Ep. 45 - Turning Struggles Into Success: Dr. Karleen Su's Journey to Empower Private Practice PhysiciansWorking HealthcarePlay

Join Meredith Hirsh in a sit-down interview with Dr. Karleen Su, a passionate rheumatologist and advocate for private practice physicians. Karleen shares her transformative journey from struggling with burnout in the early years of her practice to becoming a powerful voice in the medical community. She opens up about the challenges of managing finances, staff, and patient care while navigating the harsh realities of private practice ownership. Karleen’s initiative, the Rheumatology Private Practice Alliance (RPPA), began as a small Facebook group in 2018 and has since blossomed into a thriving community of over 1,200 doctors. As she reflects on her own obstacles, including high turnover and financial stress, she offers invaluable insights for others looking to stay in private practice. Tune in to hear how Karleen is empowering physicians, tackling burnout, and fostering a supportive network for the future of private practice.