19 - Dr. Steven Hirsch: Building Pediatrics on Purpose

19 - Dr. Steven Hirsch: Building Pediatrics on Purpose

Check out the video version of this episode on our Youtube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@PhysiciansComputerCompany]! In this episode of Charting the Future, Chip Hart sits down with Dr. Steven F. Hirsch, MD, FAAP founder and medical director of Hirsch Pediatrics [https://hirschpediatrics.com/our-practice/], to explore what it means to build a pediatric practice with intention. From designing an office that feels more like a welcoming European village than a medical clinic to creating workflows that prioritize preventive care, patient convenience, and physician well-being, Dr. Hirsch shares the philosophy that has guided his independent practice from day one. The conversation spans everything from data-driven practice management and patient portals to burnout, vaccine confidence, mental health integration, and the future of independent pediatrics. Along the way, Dr. Hirsch makes a compelling case that thoughtful design of spaces, systems, and relationships can improve both the patient experience and the sustainability of pediatric care.

18 - Looking Behind The Curtain of AI and Your Practice

What does "good" AI look like in healthcare? That's the question that Chip poses to fellow PCCers Brian LaClair and Scott Kirby, two members of the team that created PCC's ambient AI Scribe tool. They describe how they approached creating an AI charting tool with security, customization, and clinician control in mind. Plus, Chip gets really excited about Raspberry Pi. Learn more about PCC Scribe [https://blog.pcc.com/how-pcc-scribe-protects-patient-data-while-reducing-documentation-burden] Defector article [https://defector.com/it-took-many-years-and-billions-of-dollars-but-microsoft-finally-invented-a-calculator-that-is-wrong-sometimes] mentioned by Brian

17 - Dr. Mike Jordan and ResponseRX - "I'm not good at having a boss..."

This week, Chip is joined by Dr. Mike Jordan of ResponseRX [https://responserx.ai?utm_source=chatgpt.com] for a conversation about independence in pediatric practice, innovative clinician compensation models, and the growing importance of online reputation management. Dr. Jordan shares his journey to becoming an independent pediatrician, and he and Chip explore their collaboration on physician compensation frameworks designed to support sustainable, rewarding practice models. The episode also highlights ResponseRX, Dr. Jordan’s HIPAA-compliant Google Review response engine that helps pediatric practices generate meaningful patient reviews and respond thoughtfully -- making it easier for more families to discover and trust your practice. Connect with Dr. Jordan at mike.jordan@responserx.ai [mike.jordan@responserx.ai]. Learn more about the compensation visualization tool here: ResponseRX Continuum Framework [https://responserx.ai/continuum?utm_source=chatgpt.com] For additional insights on clinician compensation models, visit Chip’s Blog: Employed Provider Continuum Framework [https://chipsblog.pcc.com/employed-provider-continuum-framework-a-visualization-tool-for-clinician-compensation?utm_source=chatgpt.com]

16 - Dr. Arpita DePalma and the Flora-bama!

Today I’m joined by Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma, a part-time pediatrician, CEO, practice co-founder, entrepreneur, and mindset coach for professional women. Through Thought Work, MD [https://thoughtworkmd.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com], and her podcasts From Pissed-Off to Poised [https://thoughtworkmd.com/fpotp/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] and Doctors Living Deliberately [https://www.doctorslivingdeliberately.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com], she helps physicians and professionals understand the thoughts and patterns behind anger, perfectionism, and burnout — and turn them into more intentional, grounded leadership.

15 - Dr. Gigi Youngblood: A Beautiful Opportunity - Embracing Independent Pediatrics After Corporate

Dr. Gigi Youngblood, MD of Tots 'N' Teens Pediatrics in Birmingham, AL joins Chip on the podcast as the two prepare to attend the Jefferson County Pediatric Society meeting. They discuss Dr. Youngblood's approach to revitalizing practice culture, the joy of independence, and her journey from 15 years of working in a corporate hospital system to the "beautiful opportunity" of joining an independent practice in her neighborhood. They examine the timing of the shingles vaccine, swap Disney World chickenpox stories, and Dr. Youngblood gives her advice for pediatricians who are considering independence. https://www.totsnteenspediatrics.com [https://www.totsnteenspediatrics.com/providers]