Debunking DPC Myths and Fostering Community in Independent Practice with Dr. Teresa Lovins

Today host Dr. Maryal Concepcion, MD FAAFP interviews Dr. Teresa Lovins, MD FAAFP and a nationally recognized family physician and owner of Lovin My Health Direct Primary Care (DPC) in Columbus, Indiana. Dr. Lovins shares her journey from traditional fee-for-service medicine to the DPC model, highlighting how DPC restores physician joy, prevents burnout, and strengthens doctor-patient relationships. She dispels common DPC myths, discusses the model’s affordability and accessibility, and explains how DPC empowers doctors to provide comprehensive, personalized care—including to patients without insurance. Dr. Lovins also offers insights on running a micro DPC practice, fostering community among independent physicians, and recent legislative wins that allow HSA funds for DPC memberships. With her candid perspective, Dr. Lovins demonstrates why DPC is a viable, rewarding option for family medicine physicians and patients alike. Tune in for first-hand advice, community-building tips, and a hopeful outlook on the future of primary care. THE ONLY AAFP PRESIDENT-ELECT CANDIDATE THIS YEAR who actively sees patients and has seen both insurance and non-insurance driven models IS DR. TERESA LOVINS. CONTACT YOUR AAFP DELEGATE, TELL THEM WHY YOU NEED THEM TO VOTE FOR DR. LOVINS AND HELP ENSURE THE FUTURE OF FAMILY MEDICINE HAS DR. LOVINS AT THE HELM ADVOCATING FOR THE FUTURE OF FAMILY MEDICINE WHERE ALL MODELS OF FAMILY MEDICINE ARE CELEBRATED.RESOURCES MENTIONED:Dr. Lorna Breen FoundationA note from Maryal on Physician Suicide Awareness DayMeet the My DPC Story team at DPC Summit NOLA! Summit bundles are live: HERE the Physician Owner's PlannerThe "insurance is not healthcare" teeA digital tool bundle for your practice A website reviewA 50% off our $350 Patient Explainer VideoPlus a chance to win an hour with Dr. Concepcion.  Cooperative of American Physicians or CAP. Learn more about the medical malpractice company used by Dr. Maryal Concepcion since 2021 at capphysicians.com or by calling 800-356-5672.Guava Health. A premium patient experience, pulling data from EHRs and wearables, helping  see the full picture and uncover root causes to deliver personalized care. ZION HealthShare. Get peace of mind for major medical events without going back into the insurance maze. Support the showGET your FREE MONTHLY BUSINESS TOOL DOWNLOADBecome A My DPC Story PATREON MEMBER! SPONSOR THE PODMy DPC Story VOICEMAIL! DPC SWAG!FACEBOOK * INSTAGRAM * LinkedIn * TWITTER * TIKTOK * YouTube