A lot of surgical PAs are quietly asking the same question: Is there a way to earn more and build real flexibility… without leaving the OR?

In this episode, Kristin sits down with Dan Payson, founder of All Star Surgical, to break down what it actually looks like for surgical PAs to go independent (1099), how the pay structures work, and what you need in place so the extra income doesn’t turn into chaos—especially on taxes and backend systems.

Inside, you’ll hear:

• The difference between “freelancing” and building a real surgical PA business
• How independent surgical PA pay is often structured (and what makes rates vary)
• The biggest blind spot that blows up 1099 income (and how to avoid it)
• What it takes to be successful outside your “home hospital” comfort zone
• Why backend inf ...