Forum Replies Created
-
Posts
-
I am the co- owner of a private practice in Dermatology. I must say this was a very trying time. I was in conflict with my partner at the beginning. She wanted business as usual. I was very concerned early on in the pandemic when it hit Italy. It was a very confusing time. We were not getting very much input form federal, local authorities or The American Academy. Many of my front staff had experience working in institutions during the SARS epidemic. I feel there I did a good job and listened to their concerns and implemented some of the processes. It became very clear as I am close to NYC that the epidemic was progressing and we decided to close for 2 weeks. Some of the midlevel providers and our aesthetician were very upset and walked out angry. Within a week it was clear that this was the right thing to do. Financially this was a tough decision but we had to stop the financial bleeding with no revenue coming in. Currently It is just my partner and I seeing most patients by telemed. I have done a few essential surgeries. Certainly not nearly keeping up with our costs. I am currently not drawing a salary. We have 2 essential admin on staff. We are continuing to cover health care. Now much of my staff is afraid to return. I am trying to slowly open up to see only essential visits in person. Very stressful time. Many sleepless nights.
