AMA SA Preparing for Private Practice: Where to Start

Thinking about launching your own private practice, or planning to work in one? Not sure where to begin?

Whether you're setting up your own clinic or planning to join an established private practice, this session is designed to help you understand the key financial, legal and operational considerations involved in working outside the public system.

Light refreshments and drinks provided!

Join Hood Sweeney’s expert Health Team Leaders for a practical and informative evening that will give you the confidence to take the next step in your private practice career.

The information session will cover:

• Business structuring and compliance

• Financial planning and funding

• Operational setup

• Contingency planning

The session is ideal for doctors who are exploring private practice pathways.

Hear from Hood Sweeney’s multidisciplinary team:

• Lachlan McEwin & Fernanda Schettini – Accounting (Hood Sweeney)

• Jackson Harvey & Cooper McRae – Financial Planning (Hood Sweeney Securities)

• Adrian Crossing - Technology (Orlo One)

Your Experts

Fernanda Schettini | Manager, Hood Sweeney

Fernanda Schettini is a Manager in the Health team at Hood Sweeney, where she provides accounting and business advisory services to a wide range of healthcare clients. She supports medical professionals with practical financial solutions, including tax compliance, business structuring, and strategic planning tailored to the unique needs of the health sector.

Fernanda is known for her detail-oriented approach and commitment to delivering clear, actionable advice that helps clients manage their financial responsibilities with confidence and clarity.

Lachlan McEwin | Manager, Hood Sweeney

Lachlan is a Manager in the Accounting & Business Advisory team and a key member of the Health sector group. As a Chartered Accountant with extensive experience, Lachlan is passionate about helping health professionals achieve their business and financial goals through tailored, strategic advice.

He has developed a deep understanding of the health sector, enabling him to provide solutions that are both practical and aligned with the unique needs of medical and allied health clients. Lachlan’s expertise spans taxation and business advisory, including fringe benefits tax, tax planning, asset protection, and structuring for growth and investment. Known for his clear communication and client-first approach, Lachlan builds strong, trusted relationships and delivers advice that supports long-term success.

Jackson Harvey | Senior Financial Planner, Hood Sweeney

With more than 10 years of experience in the industry, Jackson believes that by improving financial literacy, he can alleviate the stress associated with money and enable his clients to truly enjoy their lives.
With clients ranging from those in the first half of their financial journey, through to clients who are planning for, or already in retirement, Jackson takes the time to understand each client’s goals and objectives to ensure the outcomes meet their needs. In addition, he works closely with Hood Sweeney’s specialist Health team, serving medical and dental practitioners via education and advice.

Cooper McRae | Financial Planner | Life Insurance, Hood Sweeney

Cooper McRae is a Financial Planner with more than six years of experience in the industry.

Cooper is a strong believer that building financial literacy is the key to supporting people to make informed decisions about their finances. Having gained experience across the full breadth of financial planning, Cooper was drawn to personal risk insurance as his area of expertise and was keen to join the specialist personal insurance team within Hood Sweeney Securities. 

Adrian Crossing | Director & Cyber Security Specialist, Orlo One

Adrian has more than 20 years’ experience in technology services. Adrian is continuously adapting and evolving Orlo One’s business and skills to match the rapidly changing landscape where cybersecurity risks make it critical that clients are secured and defended against any breach. Adrian is also the go-to person for helping businesses with disaster recovery planning. 

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Thanks to our event partner

Hood Sweeney are professional services leader offering accounting, business advisory, financial planning*, technology, coaching and marketing services. With a specialised Health Team providing accounting and financial services, Hood Sweeney work with a large number of healthcare professionals and medical practices throughout South Australia. Their commitment to health is demonstrated through an appointment as AMA SA’s preferred partner for accounting and/or financial planning services.

Doctors, in particular, like that Hood Sweeney can provide for their financial and business needs in a highly integrated manner, as Hood Sweeney’s value proposition is built around cohesive advice, and working collaboratively to ensure goals at both a business and personal level are reached.

*Services provided by Hood Sweeney Securities ASFL No 220897 ABN 40 081 455 165