ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Planning your partnership exit before you need it is one of the smartest moves a private practice owner can make. In this episode of Private Practice Survival Guide, Brandon Seigel lays out the anatomy of a resilient partnership—from ownership and decision-making to dispute resolution and exit provisions—so you can minimize disruption and protect patient care.
You’ll learn how to structure buy-sell agreements, leverage first right of refusal, and use valuation methods like EBITDA and multiples to prepare for a smooth transition. Brandon also shares a communication framework for hard conversations and a readiness checklist across legal, financial, and operational pillars.
What You'll Learn
- Why proactive, well-documented partnerships outperform reactive ones
- The key components of a strong partnership agreement (ownership, roles, compensation, dispute resolution)
- How to design exit and buyout provisions, including first right of refusal and third-party valuation
- Valuation essentials: EBITDA, multiples, goodwill, and patient panel value
- A framework for crucial conversations and documenting agreements
- Legal, financial, and operational readiness steps for planned or unplanned exits
- How to navigate partnership endings while preserving patient continuity and professionalism
Make clarity your competitive advantage—start your partnership health review and a “what if” conversation today. #PrivatePracticeSurvivalGuide #PartnershipExit #PracticeValuation #HealthcareEntrepreneurship #BuySellAgreement
Welcome to Private Practice Survival Guide Podcast hosted by Brandon Seigel! Brandon Seigel, President of Wellness Works Management Partners, is an internationally known private practice consultant with over fifteen years of executive leadership experience. Seigel's book "The Private Practice Survival Guide" takes private practice entrepreneurs on a journey to unlocking key strategies for surviving―and thriving―in today’s business environment. Now Brandon Seigel goes beyond the book and brings the same great tips, tricks, and anecdotes to improve your private practice in this companion podcast.
Get In Touch With Me
Podcast Website: https://www.privatepracticesurvivalguide.com/
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