April 08, 2025

Ep. 39: AMA With Dr. Duncan — Am I Ready to Bring on An Associate Doctor?

38 minutes

SUMMARY

This week, we are introducing a new episode series — Ask Me Anything with Dr. Duncan! In our inaugural AMA episode, Dr. Duncan answers listener questions about chiropractic business strategy — focusing on the challenges and strategies of hiring and training associate chiropractors. She shares personal insights on when to bring on an associate, how to train effectively, and what it takes to transition from treating chiropractor to CEO. The episode is a must-listen for any chiropractors who want to grow a practice and build structured systems for long-term practice success!

TAKEAWAYS

You’ll know it’s time to hire an associate chiropractor when your schedule is consistently full.

The first year with your first associate is challenging and demands substantial amounts of your time, but it is critical to ensure your new hire is trained properly.

A strong onboarding and proper x-ray training process are essential for scaling a business when it comes to hiring other chiropractors.

When hiring, character and coachability should be two of your primary considerations.

Transitioning from the primary clinician to a CEO role requires delegation and planning.

Your practice’s reputation depends on who you hire - so hire carefully! (And use our Chiropractic Hiring Funnel Guide!)

Mistakes in hiring are part of the growth process, but don’t wait too long to correct your mistake.

Are you ready to take your business or chiropractic practice to the next level? Enroll in our business growth course or apply for one-on-one coaching with Dr. Mary Frances Duncan!

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🎙 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-39-ama-with-dr-duncan/id1733151475?i=1000702699688

🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0nonoBZIOJo74nszuEes0b?si=tB7_A-T9SfCXAlyFIKc-BA

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By Dr. Mary Frances Duncan

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