Collaborating Docs

07/28/2025

The PA profession has evolved significantly over the past few decades, not only in the scope of practice but also in specialization.

While once defined predominantly by a generalist framework, today’s PA is often a highly skilled specialist embedded deeply within a complex clinical team.

This article is not a primer for new graduates or students, but rather a detailed guide aimed at professionals who are already embedded in the field, contemplating a specialty shift, training others, or shaping institutional policy.

Read the full blog post: https://collaboratingdocs.com/physician-assistant-specialties-a-comprehensive-guide/

07/27/2025

Want to grow your reach and build trust in your community?

Here are 3 powerful (and surprisingly simple) ways you can collaborate with other healthcare providers:

📍 Host a booth at a local health fair. Partner with a colleague to offer value-packed resources and make genuine face-to-face connections with potential patients.

💻 Go virtual. Think webinars, Q&As, or guest spots on podcasts—collaborate with other providers to educate and attract patients outside your zip code.

📝 Co-write content. Team up to publish an article in your local paper, or co-author a book or blog series. It builds credibility and showcases your collective expertise.

Whether you're just getting started or ready to scale, these small steps make a big impact.

Follow Collaborating Docs for more ways to grow your APC practice.

07/26/2025

"How long does it really take to become a nurse practitioner?” This is a deceptively complex question.

At face value, it might appear to be a matter of simply counting the years spent in school.

But in reality, it reflects a highly variable interplay of educational pathways, clinical readiness, regulatory requirements, and personal and professional development.

To learn more, read our full blog post:

As a practicing clinician and health systems educator, I am frequently asked by colleagues, students, and healthcare administrators: “How long does it really take to become a nurse practitioner?” This is a deceptively complex question. At face value, it might appear to be a matter of simply coun...

07/25/2025

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07/24/2025

It's time for our physician spotlight! Dr. Eme is a geriatric medicine physician helping patients in rehabilitation facilities.

He joined this field after watching his mother face months without medical answers, and he's been dedicated to improving care ever since.

What he values most is the opportunity to guide, support, and learn from nurse practitioners—and he encourages others to stay open to those relationships too.

When he's not working, Dr. Eme is traveling, going to the gym, or spending time with his wife and kids.

Thank you, Dr. Eme, for all that you do.

07/23/2025

NPs and PAs, have you been able to achieve work-life balance?

07/22/2025

Today is all about how to avoid a really big mistake we see happen a lot with new entrepreneurs: trying to do everything all at once.

If you're a nurse practitioner or a physician assistant just starting your practice, watch this video until the end.

07/21/2025

Healthcare businesses led by nurses can adopt a range of models, each with distinct operational and regulatory implications.

Selecting the right model requires alignment with clinical expertise, target demographics, cash flow expectations, and compliance constraints.

For more information on this topic, visit:
https://collaboratingdocs.com/healthcare-business-strategies-for-nurse-entrepreneurs/

07/20/2025

Want to build a profitable telemedicine practice as an Advanced Practice Clinician?

Here’s where to start ⬇️

- Nail down your target market. Who do you want to serve?

- Do your homework. Research telehealth regulations, software, and billing practices before you launch.

- Read. Take notes. Stay curious. Learn from other NP entrepreneurs, business books, and industry leaders.

- Make a game plan. Write down exactly how you’ll get from dream to reality.

- Use your business plan to track your progress. Adjust as needed, but always keep your goals in sight.

Starting your telemed practice can be one of the most empowering moves you make in your career—and you don’t have to do it alone.

Collaborating Docs and your collaborating physician are here to provide support and expert guidance when building your private practice.

07/19/2025

This article aims to dissect the surgical PA’s role in the OR with granularity that speaks directly to fellow clinicians, administrators, and surgical staff.

If you’re reading this, you are likely familiar with the basics, so this is not an elementary review.

Instead, we’ll explore our clinical, procedural, and administrative impact from pre-operative evaluation through post-operative care, with particular focus on intra-operative performance.

To learn more and read the full blog post visit:

As a surgical PA with extensive experience in high-acuity settings, I have seen the role of the surgical Physician Assistant evolve into a cornerstone of modern operative care. Our work is far from auxiliary. It is foundational, interwoven into the surgical process at every level. In the operating r...

07/18/2025

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07/17/2025

Finding a supervising physician shouldn’t be the hardest part of building your practice.

For Tonya Edmondson, PMHNP, cost and location made it feel nearly impossible–until she found Collaborating Docs.

We helped her expand her psychiatry practice in Ohio with resources that were reliable, accessible, and aligned with her goals.

Looking for a collaborating doctor who truly understands? We’ve got your back. Head to www.collaboratingdocs.com to get started.