Ep. 467 Independent IR Practice in Rural America with Dr. Frederick D. Johnson

Bringing more interventional radiology to rural America would benefit many patients who currently do not have access to minimally invasive, image guided medicine. In today's episode, Dr. Frederick Johnson, an interventional radiologist practicing in Thomasville, Georgia joins us to discuss the unique dynamics and challenges of setting up and maintaining a successful rural IR practice. --- CHECK OUT OUR SPONSOR Medtronic ClosureFast https://www.medtronic.com/us-en/c/cardiovascular/closurefast-rfa-system.html --- SYNPOSIS Dr. Johnson provides insights into the professional service agreement (PSA) model that allows his practice to maintain autonomy while collaborating with the local hospital. The episode explores the complexities of recruiting to a rural setting, maintaining a broad case mix, ensuring financial stability, and fostering professional satisfaction. The conversation highlights the importance of redefining independence and the benefits of integrating collaboration into IR practices. --- TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction 02:29 - Dr. Johnson’s Background and Journey 11:46 - Professional Service Agreement (PSA) Explained 18:48 - Daily Operations and Structure 24:19 - Teamwork in Rural Healthcare 30:35 - Recruitment and Growth 33:33 - Compensation and Financial Incentives 42:05 - Benefits of Small Town Living 44:34 - Advice for Aspiring Rural Healthcare Practitioners --- RESOURCES Vita Surgery/Vascular Website: https://vitadr.org/