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Episode Synopsis
At The Heart of Pediatric Care: A Conversation with Dr. Steven Hirsch. M.D., FAAPIn this episode, the hosts interview Dr. Steven Hirsch, a pediatrician with an independent practice Hirsch Pediatrics in Rockville, Maryland. The discussion covers the intricacies of running and maintaining a pediatric practice, the importance of attention to detail, the advantages of independent practice, and the significance of having a well-designed office environment. Dr. Hirsch shares his journey, vision, and passion for pediatric care, emphasizing the emphasis on patient experience, the role of telemedicine, the integration of mental health services, and the financial aspects of running a successful practice.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:53 Dr. Hirsch's Journey to Pediatrics01:35 Designing the Perfect Pediatric Office03:12 Recruiting and Retaining Staff06:12 Independent Practice vs. Hospital Systems08:42 Challenges in Practice Management09:37 Training and Mentoring New Physicians15:31 Importance of Patient Relationships20:54 Quality Measures and Vaccination Rates27:11 Impact of Sick Visits on Practice Revenue27:39 Balancing Sick Visits and Well Visits29:03 Patient Portal and Triage Strategies30:29 Embedding Mental Health Services33:18 Challenges of Mental Health Integration34:26 Running a Pediatric Practice: Analogies and Insights36:59 Managing Work-Life Balance in a Small Practice40:37 Telemedicine and Office Management45:50 Financial Realities and Pediatric Practice51:32 Concluding Thoughts and Future OutlookSupport the show🔴 Subscribe for more Doctor stories like this: 🎧Apple and give us a 5-star review. on the TPL Website SOCIAL Media Pages =============================== 📝 - Substack🎧 - PODCAST👥 - FACEBOOK🐦 - TWITTER📸 - Instagram➡️ - Linkedin The Pediatric Lounge - A Podcast taking you behind the door of the Physician's Lounge to get a deeper insight into what docs are talking about today, from the clinically profound to the wonderfully routine...and everything in between. The conversations are not intended as medical advice, and the opinions expressed are solely those of the host and guest.