Clinical excellence and financial stability are two major priorities for physician-entrepreneurs, yet achieving both requires a fine balance. Forward-thinking leaders like Dr. Neel Vaidya, chief information officer at Chicago Cornea Consultants and longtime Nextech user, incorporates emerging technology into his practice to improve workflows, enhance patient care, and build fiscal sustainability.

A new year has arrived and so have fresh chances for business growth. Specialty healthcare practices have a prime opportunity to set themselves up for financial success by leveraging the right technology. The key lies in evaluating past performance, setting clear goals, and aligning the appropriate tools to meet these objectives. Here’s how your practice can make 2025 your most profitable yet.

Data reporting is a necessary chore for medical practices, particularly those receiving government funds.

A successful dermatology practice has a lot of moving parts: clinician expertise, patient engagement, competitive marketing. But all those efforts are for naught if your billing system doesn’t keep the cash flowing in.

It takes more than clinical expertise for specialty healthcare providers to deliver outstanding care. They also must have a well-run practice to keep operations smooth and patients happy, especially in today's world of healthcare consumerism. Practice administrators take charge of this effort, managing the intricate web of scheduling, billing, patient communication, and much more. It's a critical role in any practice that requires a diverse skill set and tireless work ethic.

Generative AI is changing the face of healthcare, from large research laboratories to the exam rooms of single-provider clinics.

According to Grand View Research, the global market for laser hair removal is expected to grow by an average of almost 19% annually through 2030. Advancements in technology and cultural trends in aesthetics send more than a million people each year to laser hair removal facilities throughout the U.S.

If you’re an ophthalmologist or work in an ophthalmology practice, you’re probably familiar with GLREF and L Hypo. These ophthalmology abbreviations are common in the industry and can accelerate your practice workflow, freeing up time to see more patients and enhance the overall patient experience. While they are useful, it’s important to avoid creating a confusing alphabet soup that not everyone on your team understands. To ensure your team is on the same page, use this list of the most popular abbreviations for ophthalmology and follow our tips for educating new staff members about them.