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The PA Is In | Tracy Bingaman | Physician Assistant/Physician Associate/PA-C/PA-S/PA Student
Hosted by Tracy Bingaman, PA-C | The Money PA | Physician Assistant | Physician Associate · EN
We are redefining success as a Physician Associate & answering your questions: How do I find work-life balance as a PA? How can I increase my income as a Physician Assistant? Am I ready to change specialities? How can I chart less? How do I land a raise? Is a career in medicine sustainable for me? Can I keep working in a healthcare system that doesn't value me? Helping clinicians to create better balance in their lives, cultivate career sustainability, you'll learn how to earn more money, increase your energy, take back your time and build a life where you love. PA podcast PA-C PA-S
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371: [BIZ] Why Most Businesses Fail Before They Ever Start with Kasey D’Amato
3w ago00:41:24Tap to summarizeWhat if the biggest mistake clinician entrepreneurs make… happens before they ever launch?In this episode, Tracy sits down with entrepreneur, consultant, and former dermatology PA Kasey D'Amato for a masterclass in entrepreneurship, burnout, business strategy, and building something viable outside clinical medicine.Kasey shares how she went from practicing dermatology in Los Angeles while managing celebrity patients and leading a medical practice to building and exiting a global skincare company after raising millions in capital! Now a consultant and advisor to companies managing $10-$100M a year, Kasey is an expert in how to focus your time, validate your ideas, and avoid the most common mistakes that kill businesses. Together, Tracy and Kasey unpack:Why most entrepreneurs build before validating demandThe difference between owning a business and owning your jobWhy clinicians struggle with sales and marketingThe myth of “freedom entrepreneurship”How to know if your idea actually has market potentialThe importance of building with the end in mindWhy mentorship and community matter more than “doing it all yourself”The emotional intelligence entrepreneurship forces you to developThis conversation is honest, strategic, and packed with practical advice for clinicians dreaming about creating income, impact, and flexibility beyond the exam room.You'll learn:Why “if you build it, they will come” is terrible business adviceThe difference between a solopreneur and a scalable businessHow to validate an idea before wasting time and moneyWhy your exit strategy matters from day oneThe hidden emotional cost of entrepreneurshipHow clinicians can leverage their skills outside medicineThe role mentorship plays in entrepreneurial successWhy failure is often the fastest path to growthLinks:Kasey D’Amato https://www.kaseydamato.com/ Connect with Kasey on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaseydamato/ Resources & Next Steps:Follow Tracy on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/ Connected with Tracy on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/ Join the Clinician Entrepreneur Collective waitlist: www.tracybingaman.com/waitlistWhat You’ll Learn in This EpisodeBook a call: https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-callKeywords: clinician entrepreneur, PA entrepreneur, physician associate business, healthcare entrepreneurship, entrepreneurship for clinicians, clinician burnout, women entrepreneurs, healthcare business coach, Kasey D’Amato, business strategy, business growth, business exit strategy, entrepreneurial mindset, clinician side hustle, digital business, entrepreneurship mistakes, business mentorship, clinician coaching, solopreneur vs business owner, healthcare leadership, passive income myths, scaling a business, clinician consulting, healthcare founder, physician assistant podcast
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370: [BIZ] Why Your Business Feels Chaotic (And the Simple Plan That Fixes It)
4w ago00:16:25Tap to summarizeIf your business feels chaotic, scattered, or like it’s draining more energy than it gives back… this episode is your diagnosis.In Episode 370, Tracy breaks down one of the most common (and most overlooked) problems in small business: a lack of a clear, compelling treatment plan. Using clinical frameworks like SOAP notes and real patient examples, she shows you why your business might not be broken—it might just be lacking leadership direction.You’ll walk away with a simple, actionable framework to create a business on a mission—one that drives revenue, aligns your decisions, and actually moves you forward.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why most businesses feel busy but don’t growThe 3 non-negotiable elements of a business “treatment plan”How to create narrative traction that drives actionWhy revenue and impact are not in conflict (and why income comes first)The exact formula to build your own mission-driven planYour action step: Write your Treatment Plan using this formula: 👉 We will accomplish A, B, and C by D because of E.Resources & Next Steps:Join the waitlist: www.tracybingaman.com/waitlistBook a call: https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-callKeywords: clinician entrepreneur, business mission statement, small business strategy for beginners, how to grow a business with clarity, physician assistant entrepreneurship, treatment plan for business, business clarity framework, narrative traction business, how to set business goals, entrepreneurship for healthcare providers
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369: [BIZ] From ER Shifts to Expert Witness: How One PA Built a Flexible, High-Income Business
Apr 2300:37:48Tap to summarizeIf you’ve ever thought, “There has to be more than just working more shifts to make more money…” — this episode is going to open your eyes.In this conversation, I sit down with Dr. Christopher Cannell, PA-C, who shares how he transitioned from full-time clinical work into a flexible, high-income career combining academia, consulting, and entrepreneurship. What started as a single opportunity turned into a thriving medical legal consulting business—one that allows him to work less clinically, earn more, and take back control of his time.We break down what medical legal consulting actually looks like, how to get started (even without a doctorate), and why this path might be one of the most aligned, ethical, and financially rewarding ways to use your clinical expertise outside traditional practice.What medical legal consulting actually is (and what you’d do)How expert witness work and case review really get paidWhy you don’t need another degree to get startedThe balance between clinical work and consultingHow to build income without burnout or overtimeWhy networking (not social media) is your biggest growth leverThe mindset shift from employee → entrepreneurHow this work can actually make you a better clinicianKeywords: medical legal consulting for PAs, expert witness physician assistant, PA side hustle ideas, healthcare consulting income, non clinical careers for physician assistants, medical expert witness jobs, PA entrepreneurship, healthcare side income ideas, physician assistant consulting business, legal nurse consultant alternative, make money as a PA outside clinic, clinician entrepreneurship, work from home healthcare jobs, PA career flexibility, burnout alternatives for clinicians, healthcare side gigs high incomeSPONSORS:PA Moms Women’s Medical Summit https://www.pamoms.com/wms26/ Enter “Tracy Bingaman” for who referred you! LINKS:Chris Cannell APConsultant Website: https://theapcconsultant.mykajabi.com/ Clinician Entrepreneur Collective Waitlist www.tracybingaman.com/waitlist Schedule a call with Tracy https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call
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368: [BIZ] Why Your Business Feels Busy But Isn’t Making Money (And How to Fix It)
Apr 1600:24:46Tap to summarizeGoals Aren’t Enough—Your Business Needs a PlanYou’ve been told to set goals—big ones. Write them down. Visualize them. Work harder toward them. But here’s the problem: most goals are too vague to actually drive action. “Help more people.” “Make a difference.” “Grow the business.” They sound good, but they don’t tell you what to do on a random Tuesday night when you finally sit down to work. And that’s exactly why so many businesses stall.If your business feels busy but not profitable, scattered instead of strategic, or exhausting instead of energizing—it’s not a motivation problem. It’s a clarity problem. Inside this episode, I break down what’s actually missing: a clear, specific, and compelling treatment plan for your business. Because just like in medicine, “feel better soon” isn’t a plan—and it won’t get results.A real business treatment plan creates direction, urgency, and momentum. It helps you stop guessing, stop spinning your wheels, and start making intentional moves that lead to revenue and impact. And the best part? You already know how to do this—you’ve just been applying it to patients instead of your business.Why vague goals quietly kill small businessesThe difference between being busy and being profitableHow clinicians accidentally “wing it” in businessThe concept of narrative traction (and why it drives action)Why your business feels scattered, reactive, and drainingThe 3-part framework for building a business treatment plan:✔ Three specific economic outcomes✔ A clear deadline✔ A compelling reason why it mattersWhy “impact without revenue is a hobby”How to create urgency that actually moves your business forwardA real-life example (yes… including a $430 baseball bat ⚾)Inside the Clinician Entrepreneur Collective, we take your clinical brain and apply it to business—so you can build something that creates income, impact, and freedom.If your business feels like a side hustle you squeeze into the cracks of your life… This is your invitation to do it differently.Join the waitlist: www.tracybingaman.com/waitlistNext cohort starts June 1, 2026SPONSORS: ADVANCED PRACTICE PLANNING, LLC: advancedpracticeplanning.com/fiSERMO https://app.sermo.com:443/?sermoref=39d97a2c-f699-4f8b-b2f9-1eb131e18c75&utm_campaign=tell-a-friend Keywords: business strategy for clinicians, entrepreneur mindset healthcare providers, clinician entrepreneur collective, how to build a business plan, why small businesses fail cash flow, treatment plan for business growth, storybrand business strategy, how to set measurable goals in business, increase revenue without burnout, side hustle for physician assistants, business clarity for entrepreneurs, mission statement examples business, narrative traction marketing, clinician side income strategies, how to grow a coaching business, sustainable business for healthcare workers
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367: [BIZ] She Left Medicine to Build a Coaching Business—Here’s What Happened Next
Apr 200:44:06Tap to summarizeWhat happens when you leave a stable, six-figure clinical career… to build something of your own?In this episode I sit down with returning guest Kate Johnston—former PA turned full-time coach and entrepreneur—to talk about what it actually looks like to walk away from medicine and build a business from the ground up.And spoiler: it’s not “build it and they will come.” We dive into the real, unfiltered lessons from Kate’s first years in business—from the identity crisis of no longer being “a PA” to the surprising skills no one tells you you’ll need (hello, marketing and sales).We also talk about:Why changing jobs doesn’t fix burnout (and what actually does)The difference between treating symptoms vs solving root problems (in both healthcare and business)How niching down transformed her business (and why it feels scary but works)The biggest mistake she made when starting—and what she’d do differentlyWhy “protecting your revenue” might be the smartest move you makeThe mindset shift that helped her reclaim her self-worth outside of medicinePlus, Kate shares how she helps women in healthcare break free from emotional eating and build a healthier relationship with food—without relying on willpower or quick fixes.This episode is for the clinician who’s thinking: “There has to be another way.”Because there is. But it’s not what Instagram told you.Want Help Building Your Own Income Stream?If you’re sitting there thinking:“Okay… but what would my version of this look like?”I’ve got you.Grab Your Copy of the Side Gig Guide: www.tracybingaman.com/gigSPONSORS: ADVANCED PRACTICE PLANNING, LLC: advancedpracticeplanning.com/fiSERMO https://app.sermo.com:443/?sermoref=39d97a2c-f699-4f8b-b2f9-1eb131e18c75&utm_campaign=tell-a-friend Keywords: clinician entrepreneurship, PA to entrepreneur transition, starting a coaching business healthcare, emotional eating healthcare workers, burnout and career change PA, side business for clinicians, healthcare career pivot stories, building a coaching business from scratch, mindset for entrepreneurs healthcare, leaving clinical medicine
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366: [BIZ] The Most Underrated Side Hustle for Clinicians (ZERO Overhead, Immediate Profit!)
Mar 2600:59:46Tap to summarizeShe didn’t have a business plan.She didn’t have a website.She didn’t even know what a virtual assistant was.But one “yes” turned into a flexible side business bringing in $10–15K/year—while working part-time nights in the ICU and raising a family.After going part-time, Sarah wanted a small income buffer.She tried a few ideas… and then an opportunity landed in her inbox:“Want to be my VA?”She said yes—and figured it out as she went.Now she:Supports entrepreneurs behind the scenesWorks ~10–15 hours/month per clientEarns ~$10–15K/yearHas almost zero overheadYou don’t need a perfect plan—just a starting pointYour clinical skills translate more than you thinkRelationships—not sales—build businessesSmall side income can create massive flexibilityIf you’ve ever thought, “There has to be another way…”This episode shows you one.LinkedIn: Sarah Miller, PA-VA https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-miller-pa-va/ Website: sjmvirtualsolutions.comEmail: sjmvirtualsolutions@gmail.comIf you’re sitting there thinking:“Okay… but what would my version of this look like?”I’ve got you.Grab Your Copy of the Side Gig Guide: www.tracybingaman.com/gigSPONSORS:SPONSORS: ADVANCED PRACTICE PLANNING, LLC: advancedpracticeplanning.com/fiSERMO https://app.sermo.com:443/?sermoref=39d97a2c-f699-4f8b-b2f9-1eb131e18c75&utm_campaign=tell-a-friend keywords: virtual assistant business for clinicians, side hustles for physician assistants, PA side income ideas, healthcare side hustle from home, virtual assistant income examples, work from home healthcare jobs, clinician entrepreneurship, part time PA income, burnout alternatives for clinicians, make money outside clinical medicine, virtual assistant services for entrepreneurs, remote admin jobs for healthcare workers, flexible side income for busy moms, online business ideas for clinicians, passive income alternatives healthcare
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365: [STORY] A Girl Who Collected Gold Stars — Burned Out in Healthcare and Learned to Stop, Drop & Roll
Mar 200:09:10Tap to summarizeOnce upon a time, there was a gold-star-collecting girl who believed hard work guaranteed fulfillment — so she chose medicine.In this deeply personal episode, Tracy Bingaman shares the story behind her burnout, her breaking point, and the decision that changed everything: she didn’t quit medicine — she quit martyrdom.After years of overwork, illness, exhaustion, and people-pleasing inside a system that never loved her back, she chose a different path. One where she practices clinically by choice, not obligation, and built a business that gives her autonomy, flexibility, and impact.If you’ve ever felt trapped in healthcare, questioned your path, or wondered whether there’s another way to serve without sacrificing yourself…This episode is your permission slip.Episode HighlightsWhy high achievers burn out fastest in healthcareThe hidden cost of people-pleasing in medicineThe difference between leaving medicine and leaving the systemEarly warning signs your body is burning outHow entrepreneurship creates freedom and impact for cliniciansKeywords: physician associate burnout, PA burnout recovery, healthcare burnout story, clinician entrepreneurship, entrepreneur for healthcare providers, how to leave corporate medicine, part time physician associate, women in medicine burnout, burnout and autoimmune disease, healthcare boundaries, RVU culture, doctor burnout, PA career transition, medical entrepreneurship, income streams for cliniciansWhat You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy high-achieving clinicians are especially vulnerable to burnout, How corporate medicine subtly reinforces people-pleasing behavior, The difference between quitting medicine and quitting martyrdom, The early warning signs of burnout that most providers ignore, How entrepreneurship can create autonomy, flexibility, and financial margin, Why practicing medicine is one way to serve — not your only way, The mindset shift from RVU-based worth to value-based impact, How to start building something outside the confines of corporate healthcareCore Themes & TopicsPhysician Associate burnout, Healthcare burnout recovery, Women in medicine, Clinician entrepreneurship, Physician Associate career transitions, Boundaries in medicine, Income diversification for clinicians, Part-time clinical practice, Corporate healthcare reform, Identity beyond medicine
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364: [URGENT] Proposed Federal Rule Could Block PA Students From Student Loans — Here’s What To Do
Feb 2000:13:25Tap to summarizeA federal policy change could quietly reshape the future of the Physician Associate profession — and most clinicians don’t even know it’s happening.In this urgent advocacy episode, Tracy sits down with Jen Campbell, PA-C, cardiology PA, PA supervisor, and current president of the Pennsylvania Society of Physician Associates (PSPA), to break down what a proposed Department of Education rule could mean for PA students, future clinicians, and patient access to care.At the center of the issue is a redefinition of what counts as a “professional program.” If PAs are excluded from that definition, graduate loan limits could drop to $25,000 each year and a lifetime cap of $100,000, making PA school financially inaccessible for many students — especially first-generation, rural, and lower-income applicants.This isn’t just a student issue. It’s a workforce issue. A patient care issue. A healthcare access issue.And the most important part?There is still time to act. **Comment period ends on March 2nd**What the proposed federal rule actually says (plain-English breakdown)Why the definition of “professional degree” mattersHow loan caps could limit access to PA schoolWho will be most affected — and why that matters for patient careThe link between education access and clinician shortagesHow individual clinicians can influence policy (yes, you)Real steps you can take today to advocate for the professionIf fewer students can afford PA school → fewer clinicians graduate → patient access declines.Policies like this don’t just affect training.They shape the future of healthcare delivery.If you only act on one advocacy issue this year — make it this one.Ways to help:Submit a public comment to federal regulators HERE: https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/ED-2025-OPE-0944-0001 Contact your representative or senator using www.5Calls.org Educate colleagues who haven’t heard about this yet - SHARE this episode widely! Advocacy doesn’t require a title.It requires a voice.Jen Campbell, PA-CCardiology Physician AssociatePA Supervisor managing 25 APPs across four hospitalsPresident, Pennsylvania Society of Physician Associates (PSPA)Advocate for clinician workforce sustainability and education accessConnect with Jen on LinkedIn or through PSPA to learn more about current advocacy initiatives.Physician Associate advocacy, PA student loans, Department of Education rule, graduate loan limits, healthcare workforce shortage, PA school cost, federal loan policy, healthcare legislation, clinician advocacy, PA profession future, PSPA president interview, AAPA advocacy, healthcare access policy, student loan reform healthcare, federal rulemaking healthcare education.You don’t have to be a policy expert to change policy.You just have to speak.What You’ll LearnWhy This Matters📣 Call to Action👩⚕️ About Today’s GuestKeywords:Key Takeaways: TAKE ACTION:Head to www.tracybingaman.com/act Advocacy Central at the AAPA https://www.aapa.org/advocacy-central/federal-student-loan-changes/
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363: [ADVOCACY] What the Department of Education Rule Means for PAs, Patients & the Future of Healthcare
Feb 1200:17:10Tap to summarizeA newly proposed rule from the U.S. Department of Education could significantly restrict access to federal student loans for Physician Associate (PA) students — threatening the future PA pipeline and patient access to care.In this rapid response episode, Tracy breaks down:What the Department of Education’s proposed rule actually saysHow changes to federal student loan eligibility could limit PA education accessWhy fewer PA students = fewer clinicians = longer wait times + more burnoutWhat the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) is doingHow YOU can take action in less than 10 minutesThis is advocacy in action. And it matters.The Plan:Read the proposed rule + AAPA’s statement: https://www.aapa.org/news-central/2026/01/aapa-statement-on-department-of-educations-proposed-rule-on-federal-student-loans/ AAPA Landing Page: https://www.aapa.org/advocacy-central/federal-student-loan-changes/ Submit a public comment before March 2, 2026: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/01/30/2026-01912/reimagining-and-improving-student-education Call your representatives (using the free 5 Calls.org) 5Calls.org Protecting PA education today protects patient care tomorrow.Keywords: Physician Associate advocacy, PA education pipeline, Department of Education rule 2026, federal student loans PA students, AAPA statement January 2026, healthcare workforce crisis, public comment federal register, clinician advocacy, protecting patient access, PA profession future
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362: [LIFE] Insulin Resistance, Fertility & Blood Sugar — What Every Clinician Should Know
Feb 500:31:10Tap to summarizeInsulin Resistance, Fertility, and Taking Your Health BackInsulin resistance doesn’t just affect blood sugar — it impacts hormones, fertility, energy, and long-term health.In this episode, Tracy sits down with PA and women’s health coach Chelsea Hayman to unpack how insulin resistance shows up in real life, why “normal labs” don’t always tell the full story, and what clinicians and patients can do to break the cycle of crashes, cravings, and burnout.They explore fertility struggles, continuous glucose monitors, stress physiology, and practical strategies for stabilizing hormones and blood sugar — without extreme diets or unsustainable routines.Whether you’re supporting patients with PCOS, infertility, fatigue, or metabolic dysfunction — or navigating this yourself — this conversation will change how you think about women’s health.How insulin resistance affects fertility and hormone balanceWhy A1C can be normal — and problems still existThe “protein + fiber first” strategyHow stress worsens blood sugar regulationWhen CGMs can be helpful (even without diabetes)Small, sustainable changes that actually workWhy women must stop putting their health lastTimestamps:[2:30] Meet Chelsea Hayman[3:30] Blood Sugar and Fertility [4:45] Chelsea’s Struggles with Infertility [9:00] Defining Insulin Resistance [11:00] Blood Sugar Control & Fertility Outcomes[13:00] Stress & Hormones[16:00] Implementing Lifestyle Changes [17:00] Choosing a Continuous Glucose Monitor [23:00] How to Plan Your Plate [25:00] Self Care & Meeting Your Own Basic Needs[29:00] Connect with Chelsea & Where to Find HerConnect with Chelsea: Website: www.empowerglucose.comLinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/empoweredglucose Social: @empoweredglucose at https://www.instagram.com/empoweredglucose/ Keywords: insulin resistance, blood sugar, hormone imbalance, fertility, infertility, PCOS, continuous glucose monitor, CGM, women’s metabolic health, metabolic health, PA podcast, women’s health, wellness, clinician wellness, hormones, gestational diabetes, insulin resistanceSPONSORS:ADVANCED PRACTICE PLANNING, LLC: advancedpracticeplanning.com/fiSIDE GIG GUIDE https://www.tracybingaman.com/gigCONNECT FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call 1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiateCONNECT WITH TRACYLINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/WEBSITE https://www.tracybingaman.com
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