Proof that the viral power of the internet can be used for good, not just amusing memes. From jayparkinsonmd:
Three years ago today…
I launched my practice in Williamsburg, Brooklyn via this website. On that day I was offered a movie from a producer we all know, two book offers, and three reality shows. A few days later, I had a slot on The Colbert Report. It all essentially stemmed from one snarky Gawker post written by the lovely Emily Gould. Of course, my friend Noah Kalina also played a role in taking my photograph for my website.
In the first month of my practice, I had over 7 million hits on jayparkinsonmd.com. I had my first patient on the second day I opened and, since my overhead was almost nothing, was immediately profitable while charging about $100 to $200 for a house call. Since starting my first practice, I’ve co-founded Hello Health, and, in February, co-founded my current company, The Future Well. I’ve spoken all over the US, Africa, Australia, Europe, and, soon in the Middle East. I even got an email saying “President Clinton would be delighted to have you participate.”
I am humbled by everyone who has taken their precious time out of their lives to pay attention to the issues I try to raise on my blog, in my speaking appearances, and in my professional career.
Obviously, without you, without the internet, without a good idea, and without my need to do something unique with my life…my current life and voice wouldn’t exist. I am fortunate and humbled.
Here’s to another three years of raising conversations and making good ideas happen.
Cheers and Thank you.
