Staffless Practice Success with Dr. Mike Merkt

In this conversation, Dr. Mike Merkt and Dr. John Stenberg discuss the concept of staffless practice in upper cervical chiropractic. Dr. Mike shares his journey into chiropractic and how he discovered the upper cervical technique. Both Dr. Mike and John have chosen to run staffless practices and discuss the pros and cons of this model. They emphasize the importance of having hobbies and interests outside of practice to maintain balance. They also discuss the need for systems and accountability in a staffless practice, as well as the value of community involvement and relationship marketing. In this conversation, Dr. Mike and John discuss the benefits and challenges of running a staffless chiropractic practice. They emphasize the importance of building trust and connection with patients, as well as transparent communication about treatment plans and costs. They also discuss the flexibility and efficiency that comes with a staffless practice, allowing for personalized care and the ability to adapt to individual patient needs. They share insights on scheduling, communication with patients via text, and the importance of discipline and self-motivation in managing a staffless practice. Overall, they highlight the potential for success and fulfillment in a staffless practice model. Takeaways Staffless practice is a viable model in chiropractic, allowing for more control and flexibility. Having hobbies and interests outside of practice is important for maintaining balance and preventing burnout. Systems and accountability are crucial in a staffless practice to ensure smooth operations. Community involvement and relationship marketing can help build trust and rapport with patients. Cash pay and focused clinical parameters are often associated with staffless practices in chiropractic. Building trust and connection with patients is crucial in a staffless practice. Transparent communication about treatment plans and costs is essential. A staffless practice offers flexibility and efficiency, allowing for personalized care and adaptation to individual patient needs. Discipline and self-motivation are key in managing a staffless practice. Scheduling and communication with patients via text can enhance the patient experience. A staffless practice can be successful and fulfilling, providing the opportunity for a lower overhead and higher net profit. Check out Dr. Mike on IG: @drmikemerkt Check out Dr. John on IG: @zenith_chiro