In this episode of The Business of Better podcast, Dr. John Chuback sits down with Dr. Sanjiv Lakhanpal, Founder, President, and CEO of Center for Vein Restoration, to explore his journey from accomplished cardiac surgeon and vein specialist to visionary entrepreneur. Dr. Lakhanpal shares how he transitioned from hospital-based heart surgery to building one of the nation’s largest networks of vein care centers, now spanning more than 100 locations. He offers candid insights into the challenges of scaling a medical practice, from unlearning limiting perspectives to building a team and culture capable of delivering excellent care at scale.

Dr. Lakhanpal also discusses the importance of humility, mentorship, and financial discipline in entrepreneurship. From keeping expenses low in the early days to learning when to delegate and trust others, his advice is a masterclass for anyone seeking to grow in business while maintaining personal joy and purpose.

If you’re a physician considering starting a business, a budding health & wellness entrepreneur, or a professional looking to navigate the challenges of business growth in medicine, this episode is for you.

Connect with Dr. Lakhanpal:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-sanjiv-lakhanpal/
Center for Vein Restoration: https://www.centerforvein.com/our-clinics/staff/sanjiv-lakhanpal#:~:text=Sanjiv%20Lakhanpal%2C%20MD%2C%20FACS%2C,in%20empowering%20those%20around%20him.

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On this episode of the Business of Better podcast, our host, Dr. John Chuback, sits down with Dr. Neal Lonky, a physician, inventor, and entrepreneur who turned clinical insight into market-ready innovation. A practicing OB/GYN, clinical professor at the University of California, and former director at Kaiser Permanente, Dr. Lonky is the founder and CEO of Histologics, a medical device company whose primary objective is to advance the field of tissue sampling into the 21st century.  Histologics developed Kylon, a medical fabric now widely used in cervical biopsies and advanced wound care. In this episode, Dr. Lonky shares his journey of building a successful medical device company through patient-focused design and mission-driven growth.

Dr. Chuback and Dr. Lonky talk about the realities of medical entrepreneurship—navigating patent law for inventions, working with investors, and designing products that serve both patients and providers. With a strong focus on affordability, access, and quality, Dr. Lonky explains his philosophy of value-driven innovation and offers practical advice to anyone in healthcare looking to bring a new idea to life.

Connect with Dr. Lonky: 
Email: [email protected]
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neal-lonky-md-mph-583ba614/
Histologics: https://histologics.com/

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Join us on this episode of The Business of Better as our host, Dr. John Chuback, welcomes onto the podcast Dr. Paul Fedak, an esteemed cardiac surgeon, research scientist, speaker, and medtech consultant, and academic strategist who's turning his clinical insight into thought leadership and innovation in healthcare.  After a spinal injury ended his surgical career, he pivoted from the operating room to building a platform that brings awareness to the importance of striking the balance between professional excellence required of surgeons and maintaining a sense of self-care and wellness, as well as the challenges that surgeons can face mentally and physically during their careers and how to handle them.  Dr. Fedak explains how he's exploring how to use storytelling, coaching, and formal leadership training to help hospitals, health systems, and healthcare professionals solve problems that don’t have a scalpel-based solution.

Dr. Chuback and Dr. Fedak discuss what surgeons often get wrong about leadership, why burnout is as much a physical issue as a mental one, and how physicians can start to think like entrepreneurs—without quitting their day jobs. Dr. Fedak also shares insights from his work as a Chief Medical Officer for a medtech startup, lessons learned from building his platform, and why clinicians need better tools for negotiation, conflict resolution, and long-range thinking.

If you're interested in physician leadership, innovation in health & wellness industries, or transitioning from clinical to corporate, this is a must-watch.

Connect with Dr. Fedak:
Email: [email protected]
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-w-m-fedak-md-b833b417a/

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In this episode of The Business of Better podcast, Dr. John Chuback speaks with renowned vascular surgeon Dr. Jose Almeida about what it really takes to succeed—inside and outside of medicine. From launching the International Vein Congress––one of the world’s leading venous medicine conferences––to running a surgical training program and clinical trials in the Dominican Republic and even working toward opening a medical gym, Dr. Almeida shares candid lessons from his entrepreneurial journey: the wins, the failures, and everything in between.

Their conversation explores how physicians can take on meaningful work beyond traditional practice—whether by building educational platforms, navigating the challenges of clinical innovation, or taking risks in completely new arenas. Dr. Almeida reflects on adapting to change, learning through setbacks, and staying committed to personal and professional growth. It’s an inspiring look into how to embrace challenges and growth to build a meaningful, mission-driven career.

Connect with Dr. Almeida:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/josealmeidamd/

Check out the International Vein Congress (IVC):
https://ivcmiami.com/

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Join us this episode of The Business of Better podcast for an inspiring conversation with Jan Sloves, RVT, RCS, FASE, an esteemed registered vascular technologist with over 30 years of experience and a globally recognized leader in vascular imaging and education. Jan is also the visionary behind Ultrasound Unlocked, a groundbreaking online platform transforming vascular ultrasound education worldwide. With a unique blend of clinical expertise and entrepreneurial spirit, Jan demonstrates the passion and discipline needed to build an innovative business that strives to advance patient care.

In this engaging and insightful discussion, Jan shares how he built his platform Ultrasound Unlocked from scratch—entirely self-funded and powered by vision, determination, and the guidance of a trusted business coach and mentor. He opens up about the early mornings, hard work, and relentless drive it takes to grow a solo venture while juggling clinical work. Through providing world-class education and growing a worldwide community, Jan is building something special—and he’s doing it with intention, grit, and heart.

Whether you’re a healthcare professional dreaming of entrepreneurship or simply curious about what it takes to build something meaningful from the ground up, Jan’s journey is packed with honest wisdom, practical advice, and a contagious enthusiasm that will ignite your own passion for growth.

Connect with Jan:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jan-sloves-rvt-rcs-fase-48163820/
Ultrasound Unlocked: https://ultrasoundunlocked.com/index

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In this inspiring episode of The Business of Better podcast, Dr. John Chuback interviews Dr. Tracy Kimball, a wound-care specialist with a passion for entrepreneurship. Dr. Kimball shares her incredible journey from her medical training to founding the Wish Clinic, offering insights on how change is inevitable in both medicine and life. She opens up about the challenges of balancing family life during rigorous training, pivoting careers, and transitioning into entrepreneurship. Learn how embracing change and the power of self-actualization helped Dr. Kimball create a successful clinical practice focused on wound care and holistic patient services. Don’t miss Dr. Kimball’s powerful advice on overcoming obstacles, finding your true calling, and using your skills to impact more lives!

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