EP290 - From Side Gig to Full-Time: Mastering Telemedicine with Air Academy
BootstrapMD - Physician Entrepreneurs Podcast with Dr. Mike Woo-Ming
Release Date: 04/23/2025
BootstrapMD - Physician Entrepreneurs Podcast with Dr. Mike Woo-Ming
Most physicians focus on creating content, but overlook one of the fastest ways to build trust, authority, and opportunities. In this episode of Bootstrap MD, Dr. Mike Woo-Ming reveals why podcast guesting can outperform social media, ads, and cold outreach by borrowing trust from established audiences and turning a single conversation into long-term leverage. Learn how to choose the right shows, become a memorable guest, and transform one appearance into referrals, partnerships, speaking engagements, and n
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Most physicians trap years of hard-won expertise inside the exam room. In this episode, Dr. Mike Woo-Ming reveals why starting a podcast before you need it creates income, optionality, authority, and unexpected opportunities. Learn how to turn your clinical knowledge into leverage without quitting medicine.
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💰 This episode is sponsored by Gelt:
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This episode is sponsored by NURP
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💰 This episode is sponsored by Gelt: Practice owners and physician entrepreneurs; your business needs a tax strategy, not just tax filing. Most CPAs handle compliance but miss optimization opportunities that could save you tens of thousands of dollars. With Gelt you get a dedicated CPA that focuses on tax strategy for complex financial situations, multiple entities, real estate, practice ownership. Plus a tech platform to streamline everything in one place. Built for physicians who think like ent
info_outlineBootstrapMD - Physician Entrepreneurs Podcast with Dr. Mike Woo-Ming
💰 This episode is sponsored by Gelt: Practice owners and physician entrepreneurs; your business needs a tax strategy, not just tax filing. Most CPAs handle compliance but miss optimization opportunities that could save you tens of thousands of dollars. With Gelt you get a dedicated CPA that focuses on tax strategy for complex financial situations, multiple entities, real estate, practice ownership. Plus a tech platform to streamline everything in one place. Built for physicians who think like entr
info_outlineBootstrapMD - Physician Entrepreneurs Podcast with Dr. Mike Woo-Ming
💰 This episode is sponsored by Gelt: Practice owners and physician entrepreneurs; your business needs a tax strategy, not just tax filing. Most CPAs handle compliance but miss optimization opportunities that could save you tens of thousands of dollars. With Gelt you get a dedicated CPA that focuses on tax strategy for complex financial situations, multiple entities, real estate, practice ownership. Plus a tech platform to streamline everything in one place. Built for physicians who think like entr
info_outlineBootstrapMD - Physician Entrepreneurs Podcast with Dr. Mike Woo-Ming
💰 This episode is sponsored by Gelt: Practice owners and physician entrepreneurs; your business needs a tax strategy, not just tax filing. Most CPAs handle compliance but miss optimization opportunities that could save you tens of thousands of dollars. With Gelt you get a dedicated CPA that focuses on tax strategy for complex financial situations, multiple entities, real estate, practice ownership. Plus a tech platform to streamline everything in one place. Built for physicians who think like entr
info_outlineBootstrapMD - Physician Entrepreneurs Podcast with Dr. Mike Woo-Ming
💰 This episode is sponsored by Gelt: Practice owners and physician entrepreneurs; your business needs a tax strategy, not just tax filing. Most CPAs handle compliance but miss optimization opportunities that could save you tens of thousands of dollars. With Gelt you get a dedicated CPA that focuses on tax strategy for complex financial situations, multiple entities, real estate, practice ownership. Plus a tech platform to streamline everything in one place. Built for physicians who think like e
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This episode is sponsored by GoTo: If your practice is losing patients to missed calls and front-desk burnout, you're not alone. Most independent practices miss around 30% of incoming calls, that's 30% of your patient pipeline walking to the clinic across the street. GoTo Connect consolidates your phones, patient messaging, video visits, and scheduling into one platform that helps you stay HIPAA-compliant. AI receptionist. EHR integration. No IT team required. Built specifically for physician-owned practi
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Telemedicine is transforming healthcare, and physicians are at the forefront of this revolution. In this episode, Dr. Mike Woo-Ming welcomes back Dr. Suneer Chander and Dr. Takashi Nakamura, founders of Air Physician Academy, to discuss how doctors can thrive in the telemedicine space. From obtaining multiple state licenses to diversifying income through multiple contracts, they share actionable insights on building a flexible, fulfilling, and profitable telemedicine career.
The duo also dives into the evolution of Air Physician Academy, which has trained over 110 physicians through its Elite and Launch programs. They debunk common misconceptions about telemedicine, highlight opportunities for specialists, and share success stories of doctors who've transitioned to thriving telemedicine careers. Whether you're curious about telemedicine as a side gig or ready to go all-in, this episode offers practical strategies to navigate the digital health landscape.
Three Actionable Takeaways:
- Pursue Multiple State Licenses – Expand your reach and income potential by obtaining licenses in multiple states. Use a licensing specialist to streamline the process and reduce administrative burdens.
- Diversify Income with 5-7 Contracts – Mitigate risk by working with multiple telemedicine companies as an independent contractor, ensuring flexibility and stability.
- Join a Community – Connect with like-minded physicians through programs like Air Physician Academy to share resources, templates, and insights for success in telemedicine.
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Start building your telemedicine career today. Learn more about Air Physician Academy at: www.bootstrapmd.com/air
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