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Thrive Independent Physician Association
 

Independent physicians working better together

Thrive Independent
Physician Association

The largest physician-led network of independent private practices in Western PA, driving collaboration, cost savings, and climbing revenue.

Save The Date! Join Us!

THRiVE Healthcare
Summit 2026

A two-day in-person event bringing together healthcare providers, practice administrators, and industry experts to explore trends, improve operations, and build connections within independent practice.

Friday Apr 10th - Saturday Apr 11th, 2026
Rivers Club, Pittsburgh, PA
THRiVE Healthcare Summit event

Group Purchasing, Cost Savings and Climbing Revenue

Member Benefits

Practice Operations & Cost Savings

THRIVE enables our members to streamline operations and maximize cost savings through expert guidance and available resources.

  • Practice Business Insurance
  • Provider & Professional Liability Insurance
  • Practice Health Insurance (Individual & Group)
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Business Banking & Loans
  • Credit Card Processing
  • Practice Payroll Services
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • HIPAA Compliance Support
  • OSHA Compliance Support
  • Billing, Coding, Credentialing & State Licensing
  • IT Services
  • Marketing & Patient Acquisition Solutions
  • Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
  • Durable Medical Equipment (DME)
  • Phone Services
  • Cell Phone Services
  • Medical Supplies
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Payer Relations
  • Physician & Staff Recruiting
  • Practice Startup Services
 

Financial Growth & Practice Sustainability

We support growth and sustainability by providing members with financial services, resources, and consultation.

  • Accounting Services
  • Banking Services
  • Business Financials Review
  • Practice Revenue Generation Opportunities
  • Practice Value-Based Contracting Assistance
  • Facility Contracts
 

Individual Physician Benefits & Community

THRIVE offers members personal benefits and opportunities that help them grow in and connect with their community.

  • Mortgage Services
  • Refinance Options
  • Personal Loans
  • Home Insurance
  • Auto Insurance
  • Gig Work Opportunities
  • Medical Expert Review Work
  • Locum Tenens Opportunities
  • Networking Opportunities
  • Educational Events
  • Healthcare Realtor Services

Our Leadership Team

Led by physicians and healthcare leaders who understand independent practice.

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Terri Dowd

Executive Director

Healthcare growth strategist and independent practice champion integrating practice optimization and partner ecosystems to drive revenue, reduce costs, and elevate patient-first care experiences.

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Eugene Bonaroti, MD, FACS

President

Neurosurgical spine leader combining bioengineering expertise with minimally invasive, technology-driven solutions for complex spine conditions.

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James Gardner III, MD

Board Member

Family medicine physician dedicated to relationship-driven primary care, integrating community involvement, medical missions, and whole-family health across all ages.

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Michael Wong, DO

Board Member

Sports medicine innovator integrating osteopathic training with personalized, performance-focused care for athletes and active individuals through modern sports & orthopedic medicine.

Who Thrive is For

  • Independent physicians
  • Independent practices
  • Multispecialty providers
  • Organizations supporting independent medicine
Join Thrive

Currently in Pilot

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Connect with Thrive IPA Members through Treatspace

Available on both desktop and mobile devices

1

Claim Your NPI in the Thrive Directory

Verify your identity so you can communicate securely with other Thrive physicians, without paperwork or complex setup.

2

Invite Your Practice Team

Bring your entire practice to use TreatChat for HIPAA-compliant real-time messaging, both inside and outside your practice.

3

Connect with Thrive IPA Members

Find and connect with other Thrive members to collaborate, share insight, and build trusted professional relationships.

4

Send referrals between practices

Use CurbTalk for quick clinical discussions and send referrals securely between practices to improve care coordination.

Ready to Thrive?

Discover how our collaborative network can help you build a sustainable independent practice while preparing for the future of healthcare.