2026 IndeDocs Independent Practice Summit
Schedule
Sat Feb 07 2026 at 07:30 am to 05:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Hyatt House Charleston/Historic District | Charleston, SC

About this Event

Join us for an engaging, educational, and inspirational event where we'll examine the multi-faceted world of independent medicine, its challenges, and what its future holds. Top physicians and industry experts from throughout South Carolina will be presenting on topics relevant to independent practice such as finance, tech, marketing, legal and legislative issues, navigating third-party payment systems, and much more.
Breakfast and lunch will be provided along with networking opportunities throughout the day (including an open bar social hour to close out the event.)
If you are an IndeDocs annual member, please contact us at for your promo code to receive FREE admission to the event.
For more information on IndeDocs' mission and membership offerings, please visit us at IndeDocs.com.
Agenda
π: 07:30 AM - 08:15 AM
Breakfast
Info: Join us for an informal pick-up breakfast and the first opportunity of the day to network with fellow attendees.
π: 08:15 AM - 08:30 AM
Welcome
Host: Dr. Oscar Lovelace
Info: IndeDocs Founder Dr. Oscar Lovelace and current President Dr. Marcelo Hochman give an overview of IndeDocs' mission and ongoing efforts to preserve, promote, and protect the practice of independent medicine in South Carolina.
π: 08:30 AM - 09:30 AM
Physicians Entrepreneurs
Info: Leading independent physicians share lessons learned through decades of building and expanding profitable, patient-centric businesses.
π: 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Wealth Management
Info: Financial experts discuss tools and strategies on how to plan, manage, and grow economic resources as an independent physician.
π: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Morning Break
π: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Adding to the Balance Sheet
Info: Learn tips and tricks from top physicians and industry leaders on how to increase profitability and seek out new revenue sources without sacrificing standard of care.
π: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Lunch
π: 01:00 PM - 01:15 PM
Afternoon Introduction
π: 01:15 PM - 02:00 PM
Keynote: Leaving the Employee Model
Info: Dr. Dale Owen shares the story of how he successfully led the charge of a mass exodus from a major hospital-owned employer and managed to survive (and thrive) on the other side.
π: 02:00 PM - 03:15 PM
Protecting Your Assets
Info: Seasoned legal professionals walk through actionable (and sometimes little-known) strategies to prevent legal liability and avoid exposure through proactive safeguards.
π: 03:15 PM - 03:45 PM
Afternoon Break
π: 03:45 PM - 04:30 PM
Keynote: How to Get in The Room Where it Happens
Info: Pulling from over twenty years of experience working in politics, lobbyist Jay Bagley shares insights into how (and what) things happen behind closed doors in the legislative arena and how we can support and effect change for the things weβre passionate about, both as individuals and a community.
π: 04:30 PM - 04:45 PM
Closing Remarks
π: 04:45 AM - 05:45 PM
Social Hour
Where is it happening?
Hyatt House Charleston/Historic District, 560 King Street, Charleston, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 10.00 to USD 99.00

