Rise-up! Call for Speakers

Thanks for taking the time to consider speaking at the 2025 Rise-up! Physician Summit. This event is hosted by FlexMedStaff and My DPC Story. We are seeking physicians to speak about their experiences of doing DPC and locums via agencies or contracting directly. Before filling out the application below, please review the Q&A. If you have any questions, contact us at Support@FlexMedStaff.com.

What is the Rise-up! Physician Summit?

The Rise-Up! Physician Summit is a virtual event taking place from October 23–26, designed to inspire and educate physicians exploring non-traditional career paths in medicine, including Direct Primary Care (DPC) and locum tenens. The event features pre-recorded lectures presented throughout the weekend, complemented by live Q&A sessions and panel discussions to deepen engagement and discussion around the topics covered. To learn more about the event click HERE.

What are the lecture requirments?

Physicians must be recognized experts in either Direct Primary Care (DPC) or locum tenens. Each speaker is required to submit a 30-minute pre-recorded lecture focused on a specific educational topic related to DPC or locums. The one exception is that talks on “Specaility Day” can be up to 1 hour long. The event organizers have curated a list of priority topics to ensure focused, non-overlapping content. While you are welcome to edit the title of your talk, the core topic and educational objective must remain aligned with the original intent. This helps maintain consistency and educational value across the event. Physicians who submit a lecture will not be required to be available virtually on the day of the event to answer questions from attendees, but would be appreciated. Physicians are welcome to present one or more lectures.

When will the lectures be recorded?

Each physician will work with the event organizers to record their 30-minute lecture before the event. Those speaking on “Specialty Day” will have up to 60 minutes.

How long does your talk need to be?

Each talk should be 30 minutes or less. If a lecture exceeds this time limit, physicians will be asked to revise it. This ensures the event stays on schedule and encourages speakers to deliver focused, high-value content without going off topic. Lectures given on “Specialty Day” can be up to one hour long.

What benefits do speakers receive?

Speakers will receive at least $299 for each talk they deliver. If the event proves to be highly popular, we may increase this amount or offer additional commission opportunities. Additionally, if the event is approved for 10 CME credits, speakers will receive these credits at no additional charge.

What topics can I talk about?

The event organizers have curated a list of lecture topics. Physicians interested in presenting should choose one or more topics from this list. While you may edit the title to fit your style, the core focus and purpose of the talk must remain consistent with the original intent. Please review the curated list of lecture titles below.

1) Lecture Topics: Locums Via Agencies

Preparing to work through locums agencies and as a 1099 doctor
Understanding the Locums Game and payment structures
Knowing what locums agencies offer physicians and understanding their malpractice coverage
From introduction to Confirmation: Understanding the process of working through locums companies
Finding the right agencies and recruiters to work for
Setting ground rules with your recruiters
Determining the right assignements for you
Understanding the Locums PSA and Confirmation Letters
Negotiating the best rates for locums assignments with recruiters
How to stay compeitive in the locums arena (DEA, licenses and more)
Understanding why delays occur when working through agencies
Understanding the buyout fees, non-competes, 30-day notice
Ways to handle travel through locums agencies

2) Lecture Topics: Locums via Direct Contracting

Preparing to direct contract as 1099 and W2
How to find facilities to contract directly
Items to discuss upon inital conversation with facility
What are the different arrangments and payment structures when going direct
How to deal with malpractice insurance, travel and other items when going direct
Understanding the terms of your contract when contracting directly
The power of understanding Stark laws, FMV and commercial reasonablity
What are the barriers to go direct and how to overcome them
Keys to contracting directly
Reasons why I don’t use locums agencies anymore
How to negotiate the best rates when going direct
Keys you running a one-man/woman locums agency when going direct
Geographic Restrictions: When direct contracting can be useful

3) Lecture Topics: Direct Primary Care (DPC)

From Vision to Viability: Building a Sustainable DPC Practice
Revenue Diversification in DPC: Beyond the Monthly Membership
Metrics That Matter: How to Track Financial and Clinical Success in Your DPC
Hiring for DPC Success: Building a Lean, Mission-Driven Team
DPC Tech Stack Essentials: From EMRs to CRMs to Cash Pay Telehealth Tools
Full-Scope Family Medicine in DPC: OB, Pediatrics, Geriatrics and Beyond
Specialists in DPC: GYN, Endocrinology, Psychiatry & Beyond
Behavioral Health & Functional Medicine in DPC
DPC and Employer Health Plans: Designing High-Performance, High-Value Packages
Urgent Care, Procedures & Minor Surgery in DPC: What’s Possible and What Pays Off
DPC Practice Design for Rural & Underserved Communities
Building Your Patient Panel: Marketing, Messaging, and Member Retention
Pricing Psychology: How to Confidently Set Rates and Communicate Value
Scaling DPC Without Losing Your Soul: Multi-Clinic Models, Licensing, and Franchising
Legislation, Advocacy, and the Future of DPC

4) Lecture Topics: Speciality Day

Locums for Ob/Gyn
Locums for Surgeons
Locums for Hospitalist
Locums for Radiologist
Locums for Medical Subspecailist
Locums for Pediatricians
DPC for Internist
DPC for Medical Subspecailist
DPC for Surgeons

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Spaker Participation Agreement (Terms & Conditions)
SPEAKER AGREEMENT
Rise Up! Physician Summit 2025
October 23–26, 2025 (Virtual Event)
This Speaker Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into by and between FlexMedStaff, LLC (“Organizer”) and the undersigned speaker (“Speaker”) in connection with the Rise Up! Physician Summit 2025 (“Event”). By clicking on the box, you, the speaker, agree to abide by this contract.
1. Engagement
The Speaker agrees to deliver a pre-recorded lecture of up to thirty (30) minutes in length on a topic mutually agreed upon with the Organizer. Speaker may also participate in live Q&A sessions or panels, as determined by the Organizer.
2. Admission and CME Access
The Event shall be free of charge for confirmed Speakers, and they will be eligible to receive Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits at no cost only upon successful submission of their pre-recorded lecture. Failure to provide a lecture will void the Speaker’s complimentary registration and CME eligibility.
3. Changes to Schedule
The Organizer reserves the right to unilaterally change the Event dates, schedule, and format, including transitioning between virtual or hybrid models, as necessary and without prior consent.
4. Termination
The Organizer reserves the right to remove the Speaker at any time and for any reason, at its sole discretion, including but not limited to behavior deemed disruptive, inappropriate, or detrimental to the Event or its participants.
5. Media Release
Speaker grants the Organizer the irrevocable right to record, photograph, film, or otherwise capture their likeness, voice, name, and presentation during the Event. This includes all media now known or hereafter developed as associated with this event. The Organizer may use, edit, distribute, sublicense, and publicly display this content for promotional, educational, and commercial purposes in perpetuity without compensation or further approval.
6. Event Content
Speaker acknowledges that the Organizer has full discretion over all aspects of the Event, including but not limited to the Event name, themes, speakers, topics, hosts, and schedule.
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7. Privacy Policy
The Organizer is committed to protecting the privacy of all Event participants and speakers. Personal information will not be sold or shared with third parties, sponsors, or vendors without the explicit consent of the speaker.
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8. Intellectual Property
All intellectual property rights related to the Event, Event content, and associated materials are the exclusive property of FlexMedStaff, LLC or respective third-party contributors. The Speaker may not reproduce, distribute, or use any trademarks, names, logos, or materials from the Event without prior written consent from FlexMedStaff, LLC. Nothing in this Agreement grants the Speaker any ownership or license to use any intellectual property of the Organizer or its affiliates.
8.1 No Warranties
The Organizer makes no warranties regarding the Event or its content.
8.2 Limitation of Liability
Except as required by law: 1) The Organizer shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential losses arising from the Event or related materials. 2) The Speaker agrees not to bring any legal action against the Organizer or FlexMedStaff, LLC regarding Event content or delivery.
8.3 Indemnification
Speaker agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Organizer and its affiliates from any legal claims, liabilities, or expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) resulting from their participation in the Event or use/misuse of associated platforms or materials.
8.4 Maximum Liability
In no event shall the Organizer’s total liability exceed the amount paid by the Speaker (if any) to attend or participate in the Event.
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9. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Florida. All disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Florida courts.
9.1 Arbitration Clause
All disputes arising under or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved by binding arbitration conducted confidentially in accordance with the Commercial Arbitration Rules of the American Arbitration Association. Arbitration shall take place in Florida unless another venue is mutually agreed upon.
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10. Solicitation Policy
Speakers and participants may not promote, solicit, or distribute promotional materials for personal/self-interest during the Event without prior written approval. Violators may be removed from the Event without refund or recourse.
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11. Miscellaneous
This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties. Any prior discussions, representations, or understandings are superseded by this document.
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12. Severability
If any provision of this Agreement is deemed invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

If you have questions about this agreement, please contact Event Organizer at Support@FlexMedStaff.com



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