Feeling trapped in a cycle of seeing more patients for less money? You're not alone. The physician burnout epidemic has reached a critical point, with 62.8% of doctors experiencing burnout and a suicide rate 3.5 times higher than the general population. Dr. TJ Han delivers a compelling alternative that has transformed his practice and those of countless colleagues. The hybrid concierge model provides a perfect balance between traditional insurance-based practice and full concierge medicine, crea...
Jul 03, 2025•12 min
Burnout among private practice physicians has reached alarming proportions, with nearly 44% reporting at least one burnout symptom according to recent AMA studies. As medical professionals juggling multiple roles—healer, entrepreneur, and manager—we face unique challenges that can quickly deplete our passion and energy. Drawing from years of running my own successful practice, I share five evidence-based strategies that have transformed my professional life and helped countless colleagues avoid ...
Jun 26, 2025•13 min
Do you ever wonder if you're actually a doctor or just a glorified secretary drowning in administrative chaos? That overwhelming feeling of running everywhere, wearing multiple hats, and constantly putting out fires isn't just frustrating—it's stealing your time and energy from what truly matters: patient care. Voice AI technology represents a transformative opportunity for medical practices struggling with administrative overload. Unlike generic AI assistants, these specialized systems understa...
Jun 19, 2025•17 min
More resources? ----------------------- Watch Full Episodes in my YouTube channel! https://youtube.com/@drtjahn ---------------------- Get Your Free Copy of my book, "Podiatry Profits Book: Crafting A Seven-Figure Lifestyle Practice" to grow your podiatry practice. You just cover the shipping: https://www.podiatryprofitsbook.com ---------------------- Do you want to build your dream private practice without the hassles of insurance networks? Then schedule a FREE 45-min Strategy Session with me. ...
Jun 11, 2025•9 min
What separates struggling medical practices from thriving seven-figure businesses? The answer might be sitting on your bookshelf—or waiting to be discovered. Dr. TJ Ahn pulls back the curtain on the literary foundation that helped him build multiple successful practices while maintaining his sanity in today's challenging healthcare environment. Starting with Sun Tzu's "The Art of War," Dr. Ahn reveals how ancient strategic wisdom translates perfectly to modern medical practice positioning—winnin...
Jun 05, 2025•12 min
Ready to revolutionize your podiatry practice? Minimally invasive foot surgery (MIS) isn't just another technique—it's a complete paradigm shift that delivers extraordinary benefits for both practitioners and patients alike. Dr. TJ Ahn, mentored by the renowned Dr. Steven Aisham, shares his expertise on this game-changing approach that's been refined over fifty years. The advantages are remarkable: smaller incisions, reduced pain levels, minimal hardware requirements, and significantly faster re...
May 29, 2025•6 min
Ready to flip the script on AI in healthcare? Forget the fear that machines will replace doctors—the real revolution is about powerful collaboration that elevates patient care to unprecedented levels. The healthcare AI revolution isn't approaching—it's already transforming practices worldwide. Advanced models like GPT-4 now outperform physicians in certain diagnostic scenarios, while breakthrough technologies in protein sequencing enable us to predict complications before they manifest. This isn...
May 23, 2025•10 min
The financial reality for today's physicians is increasingly grim—Medicare reimbursements dropping another 2.83% in 2025, operating costs soaring, and the crushing weight of student loan debt creating a perfect storm of financial pressure. As a podiatrist and practice management consultant, Dr. TJ Ahn has witnessed this crisis firsthand but knows there's a way out. For too many doctors, the dream of helping patients has transformed into a financial nightmare. Since 2001, Medicare payments have p...
May 22, 2025•7 min
What led Dr. Ashim Wadera from aspiring to become a veterinarian to becoming a renowned foot and ankle surgeon? Hear directly from Dr. Wadera about his unconventional path, the hurdles he faced, and how mentorship from figures like Dr. TJ Ahn played a pivotal role in rekindling his passion for medicine after battling burnout. Dr. Wadera's journey is a compelling narrative of resilience and innovation, proving that fulfillment in the medical field is attainable with the right guidance and dedicat...
Oct 10, 2024•19 min•Ep. 62
In this episode, Dr. T.J. Ahn dives into the untold truth behind why so many doctors struggle to make their practices profitable—even when offering life-changing services. He reveals the top three mindset barriers that hold doctors back from thriving in a cash-based model. If you're tired of feeling overwhelmed by insurance cuts and want to break free from the volume-based grind, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to discover the simple shifts that can transform your practice and help you de...
Oct 01, 2024•12 min•Ep. 61
👋 Welcome to Part 4 of our transformative Medical Marketing series! In this episode, we're diving into the integral topic of Patient Retention, a key element in the four pillars of a robust podiatry practice – lead generation, lead conversion, ascension, and retention. 🌐 Beyond Reactivation: A Comprehensive Approach While reactivation campaigns are transformative, we also discuss holistic retention strategies – follow-ups, patient services, surveys, and feedback. For a deeper dive into these s...
Dec 06, 2023•7 min•Ep. 60
Welcome to Part 3 of our four-part medical marketing series! Having covered lead generation and conversion. In this episode, we explore the critical concept of Ascension. Ascension involves going beyond initial treatments to enhance overall foot and ankle health. Whether it's identifying new issues or upselling to higher-ticket solutions, this approach builds lasting patient relationships. ⌛ In a business context, it's about Lifetime Value (LTV). Ascension isn't a one-time fix; it's about contin...
Nov 29, 2023•4 min•Ep. 59
Struggling to turn potential patients into actual ones in your podiatry practice? 🤔 In this episode, we'll unveil secrets to successful lead conversion and its impact on your practice's growth. 🚀 Discover key strategies for effective communication with prospects, boosting your closing rate, and transforming them into loyal patients. 🗣️👥 Learn how follow-ups can significantly convert potential clients into long-term patients. 🌟 We'll also dive into providing top-notch solutions, aiding patie...
Nov 22, 2023•9 min•Ep. 58
Are you looking for effective strategies to attract more patients to your podiatry clinic? In this episode, we dive deep into healthcare marketing and share four key aspects to help you grow your practice. 🚀 We start by emphasizing the importance of lead generation, lead conversion, ascension, and retention in your marketing efforts. 💼 Lead generation is critical in expanding your practice, and we provide valuable insights on consistently generating potential patient leads. 📈 To create a nich...
Nov 15, 2023•16 min•Ep. 57
🤔 Ever wondered why doctors seem uncomfortable talking about money? Dive deep into the psychology and system behind it! 📌 Inside this revealing episode: ➡️ Why the very mention of money makes doctors anxious: the fear of rejection and its deeper impact! ➡️ Shifting the perspective: Understanding sales as a meaningful exchange and not just a transaction. ➡️ The indispensable art of "closing" and its significance for healthcare professionals. ➡️The invisible barriers: How the healthcare system m...
Oct 18, 2023•8 min•Ep. 56
How I Hire Employees For My Podiatry Practice At $10 Per Hour https://youtu.be/HJQog3U0q4Q More resources? ----------------------- Download FREE PDF Guide, "3 Ways To Increase Your Practice Profits Without Seeing More Patient" https://www.boostpodiatryprofits.com ---------------------- Get Your Free Copy of my book, "OPT-OUT" to grow your podiatry practice. You just cover the shipping: https://www.optoutbook.com ---------------------- Do you want to build your dream private practice without the ...
Oct 11, 2023•7 min•Ep. 55
Here’s why most podiatrists never break $1,000,000 per year and what I’ve done instead to help me build a 7 figure practice. If you want to watch this episode on my YouTube Channel, here is the direct link: https://youtu.be/XGzYZawzWZE More resources? ----------------------- Download FREE PDF Guide, "3 Ways To Increase Your Practice Profits Without Seeing More Patient" https://www.boostpodiatryprofits.com ---------------------- Get Your Free Copy of my book, "OPT-OUT" to grow your podiatry pract...
Oct 04, 2023•8 min•Ep. 54
Tired of performing traditional surgery? Ask yourself if that's the real problem, and listen to this episode to find out how to make your life easier and how to earn 7 figures without the stress and burnout. Learn about the benefits and considerations of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) and find out if it's the right option for you. If you want to watch this episode on my YouTube Channel, here is the direct link: https://youtu.be/QJhnpm91t3U More resources? ----------------------- Download FREE ...
Apr 15, 2023•6 min•Ep. 53
Being a mom doesn't mean you can't build a successful 7 figure practice! In this episode, I'll share tips and strategies on how to balance motherhood and your profession while building a thriving practice. Learn from other successful MOM/DOCTOR who have done it and find out how you can too. Don't let being a mom hold you back from reaching your full potential.💰👩👦 If you want to watch this episode on my YouTube Channel, here is the direct link: https://youtu.be/ETXRICSIEDs More resources? ---...
Apr 07, 2023•10 min•Ep. 52
In this episode, we'll provide practical tips to improve patient acceptance in healthcare settings. We'll cover patient communication, education, and engagement, helping you build better relationships with your patients. If you're a healthcare provider looking to improve patient acceptance, listen now! If you want to watch this episode on my YouTube Channel, here is the direct link: https://youtu.be/EQd6zP1S5IQ More resources? ----------------------- Download FREE PDF Guide, "3 Ways To Increase ...
Mar 15, 2023•6 min•Ep. 51
In this episode, Dr. Trevor Haynes and I hung out. He runs 5 podiatry clinic locations in Portland area, Oregon. His practice is doing over 7 figures and he strives to find the life balance with 4 children and his wife. I enjoyed talking with him as we share random topics around the podiatry practice and life. I think you would enjoy this, too. More information about Dr. Trevor Haynes and his practice, Elite Foot & Ankle Associates: [ https://elitefaor.com/ ]( https://elitefaor.com/ ) If you...
Feb 01, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 50
Learn how to enhance your medical marketing strategy with ChatGPT, an advanced language model developed by OpenAI. In this episode, we will guide you through the process of training the model on your industry's specific language and using it to generate high-quality content for your website, social media, and email campaigns. Additionally, you will discover how to use ChatGPT for customer service interactions, such as answering frequently asked questions and providing personalized product recomm...
Jan 24, 2023•21 min•Ep. 49
This episode is about the highlights of The 2022 Advanced MIS (Minimally Invasive Surgery) Cadaver Lab Workshop in Chicago, IL. Minimally invasive foot surgery techniques have evolved in the past 50 years and now they have been performed by hundreds of orthopedic surgeons and podiatrists all over the world. They are in high demand by patients and this demand is increasing every year. Watch this video and I hope you consider implementing minimally invasive foot surgery in your practice! If you wa...
Jan 18, 2023•13 min•Ep. 48
In this video, you will discover how to perform a minimally invasive bunion surgery technique with one of my favorite MIS bunion procedures, “Reverdin-Isham” type osteotomy. Most bunions I correct with minimally invasive surgery technique - I use one of these three surgical techniques. - Bump-off of the 1st metatarsal with/without akin-type osteotomy. - Reverdin-Isham bunionectomy with/without akin-type osteotomy. - Reverse Austin (Reverse-Chevron, Modified-Wilson) type osteotomy with/without ak...
Dec 28, 2022•39 min•Ep. 47
In this episode, you will discover how to perform minimally invasive bunion surgery technique with reverse-Austin (reverse-Chevron) type osteotomy. Most bunions I correct - I use one of these three surgery techniques: - Bump-off of the 1st metatarsal with/without akin-type osteotomy - Reverdin-Isham bunionectomy with/without akin-type osteotomy - Reverse Austin (Reverse-Chevron, Modified-Wilson) type osteotomy with/without akin-type osteotomy We will focus on Reverse-Austin-type osteotomy in thi...
Dec 22, 2022•27 min•Ep. 46
In this episode, I invited Dr. Kristina Janson who is specializing in true hand-made custom orthoses. You will hear her journey and we also discuss in depth, the power of premium pricing and concierge model practice. Please check out her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@kristinajansondpm https://www.kristinajansondpm.com/ If you want to watch this episode on my YouTube Channel, here is the direct link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Y9AmaIc5S4 More resources? ----------------------- D...
Dec 07, 2022•35 min•Ep. 45
Did you know that current medical practice is causing you to burn out? Here’s my take on why the old way of practicing podiatry is not going to survive. i.e. death of private practice is inevitable. Private practice becomes a matter of survival if you don't accept reality and don't assess the situation. Here are some reasons I revealed in this video: ✅Insurance reimbursement forces practitioners to see too many patients. ✅Large healthcare systems and Venture Capitalists are buying private practi...
Nov 30, 2022•14 min•Ep. 44
What is the fastest way to grow your podiatry practice and make it recession-proof? But how do you actually achieve that in a private practice setting? In this episode, I will share my journey of how I transformed my practice. You will discover the “ins and outs” of the hybrid-concierge model practice and also understand why you should consider this model for your practice. Just to name a few points I shared in this episode… 1. Get the numbers first to figure out which insurance plan you need to...
Nov 23, 2022•14 min•Ep. 43
In this episode, I shared five effective healthcare marketing tips to open the floodgate of patients coming to your practice. 1. Build a content machine. 2. Focus on the benefits of your treatment solutions, not on features. 3. Don’t tell how qualified you are, but talk more about your patients. 4. Don’t be a generalist, but go for a niche. 5. Create a 5-star review management system and get as many 5-star reviews as possible. I will go over each of them with detailed explanations in this episod...
Nov 16, 2022•12 min•Ep. 42
More resources? Do you want to watch this episode in YouTube? YouTube Channel - Podiatry Profits Download FREE PDF Guide, "3 Ways To Increase Your Practice Profits Without Seeing More Patient" https://drtjahn.com/3ways-profits ---------------------- Get Your Free Copy of my book, "OPT-OUT" to grow your podiatry practice. You just cover the shipping: https://www.optoutbook.com ---------------------- Do you want to connect with me? Here are 3 ways to connect with me. Email me - tjahn@drtjahn.com M...
Apr 14, 2022•6 min•Ep. 41
