Thinking About Practice Ownership? Start Here.

Thinking about owning a practice but unsure where to begin? This session provides a practical roadmap for moving from interest to action. Participants will explore the mindset shift required to think and operate like a practice owner, along with the key personal and professional considerations involved in making that transition. We will examine the primary pathways to ownership(including acquiring an existing practice, launching a startup, and joining a franchise) and discuss the benefits, challenges, and considerations of each model. The session will also introduce the foundational steps needed to get started, including business planning, financing, site selection and build-out, operational preparation, and strategic management. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of their ownership options, the questions they should be asking, and the next steps toward building a successful practice.

• Recognize the mindset, skills, and personal considerations needed to transition into practice ownership.
• Compare ownership pathways, including acquisitions, startups, and franchise models.
• Identify the key steps to launch or acquire a practice, including planning, financing, build-out, operations, and strategic management.