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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Why So Many Physiatrists Struggle in Private Practice
You’re constantly thinking about what’s next—
Will I hit my revenue goals this month?
How do I handle these insurance headaches?
What if I fail?
Or worse, you’re stuck in the past—
I should’ve started marketing earlier.
Why didn’t I negotiate better rates?
I wasted so much time!
Sound familiar? If so, you’re missing the key to success—being present.
As outlined in Misconceptions About Being Present, mindfulness isn’t just some feel-good practice—it’s a business growth strategy. Learning to focus on the present moment without judgment or panic can mean the difference between a profitable practice and an overwhelming mess.
Let’s break down the three biggest myths about presence and why embracing the NOW will help you build a thriving, stress-free practice.
1. Myth: “You Have to Meditate to Be Present”
Most people think being present = meditation. But here’s the truth: presence is about engagement, not sitting cross-legged in silence.
You can be fully present while…
Talking to a patient (instead of mentally worrying about paperwork).
Reviewing your finances (without panicking about past mistakes).
Mapping out your growth strategy (without second-guessing yourself).
When you show up fully focused, your decisions become sharper, faster, and more profitable.
Business Tip: Before your next patient or business meeting, take 30 seconds to breathe, reset, and commit to being fully present. Watch how much more clarity and confidence you gain.
2. Myth: “You Can’t Be Present with Stress”
Reality Check: Running a private practice will always have stressful moments. You can’t eliminate stress—but you CAN learn how to manage it without letting it run your business.
Too many physiatrists let fear dictate their decisions:
They avoid looking at their finances.
They lower their rates out of desperation.
They put off marketing because they “don’t have time.”
Being present means accepting stress—then responding with clarity.
Business Tip: Every time stress creeps in, ask: What can I control right now? Then, take one immediate action to move forward.
3. Myth: “Being Present is a Spiritual Practice”
Sure, some use mindfulness in their spiritual life—but you don’t need to be religious to benefit from presence.
Being present is about mental discipline—which directly translates to business success:
Focused doctors make better business decisions.
Present leaders attract more engaged patients and staff.
Clarity = consistent revenue, less burnout, and a thriving practice.
Business Tip: Before you react to any business challenge, take a deep breath and ask:
Am I making this decision based on the present reality?
Or am I reacting to fear, frustration, or assumptions?
The difference? One mindset builds success. The other keeps you stuck.
The Profitability of Presence
Too many physiatrists are failing—not because they aren’t great doctors, but because they’re too distracted, too overwhelmed, and too disconnected from their present reality.
If you can’t focus, you can’t grow.
If you’re always worried, you’ll never make empowered decisions.
If you’re not fully present in your business, your business won’t fully succeed.
Your challenge: For the next 24 hours, approach every business decision with full presence. No multitasking. No panic. Just clarity.
Drop a comment if you’re ready to OWN your practice success—one present moment at a time.
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Once you’ve decided that you want to leave your current job to start your practice, you need an exit plan. Check out our blog post here for tips on developing an exit plan and starting your new independent practice.
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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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