Going into solo private practice is both rewarding and challenging, a journey with

obstacles that are unique to each surgeon and their individual experience.

• Learn from practicing plastic surgeons what inspired them to start a practice, their

greatest challenges, the most rewarding part of owning a practice, and their

advice to other surgeons.

• Hear words of wisdom from spouses of surgeons, their role in the new practice, and

what they’ve learned about themselves, business, and their marriage along the

way, and their advice to surgeons and spouses who are on this journey.

• Discover from experienced managers and consultants the logistics of starting a

practice, building a team, and creating a culture of success.

This course is designed for surgeons, spouses, and managers who are involved in starting a

private practice.

9:45-10:00 Top 10 things you need to know when starting a private practice

Amy Anderson, MBA

10:00-10:20 The journey from academics to solo private practice

Sidhbh Gallagher, MD – Miami, FL

10:20-10:40 The journey from employed associate to solo private practice

Dan Krochmal, MD, FACS – Oakbrook, IL

10:40-11:20 The journey from corporate private practice to solo private practice

Andre Marshall, MD, FACS – Beverly Hills, CA

Stanley Ogu, MD – Sugar Land, TX

11:20-11:40 The journey from hospital supported to solo private practice

Ryan Diederich, MD – Glen Carbon, IL

11:40-12:00 The journey from fellowship to solo private practice

Stephenie Poris, MD – Orlando, FL

12:00-12:30 Q&A – Real, honest answers to your burning questions about

starting and managing a practice

Sidhbh Gallagher MD