
Kate Smith, RN BSN
Kate Smith, RN BSN, is a writer and registered nurse with extensive experience caring for patients in urban emergency departments, private practices, in-home hospice settings, and on cruise ships around the world.
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New COVID-19 boosters are coming — here’s what you need to know
The FDA has approved new COVID-19 booster vaccines to target the XBB.1.5 variant — but how successful they’ll be depends on effective communication from providers.
How to use social media influencers to help boost your medical practice
Learn about social media marketing for medical practices and how you can partner with influencers to boost patient engagement and practice growth.
New medical practice checklist: Here’s how to get started
Make starting a medical practice easier with this checklist.
How to recruit and hire for your new medical practice
Wondering about physician recruitment best practices? Here’s what you need to know to recruit, hire, and retain staff for your new medical practice.
Medical clinic office equipment: A checklist for your practice
The right medical office equipment can help you enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize resources. Use this checklist to get started.
Get expert tips, guides, and valuable insights for your medical practice
10 strategies to improve healthcare staff retention for your practice
Here’s how to reduce turnover, avoid the associated expenses, and build and maintain a strong team at your medical practice.
Starting a medical practice? Consider these permits
Getting ready to open your own medical practice? Find out if applying for the following permits should be on your to-do list.
Using technology to provide quality patient care at your new practice
Here’s what you need to know to make patient care technology work for you, your patients, and your practice.
5 steps to successfully onboard new employees at your medical practice
Better healthcare onboarding is an important part of practice management. Here’s how to do it correctly.
Securing funding for a new medical practice
One of the first steps in opening a practice is funding it. Here’s what you need to know about getting healthcare practice loans.
Licenses you need to start your own medical practice
Here’s how to ensure you have the necessary licenses and credentials you need when starting your own practice — and that you don’t overlook any part of the process.
Who are the first 5 people I need to hire at my new medical practice?
Finding the right team is a key part of building and sustaining any business, especially an independent practice. Here’s who to hire first — and how to identify qualified candidates.
How to start a new medical practice: The definitive guide
If you’re considering opening a practice and want step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process, you’ve found the right resource.
The ultimate guide to medical practice social media in 2023
Wondering where to start with medical practice social media? Here’s how to choose a platform, create great content, and find your audience.
Why patients demand flexibility from their healthcare provider
Flexibility in healthcare matters to patients. Here’s how to increase your flexibility — not your workload.
How to use social media for your medical practice
You don’t need a degree or years of experience to market your practice online. Here’s how to create and implement a social media marketing strategy that grows your practice and empowers your patients.
5 healthcare providers who have nailed social media
You don’t need millions of followers to create a successful social media presence for your practice. Check out these providers who know how to attract patients and keep them engaged.