In Part 1 of a 2-episode conversation, IndeDocs President Dr. Marcelo Hochman talks with Dr. Arlen Meyers, President and CEO of the Society of Physician Entrepreneurs (SoPE) about the path to medical entrepreneurship, the personal, organizational, and systemic challenges that affect it, and some changes we can make to support the goal of saving private practice.

Dr. Arlen Meyers is a professor emeritus of otolaryngology, dentistry, and engineering at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, faculty at the University of Colorado-Denver Business School, and President and CEO of the Society of Physician Entrepreneurs (SoPE). He helps people get their biomedical ideas to patients by teaching, working with entrepreneurs and leading a global not for profit biomedical and clinical innovation and entrepreneurship network.

The Society of Physician Entrepreneurs (SoPE) is a global biomedical and healthcare innovation network with membership open to all healthcare professionals, entrepreneurs and industry stakeholders. Members include doctors, nurses, dentists, healthcare entrepreneurs, investors, engineers, academics, IT professionals and industry representatives. SoPE provides a platform for members to accelerate and catalyze innovation, as well as a separate supporting 501(c)(3) tax-exempt Foundation for scholarship and philanthropic endeavors to advance healthcare.  

SoPE’s peer-to-peer network empowers entrepreneurs by providing the education, connections, experience and funding opportunities necessary to commercialize ideas, inventions and discoveries. SoPE accelerates healthcare innovation by encouraging investment and support for new therapies and approaches, including drugs, devices, diagnostic tools, vaccines, digital health products, or business process innovations.

To learn more, please visit www.sopenet.org.

Dr. Hochman, President of IndeDocs, is a double Board-certified head, neck, and facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, founder of Charleston’s Facial Surgery Center, and Past President of the Charleston County Medical Society. He has continuously been listed in “The Best Doctors in America” and has received The Order Of The Palmetto – South Carolina’s highest award for his medical work. Specializing in cosmetic and reconstructive facial surgery, Dr. Hochman provides pro-bono care for children with vascular anomalies as the Founder and Medical Director of the Hemangioma International Treatment Center.  

Dr. Hochman and his wife of 20 years are parents to three adult sons and currently live in Charleston, South Carolina. When he’s not in the operating room, teaching, or championing healthcare reform, you can find him enjoying the perfect glass of wine or coffee, occasionally indulging his love of fine cigars, and listening to all genres of music on his porch.

IndeDocs (Independent Doctors of South Carolina) is an organization dedicated to preserving, protecting, and promoting the doctor/patient relationship through the independent practice of medicine in South Carolina.

Our goal as a non-profit 501 (c)(6) organization is to provide a network of support and connection for the South Carolina medical community so that independent providers can practice autonomous, patient-centered medicine while also benefiting from the advantages of being part of a larger group, with access to exclusive resources, networking avenues, pooled purchasing power, legislative advocacy, and more.

To learn more about our mission, our membership, or sponsorship opportunities, please visit us online at IndeDocs.com or contact us at IndeDocs.com/Contact for more information.

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In honor of Women in Medicine Month, in this episode IndeDocs Vice President Dr. Eveline (“Dede”) Waring talks with fellow female physicians Dr. Emily Darr, Dr. Piave Pitisci Lake, Dr. Joni Mazza, and Dr. Fiona Rahbar about how to navigate challenges, optimize resources, and find your superpowers as a woman in medicine.

Dr. Eveline “Dede” Waring has been practicing medicine since 1996 and since her board certification in 2001 has limited her practice to the specialty of endocrinology. From 2009 to 2013, she worked at Roper Physician Partners, heading up the Medical Subspecialty Committee. In 2014, Dr. Waring joined Palmetto Primary Care and started their Mount Pleasant office of Palmetto Endocrinology. In 2016, Dr. Waring purchased Carolina Endocrine Associates, a practice in existence for more than twenty years and located near Trident Hospital in North Charleston.

Dr. Waring is a leader in her professional community, serving as Past President of Carolinas Society of Endocrinologists and as a current board member of IndeDocs.

When she is not seeing patients, Dr. Waring enjoys spending time with her husband and son as well as family and friends. Her hobbies are hiking, tennis, fly fishing, cooking, reading, traveling and music. 

To learn more about Dr. Waring, visit https://glanddocs.com/providers/ 

Dr. Emily Darr is a physiatrist with a special interest in Spine. After injuring her shoulder playing volleyball as a student athlete, Dr. Darr became interested in Sports Medicine. She attended the University of Virginia, where she was trained in Physiatry, followed by the Medical University of South Carolina, where she went on to work in Orthopaedic Surgery and Physical Medicine for 10 years before transitioning to the South Carolina Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center. 

Dr. Darr is a recipient of the College of Charleston Alumnus of the year award as well as teaching excellence awards from the college of medicine at MUSC.

In her free time, Dr. Darr enjoys maintaining the ties to her athletic roots by playing beach volleyball multiple times a week. She is happily married with two children, aged 5 and 7.

Dr. Piave Pitisci Lake is a board-certified physician and psychiatrist who has maintained a private practice in the Charleston, SC area since January 2002. Dr. Lake specializes in treating the unique needs of individuals dealing with infertility, experiencing perinatal and postpartum mood problems, and mood disorders linked to hormonal changes. 

Dr. Lake earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Italian Literature from Bryn Mawr College in 1999 and her M. D. from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1997. She completed her residency in General Adult Psychiatry at the McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in Chicago in 2001 where she served as Co-Chief Resident during her fourth year of training. Dr. Lake also maintains membership in the American Psychiatric Association, the American Society of Reproductive Medicine, and the Mental Health Professional Group of ASRM. Dr. Lake served on the Executive Committee and Board of the MHPG from 2011-2018 and as Chair of MHPG in 2014-2015.

To learn more about Dr. Lake, visit https://drpiave.com/

Dr. Joni Mazza is a board-certified dermatologist and co-founder of Mara Dermatology. She completed her internship and dermatology residency at The Mount Sinai Hospital, where she also served as Chief Resident. She began her academic career as a founding member of the Northwell Health Dermatology Department in Long Island NY, where she also functioned as Assistant Program Director. In 2015, Dr. Mazza accepted a position at the Medical University of South Carolina. In addition to caring for patients, she worked closely with the residents and medical students and remains highly invested in their training and education as an Affiliate Clinical Assistant Professor for the University. She currently works for the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center at the Naval Health Clinic Charleston and is proud to treat both active duty service men and women and veterans.  

Dr. Mazza has numerous publications in peer-reviewed medical journals. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology and a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. She was awarded Best Dermatologist in Charleston in HealthLinks Charleston Magazine in 2021 and 2023 and Teacher of the Year by the MUSC Family Medicine Residents in 2023. She lives in Mount Pleasant with her husband and 3 children.

To learn more about Dr. Mazza, visit https://maradermatology.com/our-physicians

Dr. Fiona Rahbar is a board-certified dermatologist and co-founder of Mara Dermatology. She completed undergraduate studies in Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology at the University of Pennsylvania and Emory University and earned her medical degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. Her residency training in dermatology was with the University of Virginia, where she served as Chief Resident. Upon completion of training Dr. Rahbar gained experience in Virginia and NYC before building roots in South Carolina, where she co-founded Mara Dermatology.

Dr. Rahbar is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and a diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology.

In her free time she loves to spend time outdoors with her friends and family, including her two daughters and dog Luna. She is a certified yoga instructor and has an interest in integrative medicine.  

IndeDocs (Independent Doctors of South Carolina) is an organization dedicated to preserving, protecting, and promoting the doctor/patient relationship through the independent practice of medicine in South Carolina.

Our goal as a non-profit 501 (c)(6) organization is to provide a network of support and connection for the South Carolina medical community so that independent providers can practice autonomous, patient-centered medicine while also benefiting from the advantages of being part of a larger group, with access to exclusive resources, networking avenues, pooled purchasing power, legislative advocacy, and more.

To learn more about our mission, our membership, or sponsorship opportunities, please visit us online at IndeDocs.com or contact us at IndeDocs.com/Contact for more information.

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In this episode, IndeDocs Vice President Dr. Eveline (“Dede”) Waring talks with fellow board member Dr. Morris Brown about three steps to building a million dollar practice while also elevating the quality of patient care and maintaining work-life balance.

Dr. Morris Edward Brown, III, MD is the medical director of Lake City Family Medicine, LLC and Family Medicine Associates, LLC.  He received a B.S in Chemistry (Magna Cum laude) from Norfolk State University, earned his doctorate degree with distinction from Eastern Virginia Medical School, and completed his residency training at Portsmouth Family Medicine Residency, Eastern Virginia Graduate School of Medicine.

Though he’s from Virginia, Brown has lived and worked in South Carolina for nearly three decades and is renowned for his dedication to providing healthcare in rural areas. 

He and his wife Bonnilyn have three daughters, two sons, and four grandsons and are proud to call South Carolina home.

Dr. Eveline “Dede” Waring has been practicing medicine since 1996 and since her board certification in 2001 has limited her practice to the specialty of endocrinology. From 2009 to 2013, she worked at Roper Physician Partners, heading up the Medical Subspecialty Committee. In 2014, Dr. Waring joined Palmetto Primary Care and started their Mount Pleasant office of Palmetto Endocrinology. In 2016, Dr. Waring purchased Carolina Endocrine Associates, a practice in existence for more than twenty years and located near Trident Hospital in North Charleston.

Dr. Waring is a leader in her professional community, serving as Past President of Carolinas Society of Endocrinologists and as a current board member of IndeDocs.

When she is not seeing patients, Dr. Waring enjoys spending time with her husband and son as well as family and friends. Her hobbies are hiking, tennis, fly fishing, cooking, reading, traveling and music. 

IndeDocs (Independent Doctors of South Carolina) is an organization dedicated to preserving, protecting, and promoting the doctor/patient relationship through the independent practice of medicine in South Carolina.

Our goal as a non-profit 501 (c)(6) organization is to provide a network of support and connection for the South Carolina medical community so that independent providers can practice autonomous, patient-centered medicine while also benefiting from the advantages of being part of a larger group, with access to exclusive resources, networking avenues, pooled purchasing power, legislative advocacy, and more.

To learn more about our mission, our membership, or sponsorship opportunities, please visit us online at IndeDocs.com or contact us at IndeDocs.com/Contact for more information.

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In this episode, IndeDocs podcast producer Jenna Leith talks with Rebekah Lockhart, founder and owner of Uplift Marketing, about how to market your independent practice and why doing so is in the best interest of both your business and your patients.

Rebekah is the founder and owner of Uplift Marketing Group, a full-service marketing agency based in Mount Pleasant, SC which specializes in empowering independent healthcare providers to thrive in a competitive landscape. Under her leadership, Uplift Marketing Group has become renowned for understanding the unique challenges of independent practices and tailoring expert solutions to elevate brands, drive patient growth, and build lasting community connections. 

Rebekah takes a hands-on approach to promoting and maximizing profitability for independent medical practices and other service providers throughout South Carolina and is passionate about protecting a patient’s right (and ability) to receive autonomous, personalized care.  She is dedicated to her community and currently serves on the board of Postpartum Support Charleston and is an advisory board member for Lowcountry Ovarian Cancer Alliance.

Rebekah lives with her family in Mount Pleasant, SC and enjoys tennis, yoga, and photography. 

Jenna is most in her element when creating things, whether a project gameplan, a magazine layout, or a podcast!  She has an extensive background in theatrical and event production, small business operations, and project management, among other endeavors.  In addition to heading the IndeDocs Podcast and its other publications, she runs daily operations for the organization and proudly supports its mission to preserve, promote, and protect the practice of independent medicine.

Jenna loves movies, logic puzzles, estate sale treasure hunts, and playing with cute animals.

IndeDocs (Independent Doctors of South Carolina) is an organization dedicated to preserving, protecting, and promoting the doctor/patient relationship through the independent practice of medicine in South Carolina.

Our goal as a non-profit 501 (c)(6) organization is to provide a network of support and connection for the South Carolina medical community so that independent providers can practice autonomous, patient-centered medicine while also benefiting from the advantages of being part of a larger group, with access to exclusive resources, networking avenues, pooled purchasing power, legislative advocacy, and more.

To learn more about our mission, our membership, or sponsorship opportunities, please visit us online at IndeDocs.com or contact us at IndeDocs.com/Contact for more information.

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In this episode, IndeDocs board member Dr. Daniel Rosner sits down with Dr. Brian Roberts and Dr. Jesse Putman to discuss their experiences of physician employment within private equity and hospital systems and the insight they have for anyone considering the same.

Dr. Brian Roberts graduated from University of Virginia - Charlottesville VA in 1992 followed by residency at Georgetown University Medical Center and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. A highly-respected physician certified by the American Board of Urology, he is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and received first prize in the Washington Urologic Society Research Competition.

Dr. Roberts is active in numerous clinical research trials and is certified by the Association of Clinical Research Professionals as a Certified Clinical Investigator. His areas of special interest include urologic oncology, minimally invasive and robotic surgery, female pelvic reconstruction, urinary dysfunction, and stone disease.  He lives and works in Myrtle Beach, SC.

Dr. Jesse Putman is a board-certified orthopedic trauma surgeon based in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. He grew up in Valdez, Alaska and earned a degree in Civil/Structural engineering from University of Alaska Anchorage. He received his medical degree from Touro University California College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency and fellowship at Michigan State University and the University of Oklahoma, respectively.

Dr. Putman is a TOUCH Gold Award recipient (presented to those who have contributed 100+ hours of volunteer service), a past adjunct clinical faculty member at Michigan State University, and is currently a member of both the Orthopaedic Trauma Association and the American Osteopathic Association.  He believes that approaching each patient interaction with patience and empathy is an integral part of providing optimal, comprehensive care.

When he is not working, Dr. Putman can be found spending time with his family and enjoying his interests in aviation, kitesurfing, fishing, biking, guitar, and world travel.

Dr. Daniel Rosner is a skilled and highly-respected Otolaryngologist who has been practicing for over three decades.  He received his undergraduate degree at George Washington University in Washington, D.C. and completed his residency and medical school at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. 

A board-certified ENT, Dr. Rosner has been a trusted practitioner at Coastal Carolina Otolaryngology since 1995 where he specializes in head and neck surgery and otolaryngology.

Dr. Rosner serves on the Board of Directors for IndeDocs and proudly supports its mission to connect, support, and advocate for independent practitioners throughout South Carolina.  He grew up in Charleston and spends his free time there with his wife and son.

IndeDocs (Independent Doctors of South Carolina) is an organization dedicated to preserving, protecting, and promoting the doctor/patient relationship through the independent practice of medicine in South Carolina.

Our goal as a non-profit 501 (c)(6) organization is to provide a network of support and connection for the South Carolina medical community so that independent providers can practice autonomous, patient-centered medicine while also benefiting from the advantages of being part of a larger group, with access to exclusive resources, networking avenues, pooled purchasing power, legislative advocacy, and more.

To learn more about our mission, our membership, or sponsorship opportunities, please visit us online at IndeDocs.com or contact us at IndeDocs.com/Contact for more information.

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In this episode, IndeDocs President Dr. Marcelo Hochman talks with Dr. Jeris Cox, owner of Adore Fertility, about her transition from practicing medicine within the military system to setting up her own practice and the tips, resources, and perspective she’s found along the way.

Dr. Jeris Cox is a highly qualified fertility specialist with board certifications in Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility from the American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology (ABOG). She completed a prestigious reproductive endocrinology and infertility fellowship at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in 2015, following her OB/GYN residency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center where she served on active duty.

During her fellowship, Dr. Cox received multiple awards from the American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) and the American College of Obstetrics & Gynecology (ACOG) for her exceptional research, papers, and presentations. She then spearheaded the establishment of a fertility clinic at Fort Belvoir Community Hospital, where she provided critical fertility services to military members and their families, earning the Joint Service Commendation Medal for her efforts.  Dr. Cox has been widely published in renowned medical journals and remains dedicated to advancing the field of reproductive medicine.

Dr. Cox served as an active-duty Major in the Army for 12 years, retiring in 2020 to pursue her dream of practicing medicine in a private practice setting on her own terms.  With some perseverance and a little luck, she opened her fertility practice in Charleston, SC in 2021.   At Adore Fertility, she focuses on providing compassionate, female-centered fertility care at the lowest cost in the Southeast. Her passion for helping families grow is evident in her commitment to her patients and community, making parenthood accessible, possible, and affordable for all.

Dr. Hochman, President of IndeDocs, is a double Board-certified head, neck, and facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, founder of Charleston’s Facial Surgery Center, and Past President of the Charleston County Medical Society. He has continuously been listed in “The Best Doctors in America” and has received The Order Of The Palmetto – South Carolina’s highest award for his medical work. Specializing in cosmetic and reconstructive facial surgery, Dr. Hochman provides pro-bono care for children with vascular anomalies as the Founder and Medical Director of the Hemangioma International Treatment Center.  

Dr. Hochman and his wife of 20 years are parents to three adult sons and currently live in Charleston, South Carolina. When he’s not in the operating room, teaching, or championing healthcare reform, you can find him enjoying the perfect glass of wine or coffee, occasionally indulging his love of fine cigars, and listening to all genres of music on his porch.

IndeDocs (Independent Doctors of South Carolina) is an organization dedicated to preserving, protecting, and promoting the doctor/patient relationship through the independent practice of medicine in South Carolina.

Our goal as a non-profit 501 (c)(6) organization is to provide a network of support and connection for the South Carolina medical community so that independent providers can practice autonomous, patient-centered medicine while also benefiting from the advantages of being part of a larger group, with access to exclusive resources, networking avenues, pooled purchasing power, legislative advocacy, and more.

To learn more about our mission, our membership, or sponsorship opportunities, please visit us online at IndeDocs.com or contact us at IndeDocs.com/Contact for more information.

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In this episode, IndeDocs board member Dr. Morris Brown talks with Public Health Community Engagement Manager Regina Nesmith-Dimery about the challenges and future of rural medicine in South Carolina and what we can do today to affect positive change.

Regina holds a Master of Science Degree in Nutritional Sciences and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry Education, both from South Carolina State University.  She has worked in the field of Health Education at the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC) for over 30 years, facilitating programs such as Williamsburg County R.O.A.D.S. (Rural Advocacy and Direct Services) Team and Project I.D.E.A.S. (Improving Decisions through Education and Awareness).  She also operated as Community Outreach Services Coordinator for Williamsburg and Horry counties, coordinated the Closing the Health Gap on Infant Mortality and WISEWOMAN Programs in DHEC Region 6, and served as the Director of Health Education in DHEC Region 6 for over ten years. 

Regina is now a member of the Pee Dee Public Health Region Community Engagement Team and serves on numerous boards and coalitions including the Williamsburg County Interagency Council, Lee County First Steps to School Readiness Partnership Board, Lake City/Lower Florence Coalition, Lee County RLI/Interagency Coalition, Florence County Coalition for Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Prevention and the Local Maternal Health Safety Workgroup for the AIM CCI project funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). 

Regina and her husband Alvin live in Kingstree, South Carolina.

Dr. Morris Edward Brown, III, MD is the medical director of Lake City Family Medicine, LLC and Family Medicine Associates, LLC.  He received a B.S in Chemistry (Magna Cum laude) from Norfolk State University, earned his doctorate degree with distinction from Eastern Virginia Medical School, and completed his residency training at Portsmouth Family Medicine Residency, Eastern Virginia Graduate School of Medicine.

Though he’s from Virginia, Brown has lived and worked in South Carolina for nearly three decades and is renowned for his dedication to providing healthcare in rural areas. 

He and his wife Bonnilyn have three daughters, two sons, and four grandsons and are proud to call South Carolina home.

IndeDocs (Independent Doctors of South Carolina) is an organization dedicated to preserving, protecting, and promoting the doctor/patient relationship through the independent practice of medicine in South Carolina.

Our goal as a non-profit 501 (c)(6) organization is to provide a network of support and connection for the South Carolina medical community so that independent providers can practice autonomous, patient-centered medicine while also benefiting from the advantages of being part of a larger group, with access to exclusive resources, networking avenues, pooled purchasing power, legislative advocacy, and more.

To learn more about our mission, our membership, or sponsorship opportunities, please visit us online at IndeDocs.com or contact us at IndeDocs.com/Contact for more information.

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In this episode, IndeDocs President Dr. Marcelo Hochman talks with Dr. Juliette Walker, owner of Paragon Pediatrics, about her experience operating a solo medical practice.  Dr. Walker shares insight into the business structure, technology, and communication tools which allow her to minimize overhead and provide streamlined, concierge-style care to her patients.

Dr. Juliette Walker is a board-certified pediatrician whose zeal for science and medicine sprung forth in her youth while growing up in sunny South Florida. With an innate love and passion for children, she was certain that pediatrics was the specialty she wanted to pursue. After completing her pediatric residency training in NYC at Mount Sinai, Bronx Care, she established an affiliation with Weill-Cornell / New York Presbyterian Hospital as an Assistant Professor and worked in private practice throughout the NYC boroughs before relocating to South Carolina. She began her next role as a traditional pediatric attending at a community hospital and quickly took on the role as a preceptor for resident physicians and medical students from Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine. She later founded Paragon Pediatrics in order to fully realize her goal of providing meaningful, personalized care and optimizing the value in the doctor-patient relationship.

If you’re local to Charleston, you may bump into Dr. Walker while she enjoys the town with her husband and two children, but never without her asking about your kids first.

Dr. Marcelo Hochman, President of IndeDocs, is a double Board-certified head, neck, and facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, founder of Charleston’s Facial Surgery Center, and Past President of the Charleston County Medical Society. He has continuously been listed in “The Best Doctors in America” and has received The Order Of The Palmetto – South Carolina’s highest award for his medical work. Specializing in cosmetic and reconstructive facial surgery, Dr. Hochman provides pro-bono care for children with vascular anomalies as the Founder and Medical Director of the Hemangioma International Treatment Center.  

Dr. Hochman and his wife of 20 years are parents to three adult sons and currently live in Charleston, South Carolina. When he’s not in the operating room, teaching, or championing healthcare reform, you can find him enjoying the perfect glass of wine or coffee, occasionally indulging his love of fine cigars, and listening to all genres of music on his porch.

IndeDocs (Independent Doctors of South Carolina) is an organization dedicated to preserving, protecting, and promoting the doctor/patient relationship through the independent practice of medicine in South Carolina.

Our goal as a non-profit 501 (c)(6) organization is to provide a network of support and connection for the South Carolina medical community so that independent providers can practice autonomous, patient-centered medicine while also benefiting from the advantages of being part of a larger group, with access to exclusive resources, networking avenues, pooled purchasing power, legislative advocacy, and more.

To learn more about our mission, our membership, or sponsorship opportunities, please visit us online at IndeDocs.com or contact us at IndeDocs.com/Contact for more information.

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In this episode, Dr. Eveline Waring and Lisa Thomas (a partner at the law firm of Husch Blackwell) discuss the often-confusing area of legal contracts with regards to independent practice.  Lisa gives expert guidance on how to navigate termination provisions, restrictive covenants, buyouts, partnership agreements, and more, and shares her thoughts on some of the biggest mistakes to avoid when it comes to approaching legal issues as an independent practitioner.

If you’re in need of legal services for your practice and would like to connect with Lisa, she can be reached at [email protected].

A partner at the law firm of Husch Blackwell, Lisa Thomas is a trusted advisor to clients across the healthcare industry who are contemplating major strategic initiatives to enhance their businesses in a rapidly evolving marketplace.

Lisa has served as a trusted advisor to healthcare providers for over three decades, helping industry leaders overcome the challenges of a constantly changing marketplace. She routinely tackles her clients’ major strategic events, such as joint ventures, strategic alliances, and reorganizations, as well as providing day-to-day legal advice addressing critical areas of concern, including fraud and abuse, enrollment and certification, Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, managed care contracting, hospital-physician alignment strategies, and privacy and governance issues.

Lisa practices from Charleston, South Carolina and is a frequent speaker and author, having provided numerous articles and presentations for American Health Lawyers Association (AHLA), the South Carolina Hospital Association, and several physician specialty associations.

Dr. Eveline “Dede” Waring has been practicing medicine since 1996 and since her board certification in 2001 has limited her practice to the specialty of endocrinology. From 2009 to 2013, she worked at Roper Physician Partners, heading up the Medical Subspecialty Committee. In 2014, Dr. Waring joined Palmetto Primary Care and started their Mount Pleasant office of Palmetto Endocrinology. In 2016, Dr. Waring purchased Carolina Endocrine Associates, a practice in existence for more than twenty years and located near Trident Hospital in North Charleston.

Dr. Waring is a leader in her professional community, serving as Past President of Carolinas Society of Endocrinologists and as a current board member of IndeDocs.

When she is not seeing patients, Dr. Waring enjoys spending time with her husband and son as well as family and friends. Her hobbies are hiking, tennis, fly fishing, cooking, reading, traveling and music. 

IndeDocs (Independent Doctors of South Carolina) is an organization dedicated to preserving, protecting, and promoting the doctor/patient relationship through the independent practice of medicine in South Carolina.

Our goal as a non-profit 501 (c)(6) organization is to provide a network of support and connection for the South Carolina medical community so that independent providers can practice autonomous, patient-centered medicine while also benefiting from the advantages of being part of a larger group, with access to exclusive resources, networking avenues, pooled purchasing power, legislative advocacy, and more.

To learn more about our mission, our membership, or sponsorship opportunities, please visit us online at IndeDocs.com or contact us at IndeDocs.com/Contact for more information.

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For an inside look at independent medicine in South Carolina, we invite you to check out the new podcast series from IndeDocs, an organization dedicated to connecting and empowering independent physicians and the community that supports them.

Each episode takes a deep-dive look into a variety of topics examining the ins and outs of independent practice — what’s working, what isn’t, and how we can operate together to elevate independent medicine in South Carolina for providers and patients alike.