Best Blogs and ideas about Practice Development – David Staughton – practice consultant at SPEx – Specialist Practice Excellence, Melbourne Australia.
Top Tips for Plastic Surgeons Looking to Grow Your Plastic Surgery Practice Here are some great resources for Plastic Surgeons & Plastic Surgery Practice Managers interested in Practice Growth. Making the Cut by Dana Fox and Dr Gregory Evans – Published by ASPS in 2022 With over 50 years of combined experience in
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Here are the Best Books & Resources for Plastic Surgery Practice Management Private Practice MBA – Put Your Practice on Autopilot by Plastic Surgeon Dr Jeremy Pyle and Robbie Poe – Published in 2023 This comprehensive book provides practical advice and strategies for running a successful private plastic surgery practice. It covers topics such as
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Here is a comprehensive guide for plastic surgeons and plastic surgery industry professionals seeking to embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI-powered tools such as ChatGPT are revolutionising the workplace and industries including cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. Here is a great book to get you started using ChatGPT. Whether your goal is to refine your consultation process,
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AI Consultation Notetaking For Surgeons – Using AI-Enabled Medical Scribes In Your Practice Medical note-taking is an essential yet time-consuming aspect of healthcare, particularly for specialists like plastic surgeons who must meticulously document patient interactions, procedures, and follow-ups. The advent of AI medical scribes has revolutionized this process, providing efficient, accurate, and compliant solutions that
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Ideas from Bariatric Surgery that impact Plastic Surgeons Lessons from the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO) World Congress 2024, held from September 3-6, 2024, in Melbourne. As the largest global event of its kind, the congress attracted over 1,700 attendees from 96 countries, including top surgeons, researchers, and health
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How to Have a High-Performance Success Mindset in Your Specialist Practice If you feel happier and more positive – you’ll attract more success, better patients and positive people into your life. You’ll probably stay married and avoid a costly divorce. When you are highly stressed you make BAD decisions – you hire badly, attract negativity
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The Australian medical industry offers a unique range of complex challenges and business demands – and accountants with experience and in-depth knowledge of the medical industry provide the support and guidance needed for doctors and surgeons to reach professional and financial goals. This list showcases the best accountants and financial advisers for medical specialists in
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How to Master Recruiting and Build a Loyal “A TEAM” for your Practice The most VALUABLE thing you can do is to learn recruiting tips to choose better people and build a great team. Your staff can be the best investment you ever make or your biggest nightmare. The truth is that you need the
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Best Compression Garments for Plastic Surgery Post-Op Recovery in Australia Compression garments are a skin-tight garment worn after surgery to speed up the healing process and improve the surgical outcome. They work by applying constant pressure on the surgical site. This in turn can prevent fluid build-up, supports the area, and helps the wound heal
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Laser Device Suppliers for Australian Cosmetic Clinics and Medspas Having a treatment with a Laser device is increasingly popular in Australia for various aesthetic and medical conditions. The demand for non-surgical cosmetic services is booming. With so many companies and brands offering their state-of-the-art products, it can be challenging to understand and navigate the market.
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Cosmeceutical Skincare Brands For Specialist Clinics & Medspas Skincare is vital for your patients. Here is a comprehensive list of the best cosmeceutical brands in Australia offered in non-surgical clinics or medspas. ASAP ASAP is a dynamic cosmeceutical brand that offers a wide range of high-quality skincare products designed to cater to the needs of
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Best Cosmetic Surgery Patient Review Sites For Plastic Surgery Practices Every plastic surgeon spends most of their week performing surgeries and doing consultations and reviews. All of them have one single goal- to make their patients look and feel better. However, the satisfaction of the patient is not limited to surgical skill alone. Prospective New
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List of Injectables & Laser Clinic Groups in Australia & NZ The medaesthetics industry is booming in Australia and New Zealand – Are you looking for Injectables & Laser Clinic Groups? Here are some of the leading organisations. This is a summary and brief description of the many Groups of Laser/Injectables Clinics in Australia employing
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Best Leadership Books for Plastic Surgeons and Plastic Surgery Practice Managers As a leader of your Plastic Surgery Practice you need a wide selection of Skills & Talents – Here are some leadership books and resources on topics that can really help! Best Leadership Books on Being a Better Leader Managing your Mindset & Beliefs
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Plastic Surgeons that are Social Media Stars and Influencers Social Media has become a part of our daily lives. Most of us cannot imagine a life without social media. While on the one hand, it has urged people to talk about plastic surgeries openly; on the other hand, plastic surgeon influencers have become social media
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Tech Tips and Tools For Busy Specialist Practices Running a Specialist Practice means lots of time with patients and time spent organising information. Here are some of the best tech tips and tools to help. A minute saved is a minute earned – you can use these productivity tips to save time and get your
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Future of Cosmetic Surgery & Plastic Surgery Industry – Disruption, Growth and Challenges ahead CORPORATISATION, COMMODITISATION & CUSTOMER FOCUS The Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Marketplace is changing rapidly. Three of the biggest changes are disruption to the medical marketplace, the impact of a rise in competition and the critical need to focus on delivering a better
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Specialist Practice Excellence provides Mentoring and Training on Practice Operations, Patient Lead
Generation & Enquiry Conversion for Specialist Surgeon practices in Australia, UK and USA.
David Staughton is a Melbourne-based business growth strategist, keynote speaker, and certified consultant with 30+ years of experience across multiple industries. He helps specialist surgeons and small businesses improve operations, increase revenue, and build strong teams. David has delivered 750+ talks worldwide and holds CSP and CCEO credentials.
Michelle Staughton is a highly experienced Practice Consultant and Operations Coach who specialises in helping specialist medical and surgical practices run more smoothly and efficiently. With extensive experience in healthcare management, she focuses on improving patient experience, streamlining clinic operations, and supporting practice growth.
Brooklyn has over 8 years of experience in specialty consulting, focusing on business improvement and customer experience. She has worked in Reception, Enquiries, Consulting, and Accounts, giving her a strong understanding of the customer journey. As a mentor, she designs training programs that help teams deliver excellent service with confidence.
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