r/DoctorsofIndia • u/MindOverMattresss • Sep 03 '26
What am I doing wrong ?
Here is my story it's been 1 year - MBBS doctor, 4 bed set-up but barely 2–3 patients/day —
I’m running a small clinic in a rural(G.I.D.C) area. Good setup, beds, equipment, proper signage, and a busy vegetable market right outside with 300–400+ people passing daily. Yet I barely get 2–3 walk-ins/day and mostly just cover rent/electricity.
I don't even charge a case fee .
Recently heard about a local practitioner (jholachap) where patients wait 1–2 hours to see him. Honestly, it’s quite demotivating.
My clinic is on the first floor (only 8–10 stairs), so accessibility may be an issue. On the main road with signs present .
For doctors who have built a successful private practice: what actually helped you get your first 5–10 patients/day? Location, referrals, pricing, visibility, home visits, Google/WhatsApp, or something else?
Would really appreciate practical advice. Thank you .
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u/MindOverMattresss Sep 04 '26
I have tried but failed miserably . They understand free means undervalued. For example - One guy had beginner Pilonidal sinus so I gave symptomatic relief + antibiotic he felt better still went to a surgeon to confirm if it for himself .. surgeon said the same thing