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Is 2023 the Right Year to Open a Practice?
DoctorDemographics Podcast - December 28, 2022 18:10 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsWe've been getting a lot of questions on whether or not 2023 will be a good year to open a practice. The answer is, as it often is, it depends. In this episode, Scott McDonald goes through what signs to look for in a particular area to know if it is good time or not for that location.
Hot Areas for New Practices in the West
DoctorDemographics Podcast - December 07, 2022 13:23 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsI have not been publishing episodes on where to put a practice lately. But in my research, I have found two states that I have not discussed for a while that might be very promising given their favorable demographic character and extreme growth. If someone was to ask me what are the two places ...
The Realigning of America - Doctor Demographics
DoctorDemographics Podcast - November 29, 2022 20:38 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsI had a little BrainStorm Session with my Demographic Colleagues about the Mid-Term Election. Most of us came to the same General Observations. One of the big takeaways is that experts should really be cautious about claiming to know a great deal about the future of demographics in the U.S., we ...
Urban, Rural, and Suburban Practice Sites. What works for YOU? - Doctor Demographics
DoctorDemographics Podcast - November 16, 2022 13:34 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsThis episode has so much detail, we do not have a "Short Version." I had to be complete. I define the differences between these types of sites. In a nutshell, it is important to make the distinction early on that it is more than population size and growth rate. The rural sites are not necessar...
BEWARE Amateur Demographics
DoctorDemographics Podcast - November 09, 2022 17:39 - 15 minutes - Video ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsThese episodes represent a word of caution regarding your source of demographic information on data and analysis. There are lots of amateur demographers who have entered the field recently. True, they may be well-meaning. These "newbies" are usually getting rehashed" data from a source within th...
Niche Practice Locations
DoctorDemographics Podcast - November 02, 2022 13:02 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsAs spaces for ideal practices become more difficult to locate (not to mention more crowded and expensive) finding a place that will serve all patient-bases is a growing challenge. Rather than locate the perfect place, doctors are encouraged to create practices that will meet the needs of more "...
Big Lies About Competition Ratios
DoctorDemographics Podcast - October 12, 2022 12:31 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsWhen examining the viability of a practice site, it is important to know how many competing providers (doctors) and practices there are. That much seems obvious. But we also have to acknowledge who the REAL competitors are within a practice area. In the case of healthcare, you should be aware t...
Is Practicing in Southern California a Dead Option?
DoctorDemographics Podcast - August 23, 2022 11:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsSeveral Clients have mentioned that Southern California is not looking so good as the place to purchase or to start-up a practice. Back "in the day," growth (and glamour) seemed eternal in the five mega-counties found in the area (Orange, San Diego, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Los Angeles Cou...
Is New York City a Viable Option for Doctors?
DoctorDemographics Podcast - August 09, 2022 11:39 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsWe have been asked about the viability of New York City as a place to practice for a long time. We thought this might be a good time to clear the air and make a definitive statement on it right now. As the nation's largest city, it is certainly a viable option. Still, the City is losing (a littl...
Demographics and Politics Part 2
DoctorDemographics Podcast - August 02, 2022 12:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsThis is the second episode of the Politics and Demographics podcast. Last week, we discussed the implications of how the Mid-Term Elections are going to affect doctors. Our theme was on the House of Representatives (Congress) and some of the changes that are likely to occur. This week w...
Demographics and Politics Part 1
DoctorDemographics Podcast - July 25, 2022 22:55 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsIn this episode, I discuss the specific aspects of demographics that are causing all the craziness. And it is worth considering in some detail how folks seem to want to look at politics as a "blood sport." No, I don't discuss much the morality of choosing one side or another. Assigning blame is ...
Practice Strategy for Race and Ethnicity
DoctorDemographics Podcast - July 18, 2022 22:30 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsIn this episode, we have taken a deep dive into two concepts that will determine your future practice success or failure. Please understand: They are not mutually exclusive. Rather, they are factors of potential that doctors must understand. Many people (including doctors and practice owners) ...
The Hispanic Switcheroo
DoctorDemographics Podcast - July 12, 2022 15:09 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsI only wish there was sufficient time to discuss all I have learned about the Hispanic population in a single episode. Nevertheless, I have created a long and short offering about Hispanics that will provide a little insight into these important groups of people. Not a day goes by that we don't ...
Trends This Summer Doctors Should Know
DoctorDemographics Podcast - June 28, 2022 19:47 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsDuring the course of my work I read many articles and journals that apply to healthcare practice demographics. Much of the time, demographers form a consensus on the big picture. Often, these analysts and researchers can come to disagreements in their conclusions. You would expect nothing less...
Population Winners and Losers (and why)
DoctorDemographics Podcast - June 21, 2022 10:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsIn the last couple of weeks, I have been asked by subscribers to the Podcast for the locations that are winning and losing population. Rather than break them down by states, I have looked at the Metropolitan Areas that the U.S. Census Bureau has identified as those that are likely to grow or shr...
Practice Locations with Promise for 2023
DoctorDemographics Podcast - June 08, 2022 16:10 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsLast week, we reviewed the "Places with the Kiss of Death."These are locations that I am strongly suggesting you NOT consider a start-up practice or a practice purchase. My reasoning is based upon the fact that their demographics are not looking particularly promising. This week, we are looki...
Kiss of Death Practice Locations for 2023
DoctorDemographics Podcast - June 01, 2022 16:08 - 40 minutes - Video ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsEvery year, we publish a list of the sites that are "Risky." We call these areas the "Kiss of Death" Sites. If you are considering one for purchase or a start-up, we want you to think twice. The factors that make these locations less-than-desirable, change each year. For example, in recent yea...
Pinpointing the Perfect Practice Location
DoctorDemographics Podcast - May 18, 2022 22:38 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsIt has been true for a long time that brokers, realtors, and even demographers have considered only a very narrow number of factors in determining practice site viability. Traditionally, this may have been due to a misunderstanding of how to interpret the available data. We knew, for example, ...
Marketing Your Practice in Today's Economy
DoctorDemographics Podcast - May 11, 2022 21:42 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsI believe (as many researchers do) that we are heading for an economic downturn soon. The only way to thrive during these times is to get the research and then make a plan and THEN you have to stick to it. That is what this episode is all about. But you need to make your plans soon!
The Idaho Wobble - And Why its Important (even if you're not in Idaho)
DoctorDemographics Podcast - May 06, 2022 01:46 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsWhat goes up will invariably come down. It is a basic law of gravity, economics, and demographics. We can simply not hope that things will stay the same (either good or bad). Frankly, we are at a time when it appears the World is sliding into a Recession. This has long been predicted. So, with t...
Foreign Migration Impacts to Your Practice
DoctorDemographics Podcast - April 27, 2022 19:56 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsThis episode discusses the ways that you can work with these local and national trends to build a new patient base that is educated and ready to work. We will discuss the priorities of these migrants, where they might settle, and what you can do to attract them to your practice. Please be aware ...
Should You Open a Practice in the South?
DoctorDemographics Podcast - April 12, 2022 14:54 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsGo South Young Man! The national trend right now is to look at the southern end of the country for opening a new professional practice. There are many big cities that are growing there and there is tremendous attention from the doctor community. So, the big question is this: Should YOU Go South?
Practice Placement Secrets for Doctors
DoctorDemographics Podcast - April 06, 2022 15:22 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsDoctors often find themselves influenced by locations that OTHER doctors are considering for purchase or development. This session explains how this is both good and bad. It also features the parts of the U.S. that are good bets and those that are not. For more information, visit us at: https://...
Slanted Demographics
DoctorDemographics Podcast - March 08, 2022 17:08 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsThis is an audio podcast targeting doctors, medical and dental students as well as small business owners/consultants who want to consider where to put practices within the United States and how to promote them. We will discuss growth, demographic character, psychographic profiles, competition sa...
Workers And Employees
DoctorDemographics Podcast - March 02, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsThis is an audio podcast targeting doctors, medical and dental students as well as small business owners/consultants who want to consider where to put practices within the United States and how to promote them. We will discuss growth, demographic character, psychographic profiles, competition sa...
Retail As A Sign Of Best Place To Practice
DoctorDemographics Podcast - February 22, 2022 18:41 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsFinding a location is tough. But there are non-demographic factors that can offer you a serious hint about places that show potential for practice locations or may serve as a warning NOT to go there. This session is about how retail sales is a sign of the good or back potential for practice.
Evaluating Professional Plaza
DoctorDemographics Podcast - February 15, 2022 16:41 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsIt has long been popular to place practice in a "Medical Plaza" for various healthcare offices. There was a sense of unity and protection for these practices. This podcast deals with the issues that you might keep in mind. But the rationale for these centers is shifting. This video is a must-see...
Borders and Barriers For Your Practice
DoctorDemographics Podcast - February 08, 2022 16:21 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsIn order to do proper practice viability or best sites report, knowing a practice's borders and boundaries is all-important in order to offer geographic "context" for the site, Yes, we will discuss isochrones, proxemics, and centers of gravity. This is very useful stuff!
Makes A Perfect Place to Practice
DoctorDemographics Podcast - January 26, 2022 20:06 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsIn this episode, Scott Mcdonald dives into why you should put a practice where the perfect place is as well as the three traditional demographic imperatives for practice: economic growth, population growth, and socioeconomics. He said, "A rising birth rate is one indicator of who can step into...
Staff As A Problem
DoctorDemographics Podcast - December 27, 2021 16:34 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsDr. Scott McDonald delivered a talk about staff that may jeopardize healthcare practices in the United States. The problem is that the number of people available to work, university enrollments, and young people's scholarships are all declining. In summary, there is a demographic problem. They...
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