How do you transform a concierge-style medical practice into a team-based model that truly serves aging patients with chronic conditions?

In this episode of “PEMBA On Demand,” host Dr. Norman A. Chapin interviews Sandy Valino Stock, Managing Medical Director at OSF Complete Care 55 Plus. Sandy shares her journey from running a concierge-style direct primary care practice to leading a team-based, insurance-inclusive model that focuses on adults 55 and older living with chronic conditions. She offers insights on adapting care models to patient needs, implementing innovative programs, and balancing leadership with clinical work. The discussion also explores physician well-being, the value of mentorship, and strategies for building sustainable, patient-centered healthcare systems.

• Transitioning from a concierge-style direct primary care model to an insurance-inclusive system

• How to adapt healthcare practices to evolving patient needs and market demands

• Designing a unique care model for patients aged 55+ with chronic conditions at OSF Complete Care 55 Plus

• The impact of team-based care and cross-training staff on patient experience and efficiency

• Leveraging remote patient monitoring (RPM) programs for chronic condition management

• Addressing physician burnout and the role of self-care and mindfulness in practice

• Why mentorship and business acumen are essential for career transitions in medicine

• Growth and expansion plans for OSF Complete Care 55 Plus to serve an aging population

• Integrating telemedicine with personalized care strategies in modern healthcare

• Balancing clinical responsibilities with administrative leadership in physician roles

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• Sandy Valino Stock, DO, MBA on LinkedIn

In this episode of “PEMBA On Demand,” host Dr. Norman A. Chapin sits down with Dr. Thom Lobe—pediatric surgeon, entrepreneur, innovator, and founder of the T.E. Lobe Family Foundation—to explore how a family foundation can become a powerful engine for physician-led innovation. Dr. Lobe explains the trust-and-foundation structure that directs non-W2 income into mission-driven initiatives, why he chose a private family foundation, and the safeguards that ensure accountability. The conversation also highlights his three central missions: advancing early childhood education, expanding access to stem cell therapies for children, and developing an AI-enabled infant health monitoring device. Whether you’re considering your legacy, launching new ventures, or seeking sustainable ways to fund transformative care models, this episode offers both practical strategies and inspiring lessons.

• Why Dr. Lobe created a family foundation and how it differs from a public foundation or donor-advised fund

• The business trust → family trust → foundation flow for non-W2 revenue (and why trusts must be irrevocable)

• Governance basics: directors, annual filings, spending rules (the 5% minimum distribution), and audit trails

• Mission focus: early childhood education, need-based support for stem cell treatments, and an AI-driven infant monitor

• Inside the R&D model: funding engineers, building a prototype, planning FDA studies, and aiming for affordability & access

• Clinical lens on stem cells for neuroinflammation in autism and other conditions; importance of repeated treatments

• Practical lessons learned: choosing the right attorneys/accountants, state nuances, and avoiding common setup mistakes

• Vision & scale: multi-million-dollar grant goals, market outlook for infant monitoring, and building a legacy vehicle for family involvement

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• T.E. Lobe Family Foundation: lobefoundation.org

In this episode of "PEMBA On Demand," Dr. Joseph Nounou, a 2020 PEMBA graduate, shares his transition from anesthesia to founding Auros Pharma, a biotech startup tackling the opioid crisis with a novel medication. He discusses his motivations for pursuing an MBA, the challenges of launching a pharmaceutical company during COVID-19, and the personal and financial sacrifices involved. Dr. Nounou emphasizes the importance of physician leadership in drug development and his commitment to affordable, life-saving treatments, highlighting how business education empowered him to drive innovation and broader impact in healthcare.

• Transition from clinical practice in anesthesia to entrepreneurship in biotech.
• Founding of Auros Pharma to address the opioid crisis with a novel medication.
• Motivations for pursuing an MBA to gain business knowledge.
• Challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic and their impact on business management.
• Personal transformation driven by burnout and a desire for a more fulfilling career.
• The process of bootstrapping a pharmaceutical startup and financial realities involved.
• Importance of physician involvement in the pharmaceutical industry and drug development.
• Regulatory complexities and the FDA approval process for new medications.
• The role of physicians in promoting effective and cost-efficient prescribing practices.
• Future aspirations for Auros Pharma's medication and the impact of mentorship from the PEMBA program.

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• Dr. Joseph Nounou on LinkedIn