I am Dr. Hassan, a Board-Certified Physiatrist and Independent Practice Owner. I help physiatrists start and grow their own profitable practices so they can achieve financial independence and live without limits.
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Burnout, Fatigue & Business Stress—The Silent Profit Killers
You’re an expert in rehabilitation and movement. You teach patients how to restore function, reduce pain, and get their lives back. But what about YOU?
Are you exhausted at the end of every workday? Is stress creeping into every aspect of your life—clouding your decisions, draining your energy, and making business growth feel impossible?
The reality: Your physical and emotional health directly impact your business success. If you don’t take care of yourself, your practice will suffer.
The Science: Why Your Health = Your Wealth
Your mind and body are one system. When you’re physically exhausted, mentally drained, and emotionally overwhelmed, you:
- Make poor business decisions
- Struggle to think strategically
- Lose the energy needed to grow
The most successful physiatrists aren’t just skilled clinicians—they’re high-performance leaders. And leadership starts with self-care.
TAKEAWAY: Your health is a business investment, NOT an expense.
The 3-Part Formula for a Thriving Mind, Body & Practice
1. Get Moving (Before Burnout Catches Up to You)
Sitting all day, stressed out, and overworked? That’s a recipe for disaster.
- Movement oxygenates your brain—boosting clarity, problem-solving & energy.
- Regular exercise lowers stress hormones—helping you stay calm under pressure.
- A healthy body improves resilience—so you can handle business setbacks with confidence.
The Goal: Just 150 minutes of movement per week keeps your brain & business sharp.
TAKEAWAY: More energy = More patients seen, better decisions, and increased revenue.
2. Sleep, Hydration & Nutrition: The Non-Negotiables for Peak Performance
Your body is a business machine. And every high-performing machine needs fuel.
Without proper rest, hydration, and nutrition, you’ll:
- Be mentally sluggish
- Feel physically drained
- Struggle to grow your practice
- 7+ hours of sleep = Better memory & decision-making
- Hydration = Better focus & endurance throughout the day
- A balanced diet = Sustained energy & stress control
Elite performers don’t run on fumes. If you want to build a high-income practice, your health must come first.
TAKEAWAY: A well-fueled body runs a profitable business.
3. Emotional Well-being = Business Growth
Your emotional state affects how you lead, communicate, and make financial decisions.
- Feeling anxious? You’ll avoid growth opportunities.
- Feeling overwhelmed? You’ll struggle to manage a team.
- Feeling drained? You’ll miss key revenue-generating activities.
What to do?
- Practice gratitude daily—focus on what’s going well in your practice.
- Limit unnecessary stress—delegate, automate, and systematize.
- Protect your energy—prioritize downtime to recharge.
TAKEAWAY: Your mental state dictates your financial state.
Your Next Move: Take Action NOW
What would happen if you:
- Had more energy every day?
- Made smarter, faster business decisions?
- Created a practice that runs without draining you?
It starts with YOU. When you take care of your mind & body, your practice (and profits) will grow.
Drop “PERFORMANCE” in the comments if you’re ready to elevate your health & business success!
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I’m Dr. Hassan, a Board-Certified Physiatrist and Independent Practice Owner. I help physiatrists start and grow their own profitable practices so they can achieve financial independence and live without limits. Please go to businessofrehab.com/contractnegotiations to pick up the free guide to help you negotiate the contract of your dreams.
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