Launch Your Healthcare Business
with SBDC’s Expertise
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From Clinician to CEO – Get the information and skills clinicians and practice managers need to build a business plan and execute with SBDC’s Healthcare Business Training Program.
This training program is in partnership with AWS. Learn more about AWS here.
2026 Registration is now open for the SBDC Health Cohort
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Are you a healthcare professional wanting to join a cohort of like-minded peers? Sign up for the next SBDC Health Cohort Program!
Step 1: Complete the SBDC Health Application form below
Step 2: Fee Required for program (10 webinars, 10 office hours) – $199. Please pay fee on our storefront link
Step 3: Once payment is received, you will be officially enrolled in the program and receive instructions on next steps
Schedule for SBDC Health
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1/28/26 – Session 1 – Business Plan Overview & Resource Planning
2/4/26 – Session 2 – Values Clarity & Mission Focus for Small
2/11/26 – Session 3 – Medical Billing
2/18/26 – Session 4 – HR – AB5 law and contractors
2/25/26 – Session 5 – Marketing & Branding
3/4/26 – Session 6 – Access to Capital
3/11/26 – Session 7 – Financial Management
3/18/26 – Session 8 – AI overview
3/25/26 – Session 9 – AWS
3/26/26 – Pitch Prep
4/1/26 – Session 10 – Pitch Opportunity 1
4/2/26 – Pitch Opportunity 2
*Office hours available on Thursdays from 12-1pm
Are you a healthcare professional with a small but growing practice or perhaps dreaming of starting your own medical practice?
Let the Norcal SBDC guide you every step of the way. Over ten interactive webinar sessions, you’ll gain insider tips from SBDC advisors and network with a cohort of like-minded peers. All for only $199.00. Additional office hours provide customized support to tackle individual business hurdles.
podcast
Introducing: “If Healthcare Were a Business” Podcast Series
Welcome to SBDC Health’s groundbreaking podcast series, “If Healthcare Were a Business.” We’re diving deep into the world where healing meets entrepreneurship, exploring the unique challenges and opportunities faced by healthcare professionals running their own practices.
Stay tuned for our upcoming episodes featuring inspiring stories, expert tips, and transformative ideas that will help you build a thriving healthcare business without compromising your values or patient care.
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From Clinician to CEO: Navigating Healthcare Leadership with Dr. Carrie Griffin
by Dr. Brian Mistler on September 26, 2024 at 6:41 pm
Dr. Carrie Griffin, CEO of the Center for New Growth, shares insights on transitioning from physician to healthcare leader. She discusses balancing mission and margin, avoiding burnout, implementing AI in practice, and finding support as a leader. Dr. Griffin offers practical advice for clinicians stepping into administrative roles and navigating the complexities of running a healthcare business while maintaining ethical, patient-centered care.
Our 10-week online SBDC Health Learning Program helps clinician entrepreneurs:
- Develop a full business plan
- Navigate private practice paperwork and requirements
- Achieve financial sustainability
- Fundraise for future growth
- Build intentional workplace cultures
- Market your services digitally
- Ace human resources
- Attract ideal clients
Join SBDC Health
This is more than just a course; it’s a transformational journey. Live participation is required for the 1-hour Wednesday workshops to earn your completion certificate.
Registration now open for the SBDC Health Cohort Program for January 28th, 2026!
Want to be part of the next inspiring round of SBDC Health?
Discover what it takes to go from Clinician to CEO in 10 weeks.
Spaces are limited, sign up for updates so don’t miss your chance to be part of this empowering experience.
