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The Benefits of Concierge Doctors in Direct Primary Care

Posted by William Kirkpatrick on Dec 16, 2016

conciergedoctor.jpgWhen we’re young, it’s up to our parents to take care of us. If there’s a tummy ache or a sniffle, we turn to them for the answers. But then we grow up and it’s not always so clear who has the answers. Along the way, we turn to doctors to answer the more difficult and complicated questions. In the age of the internet, websites and forums can seem like doctors on demand. The problem with turning to the web for information is that it’s just not a replacement for a doctor.

Doctors take care of us because it’s their job to take care of us. The modern doctor is often caught in a position of having to see as many patients as possible in order to make money. Being pulled in too many directions often makes seeing a doctor feel like a rushed process that’s a hassle to navigate. When you have an emergency or need to make an appointment, your doctor might not be available.

Having doctors on demand or doctors who make house calls seems like a thing of the past, but that’s not the case. Concierge healthcare services are doctors on demand. If there’s a reason you need a house call, that should be available to you. When you enroll in concierge medical services, you have one doctor that serves as your primary doctor. Your doctor is typically part of a team of doctors who can play off each other’s strengths when it’s needed.

 

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When you have doctors on demand, you have someone to turn to without always needing an appointment for a question or a prescription refill. Concierge healthcare means catering to your needs and addressing your concerns to guide you to a better life. From preventative healthcare to management of a chronic illness, having doctors on demand are a resource for you. Concierge healthcare makes sense for everyone, regardless of age or lifestyle. If you’re busy, you make an appointment when you can. If you have children or need frequent medical consultation, you don’t have to worry about copays every time you see your doctor.

Consider concierge healthcare to be the answer to overcrowded doctors offices and the uncertainty of a steady relationship with a physician. The advantages cannot be beaten; it’s quality care. Find out more about how concierge healthcare works and start feeling like someone has your back.

Are you ready to learn more about concierge medicine and see if it is right for you? Read about our individual and corporate programs.


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Topics: Concierge Medicine, Direct Primary Care