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PODCAST

My DPC Story

Maryal Concepcion, MD

As the Direct Primary Care and Direct Care models grow, many physicians are providing care to patients in different ways. This podcast is to introduce you to some of those folks and to hear their stories. Go ahead, get a little inspired. Heck, jump in and join the movement! Visit us online at mydpcstory.com and JOIN our PATREON where you can find our EXCLUSIVE PODCAST FEED of extended interview content including updates on former guests!

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44:55

Sports Psychiatry in Direct Care: Confidentiality,...

My DPC Story ·

2025/07/13

In this episode of the My DPC Story Podcast, Dr. Maryal Concepcion interviews Dr. Jimmy Moley, an adult and sports psychiatrist based in Independence, Ohio, who practices through a direct specialty care model. Dr. Moley shares why he opened his private practice right out of residency, highlighting the benefits of direct care—like enhanced accessibility, confidentiality for athletes, and truly patient-centered mental health treatment. He discusses how his flexible, cash-pay psychiatry model allows

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52:29

Bridging Medicine and Veterinary Care: Insights from...

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2025/07/06

In this episode of the My DPC Story podcast, host Maryal Conception interviews Dr. Eve Harrison, a concierge, cash-based, house call Veterinarian based in Los Angeles. Dr. Harrison shares her journey from traditional veterinary training, including her struggles with the corporatized veterinary system (you'll be amazed at the similarities in the human world), to establishing her own integrative and concierge veterinary practice. Throughout the discussion, they draw parallels between human

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81:08

Opening North Dakota’s First Direct Primary Care...

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2025/06/29

In this episode of the My DPC Story Podcast, host Dr. Maryal Concepcion interviews Dr. Kristine Martens, co-founder of Resurgent Health, the VERY FIRST Direct Primary Care (DPC) clinic in North Dakota. Dr. Martens shares her inspiring journey from traditional insurance-based practice to launching a trailblazing DPC clinic in Fargo with her business partner, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of being a DPC pioneer in her state. The conversation covers starting a business from scratch,

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63:38

Dr. Kelsey Smith Talks About Building A Sustainable...

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2025/06/22

In this episode of The My DPC Story podcast, Dr. Kelsey Smith of Pioneer Health DPC shares her transformative journey from a traditional insurance-based, fee-for-service practice to adopting the innovative Direct Primary Care (DPC) model. They discuss the challenges and rewards of this transition, including the importance of sustainability in patient care, navigating business ownership without a formal business background, and the role of community and employer relationships in growing a DPC

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56:01

Resilience and Beans and Rice: Launching Oxford’s...

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2025/06/15

Dr. Jason Hoke, founder of Hoke Direct Primary Care in Oxford, Ohio, shares his journey from insurance-based, network medicine to launching the town’s first and only Direct Primary Care (DPC) practice. Dr. Hoke details the burnout and inefficiencies he faced under traditional healthcare models, and how the DPC model restored his passion for medicine by prioritizing personalized patient-physician relationships and affordable care. Dr. Hoke discuss practical tips for transitioning to DPC, building a

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80:06

Inside the Fight for Equitable Healthcare and...

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2025/06/08

On this episode of My DPC Story Podcast, Dr. Michelle Cooke, founder of Sol Direct Primary Care in East Point, Georgia, shares her inspiring journey from burnout in fee-for-service medicine to building a thriving direct primary care (DPC) clinic dedicated to Black women’s health and wellness. Dr. Cooke discusses overcoming the challenges of the broken insurance-driven healthcare system, embracing entrepreneurship, and honing her practice’s mission to combat health disparities in her community. She

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70:40

DPC for Women: Dr. Marcy Meyer’s Mission to Transform...

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2025/06/01

Today's guest is Dr. Marcy Meyer of Destiny Direct Primary Care, a physician who transitioned from the US Army to opening a Direct Primary Care (DPC) practice focused on menopause care in University Place, Washington. Dr. Meyer shares her unique medical journey, insights into the challenges of traditional insurance-driven healthcare, and the freedom and impact of practicing DPC. The conversation covers her military background, lessons learned as a flight surgeon, the evolution of her clinic

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73:41

Back to Foundations: Lessons from Dr. Edward...

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2025/05/25

In this episode of the My DPC Story Podcast, Dr. Maryal Concepcion interviews Dr. Edward Williams of Foundation Direct Primary Care in Baldwin County, Alabama. Dr. Williams shares his journey from traditional fee-for-service medicine to launching his own DPC clinic, highlighting the frustrations and lack of autonomy that pushed him to embrace the Direct Primary Care model. He discusses his experience practicing rural medicine, the flexibility and improved work-life balance DPC provides, and the

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64:00

Taking the Leap: Dr. Joel Schumacher’s Path from...

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2025/05/18

In this episode of the My DPC Story Podcast, Dr. Joel Schumacher of Schumacher Family Medicine in Plymouth, Indiana, shares his journey from traditional hospital employment to launching his own successful Direct Primary Care (DPC) practice. Dr. Schumacher reflects on growing up and practicing in rural America, the pitfalls of fee-for-service healthcare, and how DPC restored his love for medicine by prioritizing meaningful doctor-patient relationships and autonomy. He candidly discusses overcoming

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59:46

Direct Primary Care in Rural Idaho with Dr. Jillian...

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2025/05/11

In this episode of My DPC Story, Dr. Jillian Klaucke shares about her journey to practicing Direct Primary Care (DPC). Dr. Klaucke shares her experiences transitioning from traditional insurance-driven healthcare to DPC, emphasizing the benefits of building lasting patient relationships. They discuss the community dynamics in Sandpoint, Idaho, where Dr. Klaucke practices, and her pathway through medical training, including her time in New Zealand and her passion for wilderness medicine. The episode

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30:29

Building an Enduring DPC Practice: Lessons from Dr....

My DPC Story ·

2025/05/09

In today's partner episode of the 'My DPC Story' podcast, host Maryal Concepcion discusses the rise and successes of the Direct Primary Care (DPC) model with guests Dr. Brad Brown (fellow DPC Doctor and My DPC Story Alum) and Brad Butler, Head of Sales at Hint Health. They delve into the significance of the DPC community, tech innovations from Hint Health, and the continuous growth of the DPC movement. Dr. Brad shares his experiences from starting Strive Direct Care during residency

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54:41

Going A Little Outlaw: How Dr. Katie Burden-Greer...

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2025/05/04

Today, Dr. Katie Burden-Greer, founder of Outlaw Medical, highlights her unique path from her rural Oklahoma roots through her comprehensive medical education and training, which included a residency at the prestigious Mayo Clinic. She discusses her choice to establish a Direct Primary Care (DPC) practice on the Muskogee or Creek Nation Reservation. Despite access to Indian Health Services, Outlaw Medical is building stronger physician-patient relationships and overcoming the access challenges posed

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39:39

Direct Surgical Care in Indiana: The WellBridge...

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2025/04/27

In this episode of the My DPC Story podcast, Dr. Eric Inman, a co-founder of WellBridge Surgical, shares about his journey from anesthesiologist to entrepreneur. Dr. Inman shares insights into the Direct Primary Care (DPC) model and how the business of DPC has been adopted to a surgery center. WellBridge Surgical offers an affordable, high-quality alternative to conventional, insurance-driven healthcare. The discussion explores the benefits of transparent pricing, higher reimbursement rates for

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48:47

Dr. A. Patrick Jonas: The Journey and Vision of...

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2025/04/20

Today we welcome Dr. A. Patrick Jonas, a pioneer of the Direct Primary Care (DPC) model, as he shares his inspiring journey. He discussed the essence of DPC - fostering meaningful relationships between doctors and patients by eliminating the constraints of traditional insurance-driven healthcare. Dr. Jonas reflects on his experiences over four decades in family medicine and his transition to DPC, emphasizing the model’s flexibility, patient-centered approach, and potential for offering personalized

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52:09

Empowering Holistic Healthcare: Dr. Lillian White's...

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2025/04/13

In this episode of the My DPC Story podcast, Dr. Lillian White of Empowered Health shares about her journey into Direct Primary Care (DPC). Dr. White shares insights into the DPC model as an innovative alternative to insurance-driven healthcare, emphasizing personalized, holistic patient care. She discusses her early inspiration from mentors, the challenges she faced in transitioning from residency to owning her practice, and how she overcame financial and logistical barriers. Dr. White also

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41:42

Direct Patient Relationships: Insurance-Free Pharmacy...

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2025/04/06

In this episode of My DPC Story, host Maryal Concepcion, MD sits down with Kyle McCormick, owner of Blueberry Pharmacy in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to explore his unique cost-plus pharmacy model. The conversation sheds light on McCormick's decision to operate without insurance, allowing him to provide better pricing and service to patients. With a focus on direct care, the discussion touches on the collaboration between McCormick and Direct Care Physicians of Pittsburgh, highlighting their

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57:08

How Value Based Care Pushed Dr. Stephanie Huhn...

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2025/03/30

Today's interview features Dr. Stephanie Huhn, founder of RoMo DPC as she shares her inspiring journey from traditional and "value based" primary care to Direct Primary Care (DPC) in rural Missouri. Dr. Huhn discusses her medical background, decision to pursue a DPC model, and how the transition has allowed her to offer personalized, patient-centered care without the constraints of traditional insurance. Throughout the conversation, she highlights the challenges and joys of working in

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56:59

Bridging Specialty and Primary Care Through DPC:...

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2025/03/23

In today's episode of the "My DPC Story" Podcast, Dr. Staci Benson and Dr. Elizabeth Ortiz share their unique journey as a two physicians in completely different specialties are combining forces under the Direct Primary Care (DPC) model. Dr. Benson, a family medicine physician and founder of Paradigm Family Health in Dallas, discusses the challenges she faced opening a solo micro practice in a market unfamiliar with DPC. Meanwhile, Dr. Ortiz, a rheumatologist, recounts her transition

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46:13

Making Healthcare Human: Dr. Kainth's Commitment to...

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2025/03/16

In this episode of the "My DPC Story" podcast, host Dr. Maryal Concepcion chats with Dr. Manvinder Kainth about her journey in Direct Primary Care (DPC). Dr. Kainth, a board-certified family medicine physician, discusses how her experiences with healthcare systems in Canada and the U.S. shaped her practice philosophy. She shares insights from her residency, which taught her the intricacies of the insurance-driven system, and how it propelled her towards DPC as a more personal and efficient

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66:43

Three Physicians, One Mission: The DPC Model Driving...

My DPC Story ·

2025/03/09

In this episode of My DPC Story, Dr. Rachel Trupe, Dr. Adam Henry, and Dr. Luke Pittman from Valiant Primary Care share their journey into the world of Direct Primary Care (DPC). These three physicians, all trained at Indiana University School of Medicine, transitioned from three separate conventional healthcare system residencies to open their DPC practice in Zionsville, Indiana, seeking more autonomy and a better work-life balance. The episode highlights their motivations, including burnout from

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