Integrated mental health care is more than a buzzword—it’s a pathway to better outcomes for patients and clinicians alike. In this episode of Your Group Practice, Dan King sits down with Arpan Parikh, Chief Medical Officer at Sol Mental Health, to discuss his journey from reluctant psychiatrist to advocate for integrated models of care, value-based systems, and clinician well-being.

Arpan talks about how his father’s legacy in psychiatry influenced his career choices, why he transitioned into business through an MBA, and how these experiences now shape his leadership in mental health organizations. His story demonstrates how adopting multiple perspectives—clinical and operational—can help address some of the most challenging issues in behavioral healthcare.

Listeners will gain insights into:

• Opportunities and barriers in transitioning to value-based care in outpatient mental health settings.
• Why integrated care models that combine psychiatry and therapy are essential for improving patient outcomes.
• How technology can bridge communication gaps, boost efficiency, and increase clinician satisfaction.
• The significance of dyadic leadership—collaboration between clinicians and non-clinical leaders for shared success.

Arpan also reflects on balancing his professional responsibilities with personal life, enjoying time with his young daughter, and mentoring the next generation of healthcare providers. This conversation is full of practical wisdom for group practice owners, clinicians, and leaders looking to build ethical, profitable, and sustainable practices.

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About the Host

Dan King is a lawyer turned private equity founder with a passion for fixing burnout in mental health. With a background in M&A, Shark Tank deals, and psychology, he now leads Fireside Strategic — investing in group practices that put people first.

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