Successfully Onboarding a New Doctor-2024 AAOE Webinar

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Video Summary

Tony Edwards, co-president of Vanell, discusses strategies for onboarding new doctors in orthopedic practices. With over 20 years of consulting experience and Vanell's track record of onboarding 75 new doctors in the past year, Tony emphasizes the importance of strategic planning in these processes. The webinar highlights the challenges practices face, like balancing demand and recruitment to replace retiring partners or add new specialties. Emphasis is placed on data-driven decision-making, especially concerning patient access and scheduling. Tony advises practices to start credentialing and insurance approvals early to avoid complications. Setting expectations with both the new doctor and their spouse is crucial to ensure long-term satisfaction. Furthermore, leveraging senior partners for mentorship can help new doctors integrate faster. Practices are encouraged to use slow initial periods for new doctors effectively, such as engaging with referral sources and participating in community events, to build their practice effectively.

Keywords

orthopedic onboarding

strategic planning

data-driven decisions

mentorship integration

credentialing process

community engagement