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Although employed physicians often cite reduced administrative burden and better work\/life balance as perks of working for a hospital or health system, solo physicians maintain that running your own practice can be equally rewarding\u2014especially if you clearly identify goals and put measures in place to avoid common pitfalls.<\/p>\n<p>As you navigate your journey toward becoming a solo practitioner, accomplishing the following action items will help ensure you stay on track.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Making the decision to start your own practice can feel like a daunting move, especially when you consider that more physicians than ever before are choosing employed versus solo practice. 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