Our Process

At American Orthopedic Partners, our physician and surgeon partners are our greatest asset. We’re passionate about building long-lasting relationships across the healthcare industry rooted in trust, autonomy, and mutual respect.

A Thoughtful and Intentional Approach

We understand that bringing on a management services organization to help with your operations is a major decision, and it can raise concerns about practice control and independence. AOP is not here to overpower your unique identity as a practice. Instead, we focus on autonomy at the local level to keep your practice community-driven while benefitting from our national-scale infrastructure and resources.

Joining a platform like AOP is a long-term commitment and investment in your practice’s future. Our team understands the increasing complexity of the healthcare system, and we structure our processes to minimize friction while preserving your control. We’re here to help you thrive in your own unique way.

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Our Partnership Philosophy

At AOP, our partnerships are about empowering your practice to succeed, not implementing standardized systems and impersonal workflows. We believe that true success comes from comprehensive support that strengthens what already works and overcomes roadblocks. Our partnership philosophy is guided by the following core values:

Physicians should lead their practices and control clinical decisions
Local autonomy must be preserved and respected
Support should be tailored to the individual needs of each practice
Collaboration and knowledge sharing create strength and innovation
Sustainable, long-term growth matters more than short-term success

Physician Leadership Every Step of the Way

American Orthopedic Partners is proud to be physician-owned and -led. By incorporating physician leadership into every level of our organization, we ensure that our teams understand the realities of the modern healthcare industry and are prepared to handle the challenges that come with growth, regulation, and administrative complexity.

Our systems remain grounded in real-world experience, extending our commitment to preserving community-driven care at our partner practices. We prioritize alignment between operational support and clinical priorities to ensure streamlined workflows from top to bottom.

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The AOP Way

Since our founding in 2021, we’ve maintained a structured, yet flexible process that allows for personalized service and tailored practice support. Our team prioritizes transparency in all partner communications, and we’ll work closely with you to understand your practice’s goals, culture, and long-term vision before designing our support plan.

Starting the Conversation

Every partner’s journey with AOP begins with a personalized consultation. There, one of our team members will guide you through our capabilities, and you’ll have the opportunity to share more about your practice, leadership style, and goals for this partnership. At this stage, our discussions will revolve around the following pillars:

Expectations around autonomy, practice identity, and operational support
Long-term goals and priorities regarding operations, finances, and business strategy
Practice leadership and culture
Local market dynamics and community needs

Structured Support Planning

Next, our leadership team will leverage their decades of clinical experience and business expertise to build a support plan tailored to your practice’s needs. Here, our goal is to clearly define the scope of AOP’s support and preserve your practice’s local authority and unique identity. Our services include the following support areas:

Strategic growth
Business operations
IT & security
Contracting & financial optimization
Clinical excellence & quality programs

Alignment for the Future

Once our conversations have moved past the initial exploration stage, we’ll work together to determine if this partnership is the right fit. These discussions will prioritize collaboration and information sharing over decision-making to ensure all parties are aligned and have realistic expectations.

Partnerships that Evolve With You

AOP remains actively engaged with our partners to provide ongoing support after new systems are implemented. We’re here to support you in delivering customized care to your patients, not interfere with it. We adjust our services to adapt to your changing needs, whether you’re growing your practice or are changing your offerings to better serve your community.

Our goal is to help you achieve sustainable growth while maintaining your independence and control. We provide access to our extensive network of partners, enabling them to share expertise and resources across regions and enhance their patient support by utilizing innovative technologies in their practices. AOP also invests in local leadership to help your practice’s physicians and surgeons develop their management skills and create a more excited, engaged office culture.

Start Your Practice’s Transformation Today

Whether you’re looking to expand your practice or explore acquisition opportunities, American Orthopedic Partners has the solution for you. Contact us today to schedule an initial consultation and discover how our national-scale resources and infrastructure can enhance your community care.