Dhruv Patel shares his journey from growing up in India to acquiring his first business, a med spa. He discusses his entrepreneurial background, military service, and transition to business school. He explores the process of self-funded search, financing, and the healthcare industry landscape. Dhruv Patel shares his experience in acquiring a medical spa business, discussing his approach to deal sourcing, valuation, and the challenges of transitioning into the owner-operator role. He emphasizes the importance of building relationships with industry-specific firms and investors, as well as the significance of understanding patient demographics in the healthcare space. Dhruv also highlights the sales and marketing focus of the medical spa industry and his vision for building a portfolio of medical spa practices.