Ep. 62 - Sean Travers on Growing Independent Practices with Ancillary Services and Vertical Integration (07/29/2025)

Discover how smart strategies and bold decisions are transforming independent healthcare. In this episode of Working Healthcare, Meredith Hirsh and Mike Chavez sit down in the studio with Sean Travers, a seasoned healthcare expert dedicated to helping practices achieve sustainable, service-driven growth. Together, with over 60 years of combined healthcare business experience, they explore the power of ancillary services—like in-house labs, imaging and infusions—and reveal how vertical integration enhances patient care while giving physicians greater control, financial stability and profitability. Sean exposes the most common pitfalls practices face when expanding and shares what high-performing teams do differently to scale successfully without compromising quality. They also unpack why culture isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a vital business strategy that fuels staff retention, team alignment and long-term success. Plus, learn how adopting a startup mindset can help independent clinics outpace hospital systems in today’s competitive landscape. Don’t just survive—tune in and learn how to lead your practice with confidence and clarity.