My DPC Story

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In this special Election Day episode of the My DPC Story Podcast, host Dr. Maryal Concepcion brings listeners impactful interviews from Direct Primary Care (DPC) physicians lobbying for healthcare reform on Capitol Hill. Highlighting the voices of Dr. Garrison Bliss, Dr. Sara Pastoor, Dr. Jeannine Rodems, Dr. Ricky Haug, Dr. James Gaor, Dr. Paul Yerkes, and Dr. Phil Eskew, the episode emphasizes t...

In this episode of "My DPC Story," host Dr. Maryal Concepcion interviews physicians Dr. Ryan Brang and Dr. Katie Brang, owners of North Country Health, a Direct Primary Care (DPC) practice. They discuss their transition from academic medicine to DPC, driven by a desire for improved patient care and a better work-life balance. Emphasizing community involvement, the Brangs share strategies...

In this episode of the "My DPC Story Podcast," Dr. Daniel Dvoskin from Jolly Giant Pediatrics in Taylor, Texas, shares his inspiring journey and future plans. He discusses the potential expansion of his practice by partnering with like-minded clinicians and practitioners and envisions creating a medical hub offering multiple health services under one roof. Dr. Dvoskin emphasizes communit...

Today's episode features Angela Mondor, also known as the Geeky Girl, who discusses effective business planning and self-care for entrepreneurs, especially those in the Direct Primary Care (DPC) model. Angela discusses the idea of creating an "avatar" of the ideal patient and discusses how to identify fulfilling, sustainable business goals and how to achieve them as an entrepreneur....

In this episode of My DPC Story, Dr. Dolapo Babalola shares her story as a triple-board-certified family, obesity, and lifestyle medicine physician. Transitioning from the high-pressure world of traditional medicine into Direct Primary Care (DPC), Dr. Babalola shares insights into the profound benefits of DPC, focusing on a holistic, lifestyle-centered approach. She emphasizes the value of spendin...

In today's special episode of "My DPC Story," host Dr. Maryal Concepcion sits down with fellow DPC doctors, Dr. Anne Gonzalez and Dr. Rachel Kelly, from Emerald Health and Aesthetics DPC in Hickory, NC, to discuss the aftermath of Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina. The episode dives into the severe flooding, mudslides, and infrastructure challenges facing the region. Highli...

In this episode of "My DPC Story," host Dr. Maryal Concepcion speaks with Dr. Amber Beckenhauer about the intricate dynamics of managing staff in a Direct Primary Care (DPC) setting. Dr. Beckenhauer delves into her years of working with staff in her DPC and she shares about the challenges posed by a long-term employee's departure and the subsequent training of new staff to manage cr...

In this episode of "My DPC Story Podcast," host Dr. Maryal Concepcion sits down with Dr. Sonia Singh, founder of Juniper Modern Primary Care. Dr. Singh shares her journey from traditional fee-for-service medicine to establishing a successful Direct Primary Care (DPC) practice in Houston, Texas, focused on busy women aged 20-50. She delves into her initial lack of a clear vision, the impo...

Today's episode features Dr. Phil Boucher of Frontier Pediatric Care in Lincoln, NE. Dr. Boucher, a tech-savvy Direct Primary Care (DPC) Pediatrician, shares his journey from traditional healthcare to establishing Nebraska’s first pediatric DPC practice. Transitioning swiftly from his old practice to opening Frontier Pediatric Care, Dr. Boucher emphasizes the importance of personalized patien...

In this special Reunion episode of My DPC Story, host Dr. Maryal Concepcion, along with guests Pediatric Specialist Dr. Lauren Hughes, Internal Medicine Specialist Dr. Deepti Mundkur, and Family Medicine Specialist Dr. Jake Mutch, dive into the intricacies of Direct Primary Care (DPC) as they celebrate their individual practices' 4th Year Anniversary. They discuss experiences and challenges l...

In this episode of "My DPC Story Podcast," host Dr. Maryal Concepcion interviews Dr. Drew Hertz, co-founder of Zest Pediatrics, a Direct Primary Care (DPC) network for pediatricians. Dr. Hertz shares insights on finding doctors for the Zest network using his familiarity with the pediatric community in Northeast Ohio. He addresses common concerns among doctors transitioning to DPC, such a...

In episode 178 of the  My DPC Story Podcast , host Dr. Maryal Concepcion interviews Dr. Cory Annis and Dr. Amy Nayo, the dynamic duo behind the transformative Unorthodoc practice. Dr. Annis shares her journey from owning a conventional practice and building to pioneering Direct Primary Care (DPC) due to frictions with the insurance industry, including a $20,000 clawback. Dr. Nayo reveals her depar...

In this episode of My DPC Story Podcast , Dr. Maryal Concepcion interviews Dr. Gabrielle Williams, a Haitian American board-certified family medicine physician, about her transition to Direct Primary Care (DPC). They delve into the mental, physical, and emotional toll the traditional insurance-driven healthcare system takes on physicians and how Dr. Williams internalized this blame. Dr. Williams c...

In this episode of the "My DPC Story Podcast," host Dr. Maryal Concepcion interviews Dave Chase, co-founder of Health Rosetta, about community-driven health initiatives and the Direct Primary Care (DPC) model.  They discuss healthcare reform, celebrating DPC's transformative impact, and the role of the Rosetta Fest in fostering a new healthcare economy. Dave emphasizes the importanc...

In episode 176 of the *My DPC Story Podcast*, host Dr. Maryal Concepcion interviews Dr. Beth Galla about her journey to adopting the Direct Primary Care (DPC) model in her pediatric practice. Dr. Galla discusses the shortage of pediatricians, the financial struggles they face, and the lack of work-life balance in traditional healthcare. She praises DPC for offering financial stability, a supportiv...

In Episode 175 host Dr. Maryal Concepcion interviews esteemed guests Neer Patel and Angel Saucedo to delve into the transformative world of Direct Primary Care (DPC). The discussion highlights how DPC practices flourish through word-of-mouth and the significant benefits they offer to employers and employees. Neer Patel shares insights on growing DirectMed DPC to four locations with seven physician...

In Episode 175 of the My DPC Story Podcast, Dr. Jonathan Bushman joins host Dr. Maryal Concepcion to discuss the transformative impact of Direct Primary Care (DPC) for both patients and healthcare clinicians. Dr. Bushman shares his journey from professional stagnation in the fee-for-service model to finding fulfillment in DPC, highlighting how it benefits not only patient care but also physician w...

In episode 174 of the My DPC Story Podcast, we dive deep into Dr. Kelsey Walker's transformative journey into the Direct Primary Care (DPC) model. Dr. Walker discovered DPC during medical school and residency, drawn by the ability to spend more time with patients and provide comprehensive care. She discusses and emphasizes the value of rigid flexibility, and how it was immensely helpful to he...

In episode 173 of the "My DPC Story Podcast," Dr. Maryal Concepcion dives into the transformative world of Direct Primary Care (DPC) at the open house at Health Springs Direct, Dr. Christa Springston's DPC. Focusing on key stories and experiences, the episode features insights from her patient Robert who shares how Dr. Springston's swift diagnosis and continuous support saved h...

In episode 172 of the "My DPC Story Podcast," Dr. Rebekah Bernard shares her compelling journey from working in traditional healthcare systems to founding Gulf Coast Direct Primary Care in Fort Myers, Florida. Facing corporate and hospital management frustrations, lack of autonomy, and financial issues, she transitioned to DPC, a low-cost membership model fostering lasting doctor-patient...

In Episode 172 of the My DPC Story podcast, guest Melina Palmer, a behavioral economics expert discusses effective business models and strategic messaging for direct primary care practices. Melina delves into transactional, membership, and subscription approaches, emphasizing the importance of language and framing in attracting the ideal audience. They discuss balancing quality versus value, using...

In episode 171 of the "My DPC Story Podcast," host Dr. Maryal Concepcion interviews Dr. Jeffrey Shukhman. Dr. Shukhman shares his insights on transitioning from the corporate medical system to Direct Primary Care (DPC). Emphasizing patient care over administrative burdens, he explains how DPC allows for more personalized, creative, and enjoyable medical practice. Dr. Shukhman discusses h...

In this episode of the "My DPC Story Podcast," Dr. Maryal Concepcion hosts a compelling discussion with three influential figures in the Direct Primary Care (DPC) space: Dr. Garrison Bliss, Dr. Phil Eskew, and Jay Keese. Dr. Bliss shares his journey from traditional healthcare to co-founding Qliance and advocating for DPC. Dr. Eskew, a family physician, MBA and attorney, discusses legal...

In Episode 169 of the My DPC Story podcast, we hear Dr. Ben Aiken's continued story as he discusses the challenges and strategies involved in expanding his Direct Primary Care (DPC) practice, Lantern Health, in North Carolina.  Dr. Aiken explores the importance of fostering team independence, maintaining high standards of patient care, and the potential for opening new locations. He shares in...