Ep296 – How Doctors Are Monetizing Their Expertise in the Creator Economy
BootstrapMD - Physician Entrepreneurs Podcast with Dr. Mike Woo-Ming
Release Date: 06/04/2025
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BootstrapMD - Physician Entrepreneurs Podcast with Dr. Mike Woo-Ming
This episode is sponsored by . Lightstone DIRECT invites you to partner with a $12B AUM real estate institution as you grow your portfolio. Access the same single-asset multifamily and industrial deals Lightstone pursues with its own capital – Lightstone co-invests a minimum of 20% in each deal alongside individual investors like you. You’re an institution. Time to invest like one. _____________ This Episode is also sponsored by Ryze Health Every minute counts in medicine—so why waste it on clunky admin work? With Ryze Health, practice management becomes effortless. Our all-in-one...
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EP320: Ten Reasons Why Every Physician Needs a Mentor
BootstrapMD - Physician Entrepreneurs Podcast with Dr. Mike Woo-Ming
This episode is sponsored by . Lightstone DIRECT invites you to partner with a $12B AUM real estate institution as you grow your portfolio. Access the same single-asset multifamily and industrial deals Lightstone pursues with its own capital – Lightstone co-invests a minimum of 20% in each deal alongside individual investors like you. You’re an institution. Time to invest like one. _____________ This Episode is also sponsored by Ryze Health Every minute counts in medicine—so why waste it on clunky admin work? With Ryze Health, practice management becomes effortless. Our all-in-one...
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EP319: Inside the Room - What Really Happens in Millionaire Masterminds
BootstrapMD - Physician Entrepreneurs Podcast with Dr. Mike Woo-Ming
This episode is sponsored by . Lightstone DIRECT invites you to partner with a $12B AUM real estate institution as you grow your portfolio. Access the same single-asset multifamily and industrial deals Lightstone pursues with its own capital – Lightstone co-invests a minimum of 20% in each deal alongside individual investors like you. You’re an institution. Time to invest like one. _____________ This Episode is also sponsored by Ryze Health Every minute counts in medicine—so why waste it on clunky admin work? With Ryze Health, practice management becomes effortless. Our all-in-one...
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EP318: Seven Steps to Building a Patient Funnel That Converts (Without Ads)
BootstrapMD - Physician Entrepreneurs Podcast with Dr. Mike Woo-Ming
This episode is sponsored by . Lightstone DIRECT invites you to partner with a $12B AUM real estate institution as you grow your portfolio. Access the same single-asset multifamily and industrial deals Lightstone pursues with its own capital – Lightstone co-invests a minimum of 20% in each deal alongside individual investors like you. You’re an institution. Time to invest like one. _____________ This Episode is also sponsored by Ryze Health Every minute counts in medicine—so why waste it on clunky admin work? With Ryze Health, practice management becomes effortless. Our all-in-one...
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EP317: Five Emerging Business Models for Physician Entrepreneurs
BootstrapMD - Physician Entrepreneurs Podcast with Dr. Mike Woo-Ming
This episode is sponsored by Lightstone DIRECT invites you to partner with a $12B AUM real estate institution as you grow your portfolio. Access the same single-asset multifamily and industrial deals Lightstone pursues with its own capital – Lightstone co-invests a minimum of 20% in each deal alongside individual investors like you. You’re an institution. Time to invest like one. _________ This Episode is also sponsored by Ryze Health Every minute counts in medicine—so why waste it on clunky admin work? With Ryze Health, practice management becomes effortless. Our all-in-one...
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BootstrapMD - Physician Entrepreneurs Podcast with Dr. Mike Woo-Ming
This episode is sponsored by . Lightstone Direct LLC connects you to institutional-quality real estate investments backed by a $12-billion AUM firm that co-invests alongside you—your partner in building lasting wealth. All investments involve risk. Please visit for a full list of disclosures. _________ This Episode is also sponsored by Ryze Health Every minute counts in medicine—so why waste it on clunky admin work? With Ryze Health, practice management becomes effortless. Our all-in-one platform streamlines scheduling, patient communications, and insurance verification,...
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BootstrapMD - Physician Entrepreneurs Podcast with Dr. Mike Woo-Ming
This episode is sponsored by . Lightstone Direct LLC connects you to institutional-quality real estate investments backed by a $12-billion AUM firm that co-invests alongside you—your partner in building lasting wealth. All investments involve risk. Please visit for a full list of disclosures. _________ This Episode is also sponsored by Ryze Health Every minute counts in medicine—so why waste it on clunky admin work? With Ryze Health, practice management becomes effortless. Our all-in-one platform streamlines scheduling, patient communications, and insurance verification, giving you...
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BootstrapMD - Physician Entrepreneurs Podcast with Dr. Mike Woo-Ming
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EP313 - The Big Rocks Philosophy: What Really Matters in Medicine
BootstrapMD - Physician Entrepreneurs Podcast with Dr. Mike Woo-Ming
This Episode is sponsored by Ryze Health Running your own practice shouldn’t mean struggling with rising health insurance costs. That’s why a physician designed Ryze Health Premium Insurance—exclusive coverage crafted for independent doctors, their teams, and families. Imagine lowering costs while gaining the freedom to focus fully on patients and the people who matter most. Discover how much you could save at ryzehealth.com and join the growing network of doctors choosing smarter coverage. Follow @RyzeHealth on Instagram and LinkedIn. __________ Why do physicians work 60-hour...
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EP312 - PIMD Con 2025: Your Roadmap to Winning Big as a Physician Entrepreneur
BootstrapMD - Physician Entrepreneurs Podcast with Dr. Mike Woo-Ming
This Episode is sponsored by Ryze Health Running your own practice shouldn’t mean struggling with rising health insurance costs. That’s why a physician designed Ryze Health Premium Insurance—exclusive coverage crafted for independent doctors, their teams, and families. Imagine lowering costs while gaining the freedom to focus fully on patients and the people who matter most. Discover how much you could save at ryzehealth.com and join the growing network of doctors choosing smarter coverage. Follow @RyzeHealth on Instagram and LinkedIn. __________________ How can physicians make the...
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In this episode, Dr. Mike Woo-Ming explores the creator economy's potential for physicians seeking wealth and autonomy. He discusses leveraging platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Substack to monetize expertise through content creation. Dr. Woo-Ming shares success stories, actionable strategies, and common pitfalls, emphasizing a business mindset.
Three Actionable Takeaways:
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Clarify Your Why: Clearly define your purpose before creating any content—education, audience growth, business building, or personal fulfillment.
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Focus on One Platform: Choose one content channel that suits your strengths, and stay consistent to avoid creator burnout and confusion.
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Monetize Smart: Don’t rely solely on ad revenue—offer products, services, coaching, or digital downloads to generate sustainable income.
About the Show:
Bootstrap MD is the ultimate podcast for physician entrepreneurs looking to escape traditional healthcare and control their financial futures. Hosted by Dr. Mike Woo-Ming, a successful physician, entrepreneur, and investor, the show delivers actionable insights on starting businesses, creating passive income, and navigating healthcare entrepreneurship. Featuring interviews with industry leaders, physicians, and experts in telemedicine and digital health, it’s your guide to building a profitable, fulfilling career. Tune in weekly at BootstrapMD.com.
About the Host:
Dr. Mike Woo-Ming, with over 20 years as a physician entrepreneur, has built and sold two seven-figure companies in online marketing and lead software. He runs multiple medical clinics specializing in age management, weight loss, and aesthetics, and is CEO of Executive Medical. Through BootstrapMD, he empowers physicians with coaching, courses, and events. He authored The Positioned Physician: Earn More, Work Smart, Love Medicine Again, available on Amazon.
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