Dr. Ben Barton is a medical consultant, entrepreneur, and author specializing in healthcare business strategy and cash-based medical practice development. As the founder of Regen Medical Consulting, he works with healthcare providers to design scalable, patient-centered practices that operate outside traditional insurance-based models. Barton was raised in Asheville, North Carolina, where he developed a strong foundation in discipline and performance. He earned recognition as a North Carolina Scholar and achieved all-conference honors in multiple sports, experiences that shaped his work ethic and competitive mindset. He pursued his education at Appalachian State University and Clemson University before continuing his professional training at Palmer College of Chiropractic. His academic journey combined healthcare knowledge with a focus on performance, structure, and long-term outcomes. Through Regen Medical Consulting, Barton has spent the past several years advising healthcare professionals on practice development, operational systems, and revenue strategies. His work focuses on helping providers transition toward cash-based models that offer greater independence, flexibility, and alignment with patient care priorities. In addition to his consulting work, Barton is the author of a book centered on building and managing successful cash-based medical practices. His writing reflects a practical, experience-driven approach to healthcare entrepreneurship, offering guidance to providers navigating industry changes. Outside of his professional work, Barton is an avid outdoorsman and endurance athlete. He has climbed major peaks including Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa and Mount Elbrus in Russia, and continues to pursue high-altitude mountaineering challenges, including upcoming expeditions such as Aconcagua in South America. These pursuits reflect his mindset of discipline, resilience, and continuous challenge. He is also committed to community service, having volunteered with Big Brothers Big Sisters for five years and Make-A-Wish for seven years, supporting youth and families through mentorship and outreach. Across his career, Barton combines healthcare expertise with business strategy, helping providers build practices that are both financially sustainable and focused on delivering meaningful patient outcomes.