledge of cancer biology has led to new, highly effective treatments for patients with non-small cell lung cancer. Advances in genetics have brought about targeted therapy with drugs that “target” a specific driver mutation. With deeper understanding of the immune system’s interaction with … [Read more...] about Novel Treatments in Lung Cancer See Expanded Use
Maneuvering Through an Unpredictable Market
Review how to better prepare your portfolio for a downturn – and how to take advantage of one if it occurs. Market volatility is an inevitable part of investing. It’s understandable that tumultuous times will likely trigger emotional responses to match. Remember, it’s important to take a deep breath, pick up the phone and talk to a trusted advisor – one who has … [Read more...] about Maneuvering Through an Unpredictable Market
A Call for Education on Opioid Prescription
By Scott Bradley, MD A growing fear of prescribing opioid painkillers has, unfortunately, also had a negative impact on chronic pain patients who truly need these medications to function. To ensure that opioids remain in our toolbox for the right patients, physicians of all specialties must fully educate themselves on current federal and state regulations, and learn how … [Read more...] about A Call for Education on Opioid Prescription
Educating Patients on the Game-Changing Improvements in Total Hip Replacements
By Anthony M. Bevilacqua, DO Many patients who would benefit from a total hip replacement are still unaware of how much the surgery has changed in recent years. The continuous evolution of less invasive surgical techniques and safer, more durable implants has increased the benefits of this procedure both for younger, more active patients and the traditional older population … [Read more...] about Educating Patients on the Game-Changing Improvements in Total Hip Replacements
