General practice is under pressure — and unless you act now, ‘free’ could cost you everything.”

In this episode, Dr Sachin Patel unpacks the real story behind the November 1st Medicare changes — and what they mean for the future of your practice. With government funding lagging, rebates shrinking, and costs rising faster than ever, Clinic Owners across Australia are facing one question: How do I stay viable without burning out?

Have a question about this episode?

Ask Todd, Sachin, and over a thousand Owners directly in the SGPO Facebook Group:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSuccessfulGeneralPracticeOwner

Dr Sachin reveals why “free” is never truly free — and how bulk billing incentives, MyMedicare registration, and rebate reductions could quietly erode your clinic’s autonomy if you’re not strategic. More importantly, he lays out the three principles every Clinic Owner must master right now: mitigating risk, designing smarter clinical days, and making deliberate trade-offs that protect your financial future.

This isn’t theory. It’s a grounded, practical roadmap built on real-world experience from hundreds of private Clinic Owners across Australia who’ve transformed their practices through Scale My Clinic. If you’ve been worrying about viability, struggling with costs, or wondering how to plan for these changes, this episode is your playbook for scaling smarter.

In this episode of the Scale My Clinic Podcast, you’ll learn:

• The harsh truth about funding and viability, how General Practice is being systematically underfunded, and what that means for Practice Owners (00:49)
• What the November 1st Medicare changes really mean for you and how they’ll reshape General Practice economics (05:38)
• How clinic owners evolve from doing everything themselves to building a business that runs profitably without them (and how to identify where you sit right now) (10:00)
• Why “free” can destroy value in healthcare (15:00)
• How to future-proof your practice by planning smarter, reducing dependence on rebates, and protecting your income without compromising care (22:02)

Watch the Practice Success Blueprint Training

The proven roadmap GP Owners use to grow profits, reclaim time, strengthen teams, and protect their legacy: https://smc.expert/practice-success-blueprint-pc

If you’ve ever thought, “I’ll sort out the legal stuff later,” this conversation is your wake-up call.

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In this episode, Dr Todd Cameron sits down with Sarah Bartholomeusz, founder of You Legal, to unpack what every Practice Owner must have in place to safeguard their clinic (and their sanity).

From privacy policies and practitioner agreements to payroll tax pitfalls and partnership planning, Sarah breaks down the real-world legal essentials that protect your business, your reputation, and your future.

This isn’t just about avoiding trouble. It’s about creating a strong, scalable foundation so you can grow your practice confidently. Whether you’re just starting out or preparing to exit, you’ll walk away with practical steps to future-proof your clinic and lead like a pro.

In this episode of the Scale My Clinic Podcast, you’ll learn:

• How to build a legally protected practice that puts patients first (00:57)
• 5 essential legal documents every clinic must have (03:52)
• Why copy-paste contracts could put your business at legal risk (10:14)
• Spotting the warning signs that turn contractors into employees in the eyes of the law (16:02)
• How to future-proof your clinic with regular legal check-ups (25:54)
• Legal strategies for growth, succession, and exit (28:32)
• How to design a business that fits your life and build the solid legal foundations that support sustainable growth and balance (45:22)

Watch the Practice Success Blueprint Training

The proven roadmap GP Owners use to grow profits, reclaim time, strengthen teams, and protect their legacy: https://smc.expert/practice-success-blueprint-pc

Missed the previous Episode?

Listen to Episode 75 here: The Hidden Price of Resilience: How Adversity Shapes GP Owners

ABOUT SARAH BARTHOLOMEUSZ

Sarah Bartholomeusz is the Founder of You Legal, a modern law firm that helps healthcare business leaders protect their practices so they can focus on their impact. With over 20 years of experience, she specialises in corporate and commercial law, workplace relations, privacy, and M&A. Sarah’s legal career began in top-tier litigation before moving into governance roles with major ASX-listed companies. In 2013, she launched You Legal to deliver expert legal services in a more accessible and flexible way. She’s a Telstra Business Women’s Award winner, TEDx speaker, and author of Growing a Medical Practice. Sarah also serves as Governance Chair for the Entrepreneurs’ Organisation (APAC) and chairs the Catalyst Foundation board.

• You Legal website: https://youlegal.com.au/
• Sarah’s biography: https://youlegal.com.au/our-team/sarah-bartholomeusz
• Elevated governance website: https://www.elevatedgovernance.com.au

Clinic ownership can feel like an uphill climb: financial strain, staff challenges, uncertainty, burnout. This conversation invites you to see those pressures differently - as catalysts for growth, empathy, and clarity.

Have a question about this episode?

Ask Todd, Sachin, and over a thousand Owners directly in the SGPO Facebook Group:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSuccessfulGeneralPracticeOwner

In this episode, Dr Sachin Patel and Dr Todd Cameron unpack the hidden leadership lessons behind adversity and how the experiences that test us most often become the foundation of sustainable, values-driven success.

Through honest, personal storytelling, they explore what it means to lead under pressure, make hard decisions, and keep showing up, especially when no one else sees the full weight you’re carrying.

They discuss how adversity sharpens emotional intelligence, why “people-pleasing” can quietly sabotage your leadership, and how to move from reacting to life’s challenges to consciously leading through them.

By the end, you’ll feel seen, encouraged, and reminded that the challenges you face aren’t a sign you’re failing. They’re the very things preparing you to become the kind of leader your clinic truly needs.

In this episode of the Scale My Clinic Podcast, you’ll learn:

• How to stop seeing adversity as something to survive, and start seeing it as a leadership advantage that sharpens your focus and empathy (00:00)
• How early conditioning shapes the way you lead (04:40)
• Channeling adversity into purposeful growth rather than overdrive (16:30)
• How self-awareness helps you communicate better, make clearer decisions, and lead with confidence (21:35)
• How to create psychological safety, encourage open dialogue, and help people think critically instead of react emotionally (24:50)
• How influence is built by listening deeply, calling out what’s wrong respectfully, and modelling the kind of integrity you want your team to follow (46:20)

Watch the Practice Success Blueprint Training

The proven roadmap GP Owners use to grow profits, reclaim time, strengthen teams, and protect their legacy: https://smc.expert/practice-success-blueprint-pc

Missed the previous Episode?

Listen to Episode 74 here: The Quadruple Whammy That Could Gut GP Practices; And How Owners Can Fight Back