Why I Left Corporate Medicine for Direct Primary Care
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Published 2024-07-14
Join us as Dr. Rebekah Bernard shares her incredible journey from the constraints of corporate medicine to the liberating world of Direct Primary Care (DPC). In this episode of My DPC Story, hosted by family physician and DPC owner Dr. Maryal Concepcion, Dr. Bernard delves into her personal evolution and the transformative power of DPC in patient care.
Dr. Bernard's story begins in rural Florida, where her passion for underserved communities was ignited. She describes her transition from a traditional insurance-driven healthcare system to the innovative DPC model, where a low monthly membership fee ensures comprehensive healthcare and a more personal relationship between patient and doctor.
Discover how Dr. Bernard overcame the bureaucratic hurdles of corporate medicine to establish Gulf Coast Direct Primary Care in 2016. Learn about her dedication to providing high-quality, accessible care and the profound impact DPC has had on her patients, many of whom followed her from previous practices.
This episode is packed with insights on how DPC empowers physicians to reclaim their autonomy and deliver personalized care. Whether you're a medical student, resident, or seasoned physician, Dr. Bernard's journey will inspire and inform your own path in healthcare.
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
00:52 - Dr. Bernardās Background
03:39 - Why Amok
10:51 - Transitioning from Amok to Private Practice
18:05 - From the Dark Side to DPC
20:20 - How to get fired and start a DPC practice
22:55 - How long did it take to get to profitability
24:00 - The emotional rollercoaster of opening a DPC practice
27:28 - Finding a location and getting equipment
30:28 - Overhead and Starting a DPC
32:04 - How Dr. Bernard Grew Her Practice
36:08 - Demographics of Dr. Bernard's Patient Population
40:17 - In-house Psychologist
47:00 - Advocacy
51:14 - The importance of proper training
56:35 - Find your people
58:13 - DPC Alliance Board of Directors
59:54 - Why Dr. Bernard Joined the DPC Alliance
1:01:00 - DPC Alliance: Malpractice Benefits
1:01:58 - O
All Comments (3)
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Thank you for making people aware!
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Hi Dr. Maryal, do you think you could find a guest to interview who's a current resident and is planning on making the transition into DPC straight out of residency. I'm a medical student going into my last year and enjoy the podcast. I've heard the encouragement of going straight into DPC right out of residency, but don't really know what that would look like and could benefit from a guest who is in the process of doing this. Thank you for doing this podcast and all the advocacy you've done for work thus far! - Jasmine
