Who We Serve / Independent Physicians, APRNs & Healthcare Entrepreneurs
Independent Practice & Startup Advisory
Build the Practice You Want to Run
For independent physicians, APRNs, healthcare entrepreneurs, and startup healthcare ventures. We bring the business plan, financial model, operations, and hands-on execution so you can launch, grow, or stay independent with confidence.
Overview from Matthew Carreira, Founder & CEO
Sound Familiar?
You know the care. The business is the hard part.
If any of these ring true, it's worth a conversation.
42%
of physicians remain in private practice, down from 60% in 2012
Source: AMA Physician Practice Benchmark Survey, 2024
6.5%
of physicians now work in private equity-owned practices, up from 4.5% in 2022
Source: AMA Physician Practice Benchmark Survey, 2024
90%
of medical groups say operating costs are higher than last year
Source: MGMA Stat, June 2025
I want to go independent, but I don't know where to start.
We have a strong idea, but no operating plan or financial model.
Credentialing, payer contracts, and compliance feel overwhelming.
I'm an APRN looking to open or scale my own practice.
We're growing fast and our systems aren't keeping up.
We need executive leadership without a full-time hire.
How MRC Helps
An extension of your leadership team
We look at both sides of the practice, operations and finances, and build a plan with your team, not for it. Click any area to see the full list of services.
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Executive Leadership & Fractional C-Suite Consulting
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View Services + 📣Marketing, Branding & Business Development
View Services + 🩺Clinical Excellence & Patient Experience
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Healthcare Technology & Digital Transformation
View Services + 🤝Human Resources & Talent Management
View Services + ⚖️Healthcare Legal & Compliance
View Services + 📈Healthcare Data Analytics & Reporting
View Services + 🧗Leadership, Talent & Operational Development
View Services + 🚀Practice Launch & Operational Advisory
View Services + 🏗️Practice Growth & Expansion Strategy
View Services + 🏠Concierge & Direct-Pay Practice Design
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From first call to measurable results
Free consultation
30 minutes on your goals, pain points, and where the money is leaking.
Assessment & roadmap
We review staffing, financials, vendors, and workflows, then hand you a prioritized plan.
Hands-on implementation
We work alongside your team to execute — and track results month over month.
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Why Practices Trust MRC Consultants
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"After meeting Matt for the first time, he was able to diagnose the root cause of our financial struggles right away. He is extremely organized, knowledgeable, and most importantly, transparent. He walks you through every step of the way, breaks everything down and is confident in what he does. Matt's priority is to ensure that in the end we are successful, and we couldn't ask for more. I am so grateful for his guidance and looking forward for what's to come!"Sara Page, MBA
CFO & Business Manager
Pediatric Associates of Conn -

"Matthew is a pleasure to work with. He's very responsive, always gets back to me when he says he will, and has a very friendly personality. I always look forward to partnering with him."Ashley Sanderson
Senior Consultant: Pediatrics Division
Comp Health -

"We would like to take a moment to express our sincere appreciation for the outstanding work and support provided by Matthew Carreira in his role as our healthcare consultant. His contributions to our practice have been nothing short of exceptional. From the very beginning, Mr. Carreira has demonstrated a high level of professionalism, reliability, and consistency. He has been a steady and trusted resource, always responsive and proactive in addressing our needs."Cristiana Santos, MHA
Financial & Office Coordinator
SCWHCA -

"Matthew Carreira is the consummate professional, serious yet personable, skilled yet humble, unassuming yet assertive on behalf of those he represents. He’s a delight to work with, has a vast knowledge of healthcare business and private practice management, as well as a track record of nothing but success. I recommend Matt without reservation. I highly recommend him!"Alden Meade, JD
Ophthalmology Professor & Director
Yale School of Medicine



