Podcast Episode

Paul Coburn on Selling a Clinic Without Regrets

Healthcare Business Thrivecast··30 July 2026·25 min

About this episode

SummaryIn this episode of the Healthcare Business Thrivecast, host Antony Hirst interviews experienced physiotherapist Paul Coburn about his journey through practice ownership, exit strategies, and the importance of planning and relationships in business transitions. Keywordsphysiotherapy, practice exit, business planning, healthcare entrepreneurship, clinic management, staff relationships, exit strategy, physiotherapy business Key topicsPractice ownership and exit planningImportance of relationships and communication in transitionsLegal and financial considerations in practice saleStaff management during exit processTiming and decision-making in business exit Sound bites"I enjoyed it the whole way along""I feel a bit of relief and a bit of a traitor""Get smart people into the room and work" Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Health Business Thrivecast01:39 Paul Coburn's Journey in Physiotherapy05:09 Deciding to Exit: Reflections and Rationale10:30 The Exit Process: Planning and Execution15:35 Post-Exit Reflections and Future Plans Resourceswww.learn.physio - Evidence-based courses for health professionals