Starting a private practice can feel like an all-consuming process — and once you’re open, the demands of running a clinic only grow. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Mary Leung, a board-certified hematologist and physician coach, to talk about something every doctor needs to hear: work-life harmony.

Dr. Leung shares practical strategies for how physicians can avoid burnout, set boundaries, and create more balance — both during the startup process and in the daily flow of practice ownership. Whether you’re in the thick of launching or already seeing patients, her advice will help you realign your priorities so your practice doesn’t come at the expense of your health, your family, or your joy in medicine.

You’ll hear us cover:

• Why harmony (not “balance”) is a better goal for physicians
• Small, realistic shifts you can make while building your practice
• How to set boundaries without guilt
• Simple ways to preserve your energy and stay connected to your “why”

If you’ve ever worried that private practice means trading freedom for exhaustion, this conversation will encourage you that it’s possible to build a practice you love and a life you enjoy.

Connect with Dr. Leung:

www.shiningwithgratitudemd.com email: shiningwithgratitudemd@gmail.com LinkedIn: Mary Leung, MD Facebook: Mary Leung

📌 Resources:

And if you want step-by-step guidance, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp

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If you’re building your own private practice and want guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help.

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Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices

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In this episode of the Thursday Shift, let's explore a common misconception about starting a private practice: That you've waited too late.

POV: It's never too late!

📌 Resources:

And if you want step-by-step guidance, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp

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If you’re building your own private practice and want guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help.

Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching.

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Social Media Communities:

Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices

Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

Click here to sign up for Plan to Practice!

Thinking about private practice but not sure where to start? The very first step is creating a business plan—not the stiff corporate kind, but one that reflects your vision.

In this episode, I share:

• Why a business plan gives you clarity, confidence, and credibility
• Why your input matters more than a generic template
• The key parts every practice plan should include

If you’re ready to move from idea to action, this episode will help you see what’s possible. And if you want step-by-step guidance, check out my new course Plan to Practice.

📌 Resources:

Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp

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If you’re building your own private practice and want guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help.

Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching.

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Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe!

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Social Media Communities:

Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices

Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

One of the biggest fears physicians face when launching a private practice is this: What if no one shows up?

In this week’s Thursday Shift, we reframe that fear—and talk about what actually helps patients find you. We’ll cover how to create a solid marketing and referral plan, why physicians are in high demand (especially in private practice), and why marketing doesn’t have to feel gross. It can feel aligned—and even fun.

Click here to join Private Practice Prep Week (my free 5-day email series with lessons + templates to help you get started)

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Hiring is one of the biggest decisions you’ll face when opening a private practice — and it can feel overwhelming. Who should you hire first? What if you make the wrong choice?

In this episode of Physicians Hanging a Shingle, I break down the hiring process step by step so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.

You’ll learn:

• The first roles to consider hiring (and how this varies by practice model)
• Why it’s more important to define responsibilities than to fill titles
• Practical strategies for finding the right candidates
• Interview tips that go beyond résumés and credentials
• How to set expectations and create a culture that keeps staff invested

Whether you’re months away from opening or just starting to dream about your clinic, this episode will help you see hiring not as something to fear — but as an exciting chance to build the team that will carry your vision forward.

Tune in now to hear the full conversation.

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Click here to join Private Practice Prep Week (my free 5-day email series with lessons + templates to help you get started)

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If you’re building your own private practice and want guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help.

Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching.

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Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe!

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Social Media Communities:

Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices

Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

The Thursday Shift is a weekly dose of mindset support for physicians thinking about private practice. Each episode is around 5 minutes and helps reframe the fears, doubts, and limiting beliefs that hold you back from building something of your own.

This Week’s Shift: You Don't Need an MBA to Start a Practice

Think you need an MBA to open a private practice? Think again.

In this week’s Thursday Shift, we’re breaking down one of the most common limiting beliefs physicians face: “I’m not qualified to run a business.” The truth? You’ve already done harder things. Business is a skill—and you can learn it. This episode is your reminder that you don’t need to know everything to get started. You just need to be willing to start.

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Download the FREE checklist I created to make sure you don't miss any important steps in the planning of your new medical practice.

Click here for The Ultimate Checklist for Starting Your Medical Practice

In this episode of Physicians Hanging a Shingle, I sit down with my medical school classmate, Dr. David Hardin, an internal medicine and sports medicine physician who has helped build a thriving direct primary care (DPC) practice incorporating really innovative technology to best care for his patients.

We cover:

• The role of technology in creating efficiency, including how he uses tech in his own practice, Fitomics, to help patients reach their optimal performance
• Where AI fits into private practice — and how it can help physicians launch smarter, leaner practices

If you're curious about how AI might change the future of private practice, this conversation is full of insight.

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Connect with Dr. Hardin and check out his practice!

https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-hardin-md-41112b52/ https://www.fitomics.org/

Click here to join Private Practice Prep Week (my free 5-day email series with lessons + templates to help you get started)

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If you’re building your own private practice and want guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help.

Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching.

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Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe!

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Social Media Communities:

Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices

Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

The Thursday Shift is a weekly dose of mindset support for physicians thinking about private practice. Each episode is around 5 minutes and helps reframe the fears, doubts, and limiting beliefs that hold you back from building something of your own.

This Week’s Shift: How Can I Make This Possible?

Startup expenses are one of the biggest worries physicians face when thinking about private practice—but that fear doesn’t have to stop you.

In this week’s Thursday Shift, we break down the truth about startup funding: why banks are happy to lend to physicians, how to start lean, and why you don’t need a CFO to build a financially healthy practice. It’s time to shift from fear to strategy—because this is doable.

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Click here to join Private Practice Prep Week (my free 5-day email series with lessons + templates to help you get started)

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Want weekly tips, tools, and encouragement? Subscribe to the newsletter

Ready for personalized support? Learn more about 1:1 coaching here

Download the FREE checklist I created to make sure you don't miss any important steps in the planning of your new medical practice.

Click here for The Ultimate Checklist for Starting Your Medical Practice