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How do you develop and implement an effective business plan? How do you ensure the effective management of day-to-day operations?

Business operations in a medical practice includes the following.

1. Develop, implement and monitor business operation plans.
2. Develop, implement and oversee systems for the purchase of materials and equipment.
3. Manage facilities planning and mainte­nance activities to meet the organization’s current and future needs.
4. Manage discernment process for identification and utilization of out­sourced expertise and business partners.
5. Develop and implement a marketing and communication plan.

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