Device Hire, Clinic-in-Clinic & Visiting Clinician
Premium Devices β’ Mobile Health Clinics β’ Doctor-Led Wellness MOTs
Contents
- Executive Summary
- Market Landscape
- Device Portfolio & Suitability Ranking
- Pricing Structures
- Financial Projections
- Operational Model
- Legal & Contractual Framework
- Regulatory & CQC Implications
- Insurance Framework
- Target Market Analysis
- Risk Analysis & Mitigation
- Competitive Advantage
- Launch Roadmap
- Contract Template Structure
- Visiting Clinician β Dr Gemma Lewis
- Clinic-in-Clinic β Ade's Mobile Clinic
- Upsell Ecosystem & Product Revenue
- Premium Turnkey Package
- Pop-Up Venue Strategy
- Staffing vs Pop-Up Model β Financial Comparison
- Venue Partner Outreach β Sample Emails
- Denstone Hall Farm Shop β Pop-Up Proposal
1. Executive Summary
DoctoriumGP owns a portfolio of premium BTL aesthetic devices worth an estimated Β£300,000β500,000+ at purchase price. Dr Gemma Lewis (Clinical Director) works at DoctoriumGP Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday only. She is a GP partner Wednesday through Friday. This means devices sit idle for 3 full working days per week β representing a significant unrealised revenue opportunity.
The proposition: Hire out idle devices to other clinics on a daily, block, or retainer basis. Ade delivers and collects using a dedicated vehicle already being purchased for the business.
Revenue potential: Β£78,000 β Β£234,000+ per year from device hire alone, with zero additional capital expenditure required.
Market gap: No UK company currently operates a doctor-led, multi-device aesthetic equipment hire service at this scale. The existing market consists of leasing companies (long-term finance), rental companies (month-to-month subscriptions), and ad hoc room/equipment sharing in London. Nobody is offering short-term premium device hire with clinical training and support from a CQC-registered, doctor-led clinic.
2. Market Landscape
2.1 Existing Models
| Model | Examples | How It Works | Limitations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long-term lease/finance | BTL direct, Chrysalis Finance, Medifinance | 3-5 year finance agreements, Β£1,000β3,000/month | Requires capital commitment; devices can become obsolete |
| Monthly rental subscription | Laseraid, Laser and Aesthetics, Aesthetica Professional | Month-to-month rental with maintenance included | Still Β£1,500β4,000/month minimum; limited device choice |
| Room + device rental | Ai Beauty Clinic (London), London Beauty Clinic | Rent a treatment room that comes with devices | London-only; limited to in-house devices; no portability |
| Equipment marketplace | KWIPPED, Cosmetic Classifieds, Bimedis | Buy/sell/lease used devices online | No short-term hire option; purely transactional |
| Mobile practitioner | Mobile Aesthetics Clinic, various independents | Practitioner brings device to client/clinic | Limited to injectables and small devices; not BTL-class equipment |
| Pay-per-treatment | 3D Aesthetics "Smart Buy" scheme | Device placed in clinic, revenue share per treatment | Manufacturer-controlled; limited device range |
| Hospital equipment sharing | Cohealo (US model) | Software platform manages sharing between hospital sites | Not available in UK aesthetic market; NHS/hospital focused |
2.2 Key Market Observations
- No short-term hire market exists for premium aesthetic devices in the UK. Every existing model requires minimum monthly commitments.
- Laseraid (Australia-founded, now UK) is the closest model β monthly subscription rental for hair removal lasers. However, they only offer laser hair removal devices, not BTL body contouring or RF microneedling.
- Cohealo (US) operates the hospital equipment sharing model with logistics, insurance, and chain-of-custody tracking. This is the blueprint for how DoctoriumGP should structure its operations.
- The "Smart Buy" model from 3D Aesthetics validates that clinics want access to premium devices without capital outlay.
- Treatment pricing in the UK for the devices DoctoriumGP owns is strong (Β£150β500/session for Emsculpt Neo, Β£100β250/session for EMSella, Β£100β600/session for Exion RF, Β£37β400/session for picosecond laser).
2.3 UK Device Rental Pricing Benchmarks
| Provider | Model | Approx. Monthly Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laseraid | Cynosure Elite+ | Enquiry-based | Month-to-month, includes maintenance |
| Laseraid | Alma Soprano ICE | Enquiry-based | Month-to-month, includes maintenance |
| KWIPPED | BTL Emsculpt Neo (lease) | From ~Β£760/month | Long-term lease, US marketplace |
| Laser and Aesthetics | Various | Β£1,500β4,000/month | Monthly without long-term tie-in |
| 3D Aesthetics | Smart Buy scheme | From Β£50/month | Revenue-share model, limited devices |
Key insight: Monthly rental for premium devices ranges Β£1,500β4,000/month. DoctoriumGP hiring out at Β£500β800/day for 3 days/week (Β£6,000β9,600/month equivalent) is significantly more expensive β but the hiring clinic has zero commitment, zero maintenance cost, and gets a premium device with clinical support. The value proposition is flexibility and access, not cost efficiency.
3. Device Portfolio & Suitability Ranking
3.1 Current Devices
| Rank | Device | Est. Price | Consumables | Training | Daily Revenue | Hire Suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BTL EMSella | Β£50K (paid). Used: ~Β£35K | None | Low (15-30 min) | Β£600β1,500 | EXCELLENT |
| 2 | BTL Emsculpt Neo | ~Β£30K (used) | Applicator pads | Medium (30-60 min) | Β£900β2,500 | VERY GOOD |
| 3 | BTL Exion (RF Micro) | Β£50β80K | Single-use tips | Medium-High | Β£600β1,800 | GOOD |
| 4 | BTL Exion (Face RF) | Included | None | Low-Medium | Β£400β1,200 | GOOD |
3.2 Potential Future Devices
| Rank | Device | Est. Price | Consumables | Training | Daily Revenue | Hire Suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Asclepion PicoStar | Β£80β120K | None (solid-state) | High (full day) | Β£800β2,400 | MODERATE |
| 6 | Asclepion BodyLab | Β£40β60K | None | Low (30 min) | Β£600β1,500 | VERY GOOD |
| 7 | InMode EvolveX | Β£60β90K | Disposable pads | Medium | Β£600β1,500 | GOOD |
| 8 | InMode OptimasMax | Β£100β180K | Morpheus8 tips | High | Β£800β2,500 | MODERATE |
3.3 Hire Suitability Summary (Best to Worst)
- BTL EMSella β Zero consumables, minimal training, impossible to damage. The perfect hire device.
- BTL Emsculpt Neo β Premium device, enormous demand, applicator pad life is the main cost consideration.
- Asclepion BodyLab (if acquired) β Similar advantages to EMSella. Low consumable cost, easy training.
- BTL Exion (Face RF) β No consumables for non-needling mode.
- BTL Exion (RF Microneedling) β Good but requires consumable tracking and higher clinical competence.
- InMode EvolveX β Decent candidate, moderate complexity.
- InMode OptimasMax β Complex multi-platform, high consumable cost, high training barrier.
- Asclepion PicoStar β Powerful laser but high training requirement and laser safety regulations.
4. Pricing Structures
4.1 Pricing Philosophy
Pricing must: (1) cover device depreciation over 3-5 years, (2) cover operational costs, and (3) generate profit.
Benchmark: A Β£100,000 device depreciated over 5 years = Β£20,000/year = Β£1,667/month. If hired 3 days/week (12 days/month), minimum daily rate to cover depreciation = Β£139/day. Adding transport, insurance, maintenance = ~Β£200β250/day floor. But pricing is based on value to the hiring clinic, not just cost recovery.
4.2 Tier 1: Ad Hoc Day Hire
| Device | Daily Rate | Includes | Min. Booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| BTL EMSella | Β£400/day | Delivery, collection, phone support | 48 hrs notice |
| BTL Emsculpt Neo | Β£700/day | Delivery, collection, phone support | 48 hrs notice |
| BTL Exion (Face RF) | Β£450/day | Delivery, collection, phone support | 48 hrs notice |
| BTL Exion (RF Micro) | Β£500/day + consumables | Delivery, collection, phone support. Tips separate | 48 hrs notice |
| Asclepion PicoStar | Β£600/day | Delivery, collection, laser safety briefing | 1 week notice |
| Asclepion BodyLab | Β£400/day | Delivery, collection, phone support | 48 hrs notice |
4.2 Tier 2: 3-Day Block (WedβThuβFri)
| Device | Block Rate | Saving | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| BTL EMSella | Β£1,000/block | 17% | Device stays on-site WedβFri |
| BTL Emsculpt Neo | Β£1,750/block | 17% | Device stays on-site WedβFri |
| BTL Exion (Face RF) | Β£1,125/block | 17% | Device stays on-site WedβFri |
| BTL Exion (RF Micro) | Β£1,250/block + consumables | 17% | Tips extra |
| PicoStar | Β£1,500/block | 17% | Must have laser safety officer on-site |
| BodyLab | Β£1,000/block | 17% | Device stays on-site WedβFri |
4.3 Tier 3: Weekly Hire (7 Days)
| Device | Weekly Rate | Saving |
|---|---|---|
| BTL EMSella | Β£1,800/week | 36% |
| BTL Emsculpt Neo | Β£3,200/week | 35% |
| BTL Exion (Face RF) | Β£2,000/week | 37% |
| BTL Exion (RF Micro) | Β£2,250/week + consumables | 36% |
| PicoStar | Β£2,800/week | 33% |
| BodyLab | Β£1,800/week | 36% |
4.4 Tier 4: Monthly Retainer (3 Days/Week, 3-Month Minimum)
| Device | Monthly Rate | Saving vs Ad Hoc |
|---|---|---|
| BTL EMSella | Β£3,200/month | 33% |
| BTL Emsculpt Neo | Β£5,500/month | 35% |
| BTL Exion (Face RF) | Β£3,600/month | 33% |
| BTL Exion (RF Micro) | Β£4,000/month + consumables | 33% |
| PicoStar | Β£5,000/month | 31% |
| BodyLab | Β£3,200/month | 33% |
Per-treatment pricing removed. No reliable treatment counter on EMSella, impossible to police usage. Stick to day rates, block rates, and retainer pricing only.
4.6 Multi-Device Bundle Discounts
| Bundle | Ad Hoc Day | 3-Day Block | Monthly Retainer |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMSella + Emsculpt Neo | Β£950/day (14%) | Β£2,375/block | Β£7,500/month |
| EMSella + Exion | Β£750/day (12%) | Β£1,875/block | Β£6,000/month |
| EMSella + Emsculpt Neo + Exion | Β£1,350/day (15%) | Β£3,375/block | Β£10,500/month |
| Full BTL Suite + BodyLab | Β£1,600/day (17%) | Β£4,000/block | Β£12,500/month |
5. Financial Projections
Scenario A: Conservative
1 Device (EMSella), 2 Days/Week
Net annual revenue after transport, insurance, and wear & tear
Scenario B: Moderate
2 Devices, 3-Day Blocks
EMSella + Emsculpt Neo on 3-day block pricing to regular clients
Scenario C: Aggressive
3+ Devices, Multiple Clients
Monthly retainers + ad hoc hire across EMSella, Emsculpt Neo, Exion, PicoStar
Break-Even Analysis
| Device | Purchase Price (Est.) | Monthly Retainer | Months to Recover |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMSella | Β£50,000 | Β£3,200 | 16 months |
| Emsculpt Neo | ~Β£30,000 (used) | Β£5,500 | 5.5 months |
| Exion | Β£50β80,000 | Β£3,600 | 14β22 months |
Devices can fully pay for themselves through hire income alone within 2 years, while also generating treatment revenue on clinic days.
6. Operational Model
6.1 Weekly Schedule
| Day | Clinic Use | Hire Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Dr Gemma in clinic β all devices in use | NOT AVAILABLE |
| Tuesday | Dr Gemma in clinic β all devices in use | NOT AVAILABLE |
| Wednesday | Dr Gemma at GP practice | AVAILABLE FOR HIRE |
| Thursday | Dr Gemma at GP practice | AVAILABLE FOR HIRE |
| Friday | Dr Gemma at GP practice | AVAILABLE FOR HIRE |
| Saturday | Dr Gemma in clinic β all devices in use | NOT AVAILABLE |
| Sunday | Dr Gemma in clinic (if open) / flex | CASE BY CASE |
6.2 Delivery & Collection
- Standard delivery: 07:00β08:30 (before Ade starts at office)
- Standard collection: 18:00β20:00 (evening)
- 3-day block: Deliver Wednesday morning, collect Friday evening β device stays on-site
6.3 Vehicle Requirements
- Dedicated vehicle already being purchased
- Ramp or lift gate for heavy devices (Emsculpt Neo, PicoStar)
- Secure tie-down straps and protective blankets/foam
- Device-specific flight cases or padded containers (Β£200β500 per device)
6.4 Training Requirements
| Device | Initial Training | Refresher | Who Can Operate |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMSella | 30 minutes | 10 min | Any clinic staff |
| Emsculpt Neo | 45β60 minutes | 15 min | Trained aesthetician, nurse, doctor |
| Exion (Face RF) | 45β60 minutes | 15 min | Trained aesthetician, nurse, doctor |
| Exion (RF Micro) | 2β3 hours | 30 min | Nurse, doctor, or experienced aesthetician |
| PicoStar | Full day (4β6 hrs) | 1 hour | Doctor, nurse prescriber. LPA sign-off required |
| BodyLab | 30 minutes | 10 min | Any clinic staff |
Training is included in the first hire day. No additional training for subsequent hires unless 3+ months since last hire.
7. Legal & Contractual Framework
Required Agreements
- Master Device Hire Agreement β overarching terms
- Individual Booking Confirmation β specific device, dates, rates
- Operator Training Acknowledgement β signed by each operator
- Insurance Certificate β proof of PI and PL
- Damage Report Form β completed at delivery and collection
Key Clauses
- Liability: Hiring clinic responsible from signed handover to signed return
- Insurance: Minimum Β£5M professional indemnity + Β£5M public liability
- Cancellation: 48+ hrs = no charge, 24β48 hrs = 50%, <24 hrs = 100%
- Non-compete: Hiring clinic may not sub-hire to third parties
- IP: Treatment protocols remain DoctoriumGP's intellectual property
Template Sources
Simply-Docs (Β£35β50) for Equipment Loan Agreement template, then have a commercial solicitor review for Β£500β800.
8. Regulatory & CQC Implications
| Device | Treatment Type | CQC Needed? |
|---|---|---|
| BTL EMSella | Pelvic floor (non-invasive) | NO |
| BTL Emsculpt Neo | Body contouring (non-invasive) | NO |
| BTL Exion Face RF | Skin tightening (non-invasive) | NO |
| BTL Exion RF Micro | Skin rejuvenation (minimally invasive) | POSSIBLY |
| PicoStar | Tattoo removal, pigment | Local authority registration required |
| BodyLab | Muscle building (non-invasive) | NO |
Upcoming change: The Health and Care Act 2022 (Section 180) enables a new three-tier licensing scheme (Green/Amber/Red). A new consultation was expected early 2026. Hiring clinics may need premises and personal licences under the new scheme.
9. Insurance Framework
| Insurance Type | Who Needs It | Cover Level |
|---|---|---|
| Goods in Transit | DoctoriumGP | Β£150,000 per device |
| All-Risks / Portable Equipment | DoctoriumGP | Β£500,000+ (portfolio value) |
| Professional Indemnity | Hiring Clinic | Β£5M minimum |
| Public Liability | Hiring Clinic | Β£5M minimum |
| Employer's Liability | Hiring Clinic | Β£10M (statutory) |
Recommended providers: Hamilton Fraser, Enhance Insurance, PolicyBee, Hiscox, ADF Insurance, Bollington.
10. Target Market Analysis
10.1 Primary Segments
| Segment | Why They'd Hire | Devices | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aesthetic clinics (no body devices) | Test demand before Β£100K+ investment | Emsculpt Neo, EMSella, Exion | HIGH |
| GP practices adding aesthetics | Menopause/incontinence patients | EMSella primarily | MEDIUM |
| Beauty salons upgrading | Compete with medspas | EMSella, Emsculpt Neo | LOW-MEDIUM |
| Physio/sports clinics | Rehab, pelvic floor, body comp | EMSella, Emsculpt Neo, BodyLab | MEDIUM |
| Hotels/spas | Premium wellness add-on | EMSella, Emsculpt Neo | LOW but HIGH margin |
| "Try before buy" clinics | Evaluate before purchasing from BTL | All devices | HIGH conversion |
10.2 Geographic Zones
π« Exclusion Zone
40-mile radius from Derby + Stoke-on-Trent
- Derby, Nottingham, Leicester
- Burton, Loughborough, Mansfield
- Chesterfield, Stoke-on-Trent
Zone 1 β Standard
40β60 miles β’ 45 minβ1.5 hrs
- Birmingham, Sheffield
- Coventry, Wolverhampton
- Stafford, Lincoln, Doncaster, Peterborough
Zone 2 β Extended
60β150 miles β’ 1.5β2.5 hrs
- Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, York
- Bristol, Oxford, Cambridge
- Norwich, Hull
Zone 3 β National
150+ miles β’ 3-day block min.
- London, Edinburgh, Glasgow
- Cardiff, Newcastle, Southampton
- Brighton, Exeter
Total UK addressable market: 3,000β4,000+ aesthetic clinics, GP practices, and medspas.
11. Risk Analysis & Mitigation
β BTL Warranty: Not a barrier. No warranty or service agreement currently in place with BTL. Devices rarely go wrong. Not a concern for launch.
| Risk | Likelihood | Impact | Mitigation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Device damage during transport | Medium | High | Goods in transit insurance; flight cases; Ade handles all transport |
| Damage by untrained operators | Medium | High | Mandatory training; signed acknowledgement; phone support |
| BTL warranty | N/A | N/A | No warranty in place. Devices rarely go wrong. Not a barrier |
| CQC non-compliance by hiring clinic | Medium | High | Verify registrations before first hire; annual re-check |
| Cannibalising own revenue | Low | Medium | Only hire on idle days. Clinic always has priority |
| Device theft | Very Low | Very High | Serial numbers, signed receipt, insurance. Apple AirTags on all devices. Ade personally vets every site β if it doesn't feel right, it doesn't happen |
| Late/no payment | Medium | Medium | Payment in advance for ad hoc. Direct debit for retainers. Deposit held |
| Regulatory change | High | Medium | Monitor DHSC consultations. Already compliant with doctor-led model |
12. Competitive Advantage
| Advantage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Doctor-led credibility | CQC-registered clinic with GP surgeon as Clinical Director |
| Training included | Hands-on training as part of hire. Rental companies just ship a box |
| Real-time support | Phone/video support during hire. Clinics never left alone |
| Dedicated transport | Personal delivery by MD. No courier risk |
| Zero capex to start | Devices already owned. Revenue is almost entirely incremental profit |
| Multi-device range | EMSella + Emsculpt Neo + Exion + PicoStar + BodyLab. No other single provider matches this |
| Referral ecosystem | Hiring clinics refer patients they can't treat back to DoctoriumGP |
| Try before buy | Clinics test devices, then purchase from BTL. Potential referral commission |
"DoctoriumGP Device Access: Premium BTL aesthetic devices available for short-term hire, delivered and supported by a CQC-registered, doctor-led clinic. No capital outlay. No long-term commitment. Full training and clinical support included."
Revenue Beyond Hire Fees
- Consumable sales β Exion tips, Emsculpt pads at markup
- Training fees β Advanced packages Β£250β500 per person
- Referral income β Patients referred from hiring clinics
- BTL referral commission β Finder's fee for clinics who purchase
- Marketing support β Co-branded materials for a fee
- Clinical governance retainer β Named medical director package Β£250β500/month
13. Launch Roadmap
Phase 1: Foundation (Weeks 1β4)
| Week | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Contact BTL UK re multi-site warranty terms |
| 1 | Get insurance quotes (goods-in-transit + all-risks) |
| 1 | Instruct solicitor β equipment hire agreement |
| 2 | Purchase flight cases/protective packaging |
| 2 | Create quick-reference treatment guides (laminated A4) |
| 3 | Build device hire webpage + enquiry form |
| 3 | Create hire service brochure/one-pager |
| 4 | Finalise hire agreement. Set up booking system |
Phase 2: Soft Launch (Weeks 5β8)
| Week | Action |
|---|---|
| 5 | Identify 5 target clinics. Personal outreach (email + phone) |
| 5 | Offer first clinic a FREE trial day with EMSella |
| 6 | First paid hire day. Document everything. Get feedback |
| 6β7 | Iterate on process based on first hires |
| 8 | Collect testimonial. Add to marketing materials |
Phase 3: Scale (Months 3β6)
| Month | Action |
|---|---|
| 3 | Expand outreach to 20+ clinics. Launch LinkedIn content |
| 4 | First monthly retainer client signed. Add PicoStar if acquired |
| 5 | Attend aesthetic industry event with marketing materials |
| 6 | Target: 2β3 regular clients, Β£5,000+/month hire revenue |
Phase 4: Optimise (Months 7β12)
| Month | Action |
|---|---|
| 7β9 | Review pricing. Increase if oversubscribed. Consider part-time driver |
| 10β12 | Target: 4β6 regular clients, Β£10,000+/month hire revenue |
| 12 | Annual review: consider purchasing additional devices for hire (e.g., second EMSella) |
14. Contract Template Structure
Part A: General Terms
- Definitions and Interpretation
- Term β start date, end date, renewal terms
- Delivery and Collection β timings, access requirements
- Hire Fees and Payment β rates, advance payment, late interest
- Deposit β amount, retention conditions
- Title and Risk β device remains DoctoriumGP property
- Insurance β clinic obligations
- Training β included in first hire
- Consumables β supplied by DoctoriumGP only
Part B: Obligations
- Hiring Clinic: Use per IFU, trained operators only, maintain registrations, no sub-hire, report damage immediately
- DoctoriumGP: Deliver in good working order, provide training/support, maintain insurance, respond within 2 hours
Part C: Risk and Liability
- Breakdown and Repair responsibilities
- Mutual limitation of liability
- Indemnity β clinic indemnifies DoctoriumGP against treatment claims
- Damage/Loss β inspection process, definitions
Part D: Termination and General
- Cancellation β notice periods and fees
- Termination grounds (non-payment, insurance lapse, misuse)
- Data Protection β GDPR compliance
- Confidentiality
- Non-Solicitation
- Force Majeure
- Notices and Service
- Applicable Law β English law, English courts
Appendices
- A: Device Specification and Condition Sheet
- B: Operator Training Acknowledgement Form
- C: Pre-Delivery Checklist
- D: Handover/Return Inspection Form
- E: Consumables Price List
- F: Quick Reference Treatment Guide
- G: Emergency Contact Information
15. Visiting Clinician β Dr Gemma Lewis
Dr Gemma Lewis (Clinical Director, MRCS MRCGP) is available WedβThuβFri. She visits partner clinics as a visiting consultant operating under DoctoriumGP's CQC registration (hub-and-spoke model).
Services at Partner Sites
| Service | Duration | Price Range | Patients/Day | Revenue/Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Menopause consultation (initial) | 45 mins | Β£250+ | 4β6 | Β£1,000β1,500 |
| Menopause follow-up | 25 mins | Β£99β149 | 6β10 | Β£594β1,490 |
| GLP-1 weight loss | 20β30 mins | Β£199β299 | 10β14 | Β£1,990β4,186 |
| Private GP | 15β20 mins | Β£99β199 | 10β16 | Β£990β3,184 |
| Aesthetic prescribing | 15 mins | Β£40β80/patient | 15β20 | Β£600β1,600 |
CQC Hub-and-Spoke Model
CQC explicitly supports this. DoctoriumGP (Derby) is the hub. Partner sites become spokes β listed in the Statement of Purpose. No separate registration needed. Dr Gemma can prescribe HRT, GLP-1s, and medications at any satellite location under DoctoriumGP's CQC registration.
Revenue Split Models
| Model | How It Works | DoctoriumGP Earns | Hosting Clinic Earns |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat room rental | Pay Β£100β150/day for room | All revenue minus room cost | Β£100β150 guaranteed |
| Revenue share (70/30) | Clinic provides room + patients | 70% of revenue | 30% of revenue |
| Fixed day rate | Clinic pays Dr Gemma Β£800β1,200/day | Guaranteed income | All patient revenue minus fee |
Annual Projection (2 days/week, mixed menopause + GLP-1)
Visiting Clinician Revenue
Gross: Β£186K/year β’ Net after Dr Gemma + costs:
Plus ongoing prescription revenue: HRT repeats, GLP-1 medication margins, patient retention
16. Clinic-in-Clinic β Ade's Mobile Clinic
The game-changer. Ade runs DoctoriumGP pop-up clinics inside salons and aesthetic clinics. Free SkinScope scans and Tanita Pro scans as hooks. Patients become DoctoriumGP's patients. Upsell SkinCeuticals, Ultrahuman Ring, EMSella, and more.
The Arsenal β What Ade Brings
| Item | Cost to Deploy | Purpose | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|
| SkinScope (AI-upgraded) | Β£0 (owned, Β£77 upgrade) | AI skin analysis β 8 VISIA parameters, bio skin age, treatment plan | Free hook β upsell |
| Tanita Pro Scales | Β£0 (owned) | Body comp β fat%, muscle, visceral fat, metabolic age, BMR | Free hook β upsell |
| BTL EMSella | Β£0 (owned) | Pelvic floor β 28-min session, patient sits clothed | Β£100β200/session |
| SkinCeuticals | 28β30% off RRP | Premium skincare β C E Ferulic, Silymarin CF, retinols | 53β65% margin |
| Ultrahuman Ring AIR | Partnership | Sleep, HRV, temperature, recovery tracking | Commission on Β£329 |
| Branded Reports | Β£0 (software built) | PDF health dashboard, skin report, body comp report | Credibility + retention |
The Patient Journey
- Free Scan (5β10 min): SkinScope skin scan or Tanita body comp. Beautiful branded PDF generated instantly. "Your metabolic age is 52 but you're only 38β¦"
- Consultation (10β15 min): Walk through results on iPad. Identify areas for improvement.
- Product Recommendation (5 min): SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic (Β£149, cost Β£68.75 = Β£80 profit). "I've got these in the car."
- Treatment Booking: EMSella today, Exion RF at next visit or at DoctoriumGP Derby. Ultrahuman Ring for ongoing tracking.
- Patient Capture: Client enters DoctoriumGP's system. Future comms, reorders, bookings all through DoctoriumGP.
Revenue Model β Per Clinic Day
| Activity | Volume | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
| Free SkinScope + Tanita scans (hook) | 15 scans | Β£0 |
| SkinCeuticals product sales (40% conversion) | 6 sales | Β£720 |
| EMSella sessions | 4 sessions | Β£600 |
| Ultrahuman Ring | 1 ring | Β£329 |
| Treatment deposits (for later) | 3 bookings | Β£600 |
| Gross revenue | Β£2,249 | |
| Costs (products, room, referral fees, fuel) | βΒ£552 | |
| Net revenue per day | Β£1,697 |
Plus future LTV: 15 new patients per day Γ avg Β£500β2,000 LTV = Β£3,000β10,000 downstream revenue over 12 months.
Target Venues
| Venue Type | Why | Priority |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty salons | Large client base, women 30β60, perfect for SkinScope + SkinCeuticals | HIGH |
| Premium hair salons | High footfall, captive audience sitting for 1β2 hours | HIGH |
| Gyms & CrossFit boxes | Body comp, muscle mass, metabolic age β speaks their language | HIGH |
| Corporate offices | H&R wellbeing days, body comp scans as team activity | HIGH |
| Yoga/Pilates studios | Wellness-minded, pelvic floor aware (EMSella) | MEDIUM |
| Hotels/spas | Premium clients, high disposable income | MEDIUM |
| Health food shops | Already buying supplements, open to health optimisation | MEDIUM |
Annual Projection
Conservative (1 day/week)
Excludes downstream patient LTV
Moderate (2 days/week)
Excludes downstream patient LTV
Aggressive (3 days/week)
Excludes downstream patient LTV
17. Upsell Ecosystem & Product Revenue
Product Portfolio
| Product | Cost | Sell Price | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic 30ml | Β£68.75 | Β£149 | 54% |
| SkinCeuticals Silymarin CF 30ml | Β£52.50 | Β£149 | 65% |
| SkinCeuticals H.A. Intensifier 30ml | Β£43.75 | Β£95 | 54% |
| SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 30ml | Β£37.50 | Β£79 | 53% |
| Ultrahuman Ring AIR | Partnership | Β£329 | Commission |
| EMSella session | Β£0 (owned) | Β£100β200 | ~100% |
| EMSella course (6 sessions) | Β£0 | Β£500β1,000 | ~100% |
| Exion RF treatment | Β£20β40 tip | Β£150β350 | 85β90% |
Recurring Revenue Streams
- SkinCeuticals reorders β every 2β3 months, Β£100β200/order, 53β65% margin
- EMSella maintenance β 1β2 sessions every 6 months, Β£100β200/session
- GLP-1 medication β monthly prescriptions, Β£50β100 margin/month
- HRT prescriptions β repeat prescriptions, Β£30β37 each, ongoing
- Follow-up scans β drives retention and repeat product sales
Combined Revenue β All Streams (Year 2)
| Stream | Annual (Year 2) |
|---|---|
| Device Hire | Β£80,000β120,000 |
| Visiting Clinician | Β£65,000β90,000 |
| Clinic-in-Clinic (Ade) | Β£120,000β200,000 |
| Product Upsell | Β£60,000β100,000 |
| Recurring Rx & Subscriptions | Β£40,000β80,000 |
| TOTAL | Β£365,000β590,000 |
18. Premium Turnkey Package
"The Full DoctoriumGP Experience" β Doctor + device + SkinScope + Tanita + products, all delivered to the partner clinic. Patients get a comprehensive Health MOT. The clinic charges up to Β£350/appointment.
What's Delivered
- Dr Gemma Lewis (Clinical Director) β full day
- BTL device (EMSella / Emsculpt Neo / Exion)
- SkinScope AI Skin Analysis β upgraded with Woods Light UV
- Tanita Pro Body Composition Scanner
- SkinCeuticals product range β for direct sales
- Branded PDF reports β for every patient
- Full CQC governance β under DoctoriumGP's registration
What Each Patient Gets (Health MOT)
- Tanita Pro body composition scan (metabolic age, body fat%, visceral fat, muscle mass)
- SkinScope AI skin analysis (8 VISIA parameters, biological skin age, UV damage)
- Face-to-face consultation with Dr Gemma (menopause, GLP-1, wellness, skin)
- Personalised health report (branded PDF)
- Product & treatment recommendations
- Optional EMSella session on the same day
Pricing
| Component | Daily Fee |
|---|---|
| Dr Gemma Lewis | Β£1,000 |
| Device hire (EMSella or similar) | Β£400β700 |
| SkinScope + Tanita Pro + reports | Included |
| Clinical governance & CQC | Included |
| Total package to hosting clinic | Β£1,400β1,700/day |
Revenue β Everyone Wins
Scenario: 6 patients Γ Β£299 Health MOT
| Party | Income | Net |
|---|---|---|
| Hosting clinic | 6 Γ Β£299 = Β£1,794 | Β£294 profit + prestige |
| DoctoriumGP (package) | Β£1,500 fee | Β£450 after Dr Gemma + travel |
| DoctoriumGP (products) | 3 Γ Β£120 SkinCeuticals | +Β£210 margin |
| DoctoriumGP (EMSella) | 2 Γ Β£150 sessions | +Β£300 pure profit |
| DoctoriumGP (Ring) | 1 Γ Β£329 | +Β£50β80 commission |
| DoctoriumGP total per day | Β£1,010β1,040 net |
All Offering Tiers Compared
| Tier | What's Included | Fee to Clinic | DoctoriumGP Net/Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Device Hire Only | Device + delivery + support | Β£400β700 | Β£300β600 |
| Clinic-in-Clinic (Ade) | EMSella + SkinScope + Tanita + products | Β£0 (Ade keeps revenue) | Β£1,200β1,700 |
| Visiting Clinician | Dr Gemma consultations only | Revenue share / room rental | Β£400β800 |
| Premium Turnkey | Dr Gemma + device + all scans + products | Β£1,400β1,700 | Β£800β1,200 |
Why Clinics Pay Β£1,500+ For This
- They can't do this themselves. No doctor, no CQC, no devices, no AI skin analysis, no body comp scanners.
- Zero risk. Fixed fee, charge patients Β£250β350, pocket the difference.
- Premium positioning. A salon in Northampton advertising "doctor-led Health MOTs with AI skin scanning" competes with Harley Street, not the salon next door.
- No commitment. Book one day. See how it goes. No lease, no contract, no equipment.
19. Pop-Up Venue Strategy
Beyond salons and clinics. The clinic-in-clinic model works anywhere with affluent footfall and a spare room. These non-traditional venues have zero competition from other aesthetic providers β DoctoriumGP would be the first and only.
Tier 1 β High-Footfall Premium Venues
| Venue Type | Why It Works | Hook Services | Target Demographic | Est. Scans/Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farm shops & lifestyle centres | Affluent rural clientele, 40β65 age group, artisan/premium mindset. These people already spend Β£80+ on a weekend shop β they'll spend Β£149 on C E Ferulic without blinking | Tanita body comp, SkinScope | Women 40β65, high disposable income, health-conscious | 15β25 |
| Garden centres with cafΓ©s | Surprisingly the highest footfall of any retail format for the 45β70 demographic. Customers dwell for 1β2 hours (cafΓ©, browse). Captive audience with nothing to do while their partner looks at plants | Tanita body comp, SkinScope | Women 45β70, retired/semi-retired, high spend potential | 20β30 |
| Premium department stores | SkinCeuticals already has counters in Harvey Nichols / SpaceNK. A DoctoriumGP skin analysis station next to the beauty hall is a natural fit. High foot traffic, high brand trust | SkinScope AI scan β SkinCeuticals upsell | Women 30β60, brand-aware, beauty spend Β£200+/month | 20β30 |
| Country clubs & golf clubs | Wealthy members, health-conscious, captive audience (bar after golf). Function rooms available midweek. "Members' Health MOT Day" sells itself | Tanita body comp, EMSella | Men & women 40β70, high net worth, competitive about health metrics | 10β15 |
Tier 2 β Health & Fitness Venues
| Venue Type | Why It Works | Hook Services | Target Demographic | Est. Scans/Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private members' gyms | David Lloyd, Virgin Active, Nuffield Health β members pay Β£80β150/month and want body comp data. "Metabolic age" and visceral fat metrics speak their language | Tanita body comp | Men & women 30β55, performance-focused | 15β25 |
| CrossFit boxes | Community-driven, competitive, obsessed with metrics. "Body Comp Day" would sell out. Coaches would promote for free because it adds value | Tanita body comp | Men & women 25β45, data-obsessed, high spend on supplements | 20β30 |
| Yoga / Pilates studios | Wellness-minded, pelvic floor aware (EMSella resonates), interested in skin health and ageing. Instructors often have menopause/perimenopause conversations with clients | SkinScope, EMSella | Women 30β55, wellness lifestyle, holistic health | 10β15 |
| Running / cycling clubs | Performance-focused, interested in body comp, recovery. Saturday morning run β body comp scan β coffee. Event partnership | Tanita body comp | Men & women 30β55, competitive, health data | 10β20 (event days) |
Tier 3 β Lifestyle & Luxury Venues
| Venue Type | Why It Works | Hook Services | Target Demographic | Est. Scans/Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boutique hotels & spas | Wellness tourism, spa guests actively seeking health experiences. A "Health MOT" at a spa break is premium positioning. Hotel takes a cut or charges guests directly | Full MOT: Tanita + SkinScope + consultation | Guests 35β65, high spend, wellness tourism | 6β10 |
| Wedding venues / bridal shops | "Bridal Body Prep" packages β SkinScope for skin preparation, Tanita for body comp goals, EMSella for pelvic floor (pre/post-wedding). 6-month lead time = treatment course upsell | SkinScope, EMSella | Brides 25β40 + mothers of bride 50β65 | 8β12 |
| Corporate offices | HR-driven wellbeing days. "Employee Health MOT" β body comp scans as team activity. Companies pay for it as a perk. Mass data capture opportunity | Tanita body comp (mass scan) | Employees 25β55, employer-funded | 30β50 |
| Women's networking events | WI meetings, business networking, charity lunches. Speaker slot + free scans after. 50β200 attendees, all in target demographic | SkinScope quick scan | Women 35β65, influential, word-of-mouth amplifiers | 15β30 (event) |
Tier 4 β Creative / Untapped
| Venue Type | Why It Works | Feasibility |
|---|---|---|
| Private school parents' evenings | Captive audience of affluent parents, 1β2 hours of waiting. "While you're here, fancy a free health scan?" | MEDIUM β needs school buy-in |
| Farmers' markets / artisan fairs | Premium outdoor events, health-conscious demographic, aligns with natural/wellness positioning | HIGH β easy to book a stall |
| Race days / equestrian events | Affluent crowd, corporate hospitality, long dwell time, dressed up and receptive | MEDIUM β need event sponsorship or VIP area |
| Charity ball / gala dinners | High-net-worth individuals, health/wellness theme tables, auction prize (free Health MOT package) | HIGH β donate a package, get exposure |
| Cruise ships (UK-based) | Captive audience for 7+ days, wellness packages sell well at sea, zero competition | LOW (logistics) β but enormous if cracked |
Farm Shop Playbook (Example)
Why farm shops are gold: Chatsworth Farm Shop, Denstone Hall, Brockleby's β these venues pull in exactly your demographic. Affluent 40β65 year olds who drive 30 minutes to buy organic sourdough and artisan cheese. They're spending Β£80β150 per visit already. They've got 1β2 hours to kill. They care about health, quality, and premium brands. And there is ZERO competition for their attention from any health provider.
- Approach: Contact farm shop manager. "We'd like to offer your customers a free health screening day β body composition analysis and AI skin assessment. No cost to you, drives footfall, your customers love it."
- Setup: Table or small room near the cafΓ©. Tanita Pro scales, SkinScope, iPad, SkinCeuticals display case. Banner: "Free Health Scan β DoctoriumGP"
- Flow: Customer walks past β "Fancy a free body composition scan? Takes 2 minutes" β scan β "Your metabolic age is 56, you're actually 43 β let me explain what that means" β SkinScope scan β product recommendations β capture details
- Revenue: 20 scans in a day, 8 buy SkinCeuticals (avg Β£120), 2 book EMSella courses. Gross: Β£960 products + Β£1,000 EMSella deposits = Β£1,960. Net after costs: ~Β£1,400
- Follow-up: All 20 scanned customers get an email invite to the next farm shop day, plus an invitation to DoctoriumGP Derby for treatments
Corporate Wellness Playbook
Why corporate is the highest-volume play: A farm shop gives you 15β25 scans. A corporate office with 200 staff gives you 40β50 scans in a single day. Two-minute Tanita scans, production line, one after another. Every person gets a branded PDF. Half of them are shocked by their metabolic age. Every one is a potential DoctoriumGP patient.
Three Corporate Models
| Model | What You Offer | Who Pays | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free wellness day | Tanita body comp scans for all staff. Free. HR ticks their wellbeing KPI box | Nobody β it's your marketing cost | Β£0 upfront, but 40β50 new patients in your database. SkinCeuticals upsell on the day. EMSella/treatment bookings downstream |
| Paid wellness package | Tanita + SkinScope + mini consultation for each employee. Branded report emailed | Employer pays Β£25β50 per employee | 50 staff Γ Β£35 = Β£1,750/day + product upsell + patient capture |
| Premium Health MOT day | Dr Gemma + all scans + private consultation. Full Turnkey Package | Employer pays Β£1,500β2,500 for the day, or per-employee at Β£75β150 | Β£1,500β2,500 package fee + product sales + treatment bookings |
Why HR Departments Say Yes
- It's free (Model 1): "A CQC-registered health clinic wants to give your staff free body composition analysis. No cost. We just need a meeting room for the day." β no HR manager says no to that
- Wellbeing KPI: Companies are measured on employee wellbeing initiatives. A Health MOT Day is a tangible, reportable activity
- Reduced absenteeism angle: Staff who understand their metabolic health make better choices. Employer benefits from healthier workforce
- Team activity: "Body Comp Day" becomes a talking point. Staff compare metabolic ages, challenge each other, share results. Engagement goes through the roof
- Duty of care: If a scan identifies something concerning (high visceral fat, unusually low muscle mass), DoctoriumGP can recommend the employee sees their GP. The employer looks responsible
Corporate Revenue Scenario
| Activity | Volume | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
| Free Tanita scans (hook) | 50 scans | Β£0 |
| SkinCeuticals product sales (15% conversion β lower than salon, different demo) | 7 sales | Β£840 |
| EMSella interest / bookings | 3 bookings | Β£450 deposits |
| GLP-1 weight loss enquiries | 5 leads | Est. Β£1,250 downstream (Β£249/consultation) |
| Ultrahuman Ring interest | 2 sales | Β£658 |
| Day 1 revenue | Β£1,948 + Β£1,250 pipeline | |
| 50 new patients in database | LTV: Β£25,000β100,000 over 12 months |
Target Companies (Derby / East Midlands)
- Large employers: Rolls-Royce, Toyota, JCB, Bombardier, Experian, Capital One
- Professional services: Law firms, accountancy practices, consultancies (affluent staff, desk-bound = high visceral fat)
- Tech companies: Health-conscious culture, already offer perks, competitive about metrics
- NHS trusts / hospitals: Ironic but β healthcare workers are often the unhealthiest. Plus they understand the data
- Universities: Academic staff + admin staff. Large numbers, easy to book through HR
- Industrial parks: Multiple companies in one location. Do 3 offices in one day
Corporate Outreach Template
Subject: Free Staff Health Screening β [Company Name]
"Hi [HR Contact], I'm Ade Whetton from DoctoriumGP, a CQC-registered health clinic in Derby. We offer complimentary employee health screening days β medical-grade body composition analysis showing body fat, muscle mass, visceral fat, and metabolic age for every member of staff. It takes 2 minutes per person, we handle everything, and your team gets personalised health reports. Zero cost. All we need is a meeting room and a plug socket. Companies like [reference/similar] have found it's a fantastic team engagement activity and ticks the wellbeing box. Would you be open to a quick conversation?"
Venue Outreach Template (General)
Subject: Free Health Screening Day for [Venue Name] Customers
"Hi [Name], I'm Ade Whetton from DoctoriumGP, a CQC-registered health clinic in Derby. We run complimentary health screening days at premium venues β offering your customers free body composition analysis and AI-powered skin assessments. It's a fantastic footfall driver and your customers absolutely love it. No cost to you whatsoever β we just need a small space for the day. Would you be open to a quick chat about hosting a Health Screening Day at [Venue Name]?"
20. Staffing vs Pop-Up Model β Financial Comparison
20.1 The Question
Is it better to employ someone to deliver basic aesthetics in clinic 3 days/week (WednesdayβFriday, when Gemma is at her NHS GP partnership), or should Ade run pop-ups at partner venues instead?
This is one of the most important strategic decisions for DoctoriumGP's growth. Both options utilise the same idle device days, but they produce radically different financial outcomes, risk profiles, and growth trajectories.
20.2 Option A: Employ an Aesthetic Therapist/Nurse (3 Days/Week)
Annual Costs
| Cost Item | Annual Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Salary (60% FTE) | Β£16,800β19,200 | Full-time Β£28,000β32,000. 3 days/week = 60% |
| Employer NI (13.8% above Β£9,100) | Β£1,062β1,394 | Statutory obligation |
| Workplace pension (3%) | Β£504β576 | Auto-enrolment minimum |
| Professional indemnity insurance | Β£500β1,000 | Required for unsupervised treatments |
| Training / CPD | Β£500β1,000 | Laser safety, device training, refreshers |
| Recruitment (amortised 3yr) | Β£667β1,667 | One-off Β£2,000β5,000 via agency |
| Holiday cover impact | Included | 5.6 weeks statutory β only 46.4 working weeks but paying 52 |
| Sick pay impact | Included | UK avg 5.7 days/yr β diary empty, still paying salary |
| Management overhead | Opportunity cost | Ade's time on HR, payroll, supervision |
| Total annual cost | Β£20,033β24,837 |
What They CAN Deliver
- EMSella treatments (6β10 sessions/day at Β£100β150)
- Exion non-needling face RF (4β8 sessions/day at Β£100β150)
- Basic consultations
- Body composition scans (Tanita Pro)
- SkinScope AI skin assessments
What They CANNOT Deliver
- Menopause consultations (not a doctor)
- Prescriptions of any kind (HRT, GLP-1)
- Treatments requiring medical oversight without Gemma present
- Private GP consultations
- Clinical decision-making beyond device operation
Revenue Projections
| Period | Patients/Day | Revenue/Day | Days/Wk | Weeks/Yr | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (building) | 3β4 | Β£300β600 | 3 | 46 | Β£41,400β82,800 |
| Year 2 (mature) | 5β7 | Β£500β1,050 | 3 | 46 | Β£69,000β144,900 |
Net Profit β Option A
| Year | Revenue | Costs | Net Profit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Β£41,400β82,800 | Β£20,033β24,837 | Β£16,563β62,767 |
| Year 2 | Β£69,000β144,900 | Β£20,033β24,837 | Β£44,163β124,063 |
Risks
- Recruitment risk β Wrong hire takes 3β6 months to replace. Probation, performance management, potentially tribunal
- Employment law β Dismissal process, unfair dismissal claims, maternity/paternity leave, flexible working requests
- Empty diary = paying for nothing β If bookings don't come, salary still goes out
- Geographic limitation β Same Derby location, same patient pool. May cannibalise Gemma's patients
- No cover β When they're off sick or on holiday, diary is empty and revenue is zero
- Insurance/indemnity β Additional costs and CQC scrutiny for unsupervised treatments
- CQC complexity β Non-doctor treatments require documented protocols, supervision, competency sign-off
20.3 Option B: Ade Pop-Up at Partner Venues (3 Days/Week)
Annual Costs
| Cost Item | Annual Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Travel/fuel | Β£4,140β8,280 | Β£30β60/day Γ 3 days Γ 46 weeks |
| Space/table rental | Β£0β13,800 | Most venues give space free for footfall/commission. Upper = Β£100/day paid |
| Product stock (SkinCeuticals) | Working capital | Not a cost β 53β65% margins, inventory is an asset |
| Equipment wear | Minimal | EMSella no consumables. SkinScope/Tanita negligible running costs |
| AirTag tracking | Β£29 each (one-off) | Already owned |
| Management/HR overhead | ZERO | Ade IS the operation |
| Total annual cost | Β£4,140β22,080 |
Revenue (Based on Section 16.6 Model)
Net Β£1,200β1,700/day after product costs, space rental, referral fees, and fuel.
| Scenario | Days/Wk | Net/Day | Annual Revenue (46 wks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conservative (1 day/week) | 1 | Β£1,200 | Β£55,200 |
| Moderate (2 days/week) | 2 | Β£1,500 | Β£138,000 |
| Aggressive (3 days/week) | 3 | Β£1,700 | Β£234,600 |
Net Profit β Option B
| Scenario | Revenue | Costs | Net Profit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 day/week | Β£55,200 | Β£1,380 | Β£53,820 |
| 2 days/week | Β£138,000 | Β£4,140β8,280 | Β£129,720β133,860 |
| 3 days/week | Β£234,600 | Β£4,140β22,080 | Β£212,520β230,460 |
Advantages
- ZERO staffing headaches β No recruitment, HR, sick pay, holiday pay, tribunals, NI, pension
- ZERO fixed costs when not operating β No pop-up day = no cost. Complete flexibility
- Different geography each day β Reaches NEW patients across the Midlands, not competing with Derby
- Every patient captured β DoctoriumGP database. Lifetime value Β£500β2,000 per patient
- 100% product margins retained β No employee commission or split
- Brand building β DoctoriumGP visible at farm shops, racecourses, corporate offices, gyms
- Scalable β Add days, venues, or hire someone to replicate the model later
- Affluent demographics β Farm shops, racecourses, corporate offices = high conversion
- No CQC complications β EMSella is non-invasive, SkinScope/Tanita are assessment tools
- Device hire runs in parallel β Devices not at pop-ups go out on hire. Both models simultaneously
20.4 Head-to-Head Comparison
| Factor | Option A: Employ Staff | Option B: Ade Pop-Up |
|---|---|---|
| Annual fixed cost | Β£20,033β24,837 | Β£4,140β22,080 |
| Revenue (Year 1) | Β£41,400β82,800 | Β£55,200β234,600 |
| Net profit (Year 1) | Β£16,563β62,767 | Β£53,820β230,460 |
| Revenue (Year 2) | Β£69,000β144,900 | Β£55,200β234,600 |
| Net profit (Year 2) | Β£44,163β124,063 | Β£53,820β230,460 |
| Staffing risk | HIGH | NONE |
| HR/legal obligations | Significant | None |
| Geographic reach | Derby only | Midlands-wide |
| Patient acquisition | Existing patients only | NEW patients from partner venues |
| Flexibility | Low (committed 3 days/wk) | High (pick and choose) |
| Brand building | None (clinic-based) | Significant (visible across region) |
| Scalability | Hire more staff (more risk) | Clone the model |
| CQC complexity | Higher | Lower |
| Product revenue | Low | High (SkinCeuticals + Ultrahuman) |
| Management time | Significant | Zero |
20.5 Verdict
The pop-up model wins on every metric. Year 1 net profit is 3β4Γ higher, fixed costs are 80% lower, there's zero staffing risk, and every pop-up captures NEW patients from NEW geographies rather than fighting for the same Derby patient base.
The ONLY scenario where employing staff makes sense is when DoctoriumGP has more demand than Ade can physically service β at which point, hire pop-up operators to replicate the model at multiple venues simultaneously, rather than employing clinic-based staff.
Bottom line: No employees needed. The devices either go out on hire or Ade takes them to partner venues. Both options generate more revenue than paying someone Β£20,000+/year to sit in the Derby clinic hoping patients walk in.
20.6 Running Both Models Simultaneously
There is nothing stopping both models running on the same day:
- Hire out some devices to clinics β e.g., Emsculpt Neo goes to a partner clinic in Nottingham at Β£500/day
- Take other devices to pop-ups β e.g., Ade takes EMSella + SkinScope + Tanita to a farm shop in Ashbourne
On any given Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday:
| Activity | Daily Revenue |
|---|---|
| Device on hire at partner clinic | Β£400β700 |
| Ade at pop-up with different devices | Β£1,200β1,700 |
| Combined daily revenue (zero employees) | Β£1,600β2,400 |
Combined annual revenue (3 days/week, 46 weeks):
- Device hire: Β£55,200β96,600
- Pop-ups: Β£165,600β234,600
- Total: Β£220,800β331,200 β all with zero staff costs
This is the optimal configuration. Maximum revenue, maximum geographic reach, minimum risk, zero employees.
21. Venue Partner Outreach β Sample Emails
Four ready-to-send outreach emails covering the internal business case (to Dr Gemma Lewis) and three venue partner pitches. Each email has a copy button for quick use.
Email 1: Dr Gemma Lewis β Device Hire & Pop-Up Concept
Email 2: Rupert β Denstone Farm Shop Pop-Up
Email 3: Your Padel, Uttoxeter β Pop-Up Health Clinic
Email 4: Uttoxeter Racecourse β Race Day Pop-Up Health Clinic
22. Denstone Hall Farm Shop β Pop-Up Proposal
The following is a summary of the DoctoriumGP pop-up clinic proposal for Denstone Hall Farm Shop. This captures the key value proposition, benefits for Denstone Hall, the tenant bonus, how the model works, projected numbers, and the call to action.
What We Bring
SkinScope AI Skin Scanner
Free skin health analysis, biological skin age, UV damage assessment. Personalised report in 2 minutes.
Tanita Pro Body Composition
Medical-grade body analysis: metabolic age, body fat%, muscle mass, visceral fat. Free 2-minute scan.
BTL EMSella
Revolutionary pelvic floor treatment. Non-invasive, fully clothed, 30-minute session. Β£150/treatment.
SkinCeuticals Premium Skincare
Medical-grade skincare including C E Ferulic (Β£149), used by dermatologists worldwide.
Ultrahuman Ring AIR
Premium wearable health tracker. Sleep, HRV, recovery, movement. Β£329.
Expert Health Advice
Personalised recommendations. Body composition explained, skin health guidance.
What Denstone Hall Gets
Exclusive Β£25 Discount Code
For ALL Denstone Hall customers on any DoctoriumGP treatment or appointment.
10% Commission
On all products sold at the pop-up β SkinCeuticals, supplements, Ultrahuman Ring.
Increased Footfall
Free health scans advertised 1β2 weeks in advance bring extra customers through your door. And the chances of them leaving empty-handed? Pretty slim. They're in your farm shop.
Premium Brand Positioning
"We host a visiting doctor-led health clinic" elevates Denstone Hall's already strong brand.
Zero Cost to You
DoctoriumGP brings everything. You just provide a small space near the cafe.
Exclusive Territory
We won't set up at another venue within 5 miles.
A Bonus for Your Tenants
The pop-up isn't just for farm shop and cafe customers β it benefits your tenants too.
Your hairdresser can promote the health clinic dates to all their clients. Customers book a hair appointment and get a free skin scan and body composition check while they're there.
Every tenant business benefits from increased footfall on pop-up days.
The Β£25 discount code works for their customers too β giving your tenants something genuinely valuable to offer their clients.
More footfall for Denstone Hall. More customers for your tenants. More people buying artisan produce while they're here. Everybody wins.
How It Works
Pick a Date
We agree a date (ideally a Saturday). You promote to customers via email list, social media, and in-store signage β 1β2 weeks in advance. Your tenants promote to their clients too.
We Set Up
DoctoriumGP arrives with all equipment. Setup takes 30 minutes. We need a table and small area near the cafe.
Scans All Day
Your customers get free health scans throughout the day. We handle everything β you carry on as normal.
Sales & Commission
Customers who want products or treatments book directly with DoctoriumGP. You earn 10% commission on all product sales.
Rinse & Repeat
If it works (and it will), we make it a regular fixture β monthly or fortnightly.
The Numbers
Ready for a Trial?
Rupert β happy to pop in for a coffee to talk this through. Or we can just pick a Saturday and go for it.
No commitment, no cost, no risk. Let's start with one day and see what happens.
Key Action Items
This week (Claude Code overnight) β’ Free
This week β’ Internal (Claude Code)
This week β’ Free
Week 1 β’ Time only
Week 1 β’ Β£50β100 transport
Week 1 β’ Β£25β50
Ongoing with outreach emails β’ Free
Week 2 β’ TBC
DoctoriumGP Device Hire, Clinic-in-Clinic & Visiting Clinician β v4.0 β 22 February 2026
Confidential β Not for distribution