Practice Management Companies: Profits Over People

If you feel like your local doctor is more of a salesman than a physician, you might have a problem. They might be practicing more than their craft—they may have bought into a practice management company or healthcare franchisor. These are large conglomerates that provide business infrastructure, branding, and aggressive sales systems.

Most likely, you have a local dentist, chiropractor, or even a pediatrician. You trust these healthcare professionals, and rightfully so. They have earned a doctorate in their area of specialty, and you’ve hired them to care for you and your family.

But here’s the question: Do they see you as a patient—or as a way to build and grow their profits? It’s a fine line between care and greed. Everyone chooses their profession to earn an honest living. But do practice management companies or healthcare groups take it too far?