Navigating GP compensation has long been a heated topic, with both clinic owners and doctors feeling like they’re on opposite sides of a battle. But what if the real problem isn’t the GP, or the owner, but the system itself?

In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the financial mechanics of General Practice. We’re cutting through the noise to explore why the traditional "percentage split" debate is a distraction from the bigger issue — sustainability. 

Whether you're a Practice Owner trying to keep the lights on or a GP navigating contract negotiations, this conversation will give you a new perspective on what really matters.

In this episode of the Scale My Clinic Podcast, you’ll learn:

• Why the GP vs. owner battle is missing the real issue (00:57)
• How reducing service fees can backfire on both doctors and patients (05:07) 
• The ripple effects of underfunding and corporatization on general practice (15:23) 
• How to negotiate smarter for a long-term, sustainable career (27:55) 
• A game-changing tool to structure the ideal GP role (33:32) 

The future of General Practice depends on collaboration, not division. If we don’t find a way to work together, we risk losing control of the profession to larger corporate interests.

Join us as we dig deep into this crucial conversation and arm you with the insights to make informed decisions about your future in General Practice.

Resources

Free resource: GP Dream Role Creator - send a LinkedIn message to Dr Sachin Patel or Dr Todd Cameron

David Burkus

P.S. Whenever you're ready, here are 4 ways we can help you grow your General Practice without burning out:

1. Ask Us Anything (Free Support): Post your toughest Practice question in the SGPO Facebook Group and get answers from us + 1,000 Owners who "get it." [Click here]
2. Sharpen Your Skills: Join one of our regular live workshops. Practical, proven tactics for recruitment, team performance, and profit tailored to Owners juggling it all. [Click to Register]
3. Get the Blueprint: Watch the free Practice Success Blueprint Training; the proven roadmap Owners use to grow profit, reclaim time, build trusted teams, and protect legacy. [Watch Training Now]
4. Explore Working With Us: We partner hands-on with a select group of GP Owners each year. Your free Practice Growth Call is where we'll diagnose your biggest constraint, map next steps, and see if there's a fit to work together. [Click to Book Your Call]

Missed the previous Episode?

Listen to Episode 42 here: Labor Promises ‘Free’ General Practice—What This Means for Your Business