Direct Primary Care and Women's Health & Hormones with Dr. Stefie Deeds

In this episode of MedSpa Mayhem, Dr. Kate Dee discusses the advantages of direct primary care with guest Dr. Steffie Deeds, an internal medicine physician and founder of her own direct care practice. The conversation covers the broken traditional insurance-based healthcare system, the benefits of direct primary care for both physicians and patients, and the practical implementation of this model. Dr. Deeds explains the difference between having insurance and receiving actual care. The episode also delves into women's health issues, particularly around hormones and menopause, debunking myths and emphasizing the importance of proper treatment. The show highlights how physicians like Dr. Deeds are transforming patient care by focusing on long-term relationships and personalized medicine.   Reach out to Dr. Dee Email Dr. Kate Dee at [email protected] Check out the Medspa Mayhem website for More about Dr. Dee Upcoming appearances Links to buy the book on Bookshop, B&N, Amazon Press and Podcast info Glow Medispa in Seattle, WA Purchase Medspa Mayhem on Amazon Find out about the Medspa Board   Reach out to Dr. Stefie Deeds Website: www.deedshealth.com Menopause Checklist:   drdeeds.kit.com/menopause-checklist Instagram:   www.instagram.com/stefiedeedsmd   Takeaways Direct Primary Care is an alternative model to traditional medicine that allows more time for patient visits and a more comprehensive approach to care Hormones and menopause are increasingly recognized in women's health. Many doctors lack training in menopause management. The Women's Health Initiative study has been misinterpreted for years. Hormone therapy can protect heart and bone health. Bioidentical hormones are not inherently better than FDA-approved options. Early conversations about menopause can lead to better health outcomes. Community engagement is vital for women's health education.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to MedSpa Mayhem 01:11 Meet Dr. Stefie Deeds 02:26 Understanding Direct Care 03:28 Challenges in Traditional Healthcare 06:17 The Benefits of Direct Care 17:56 Hormones and Menopause 22:52 The Shift Towards Treatment 23:07 Challenges in Accessing Care 23:28Find or Get Your Medspa Certified: https://medspaboard.com/ Grab Your Copy of Medspa Mayhem the Book Today: HERELearn about The MedSpa Board — the national registry that verifies legally compliant, doctor-led med spas.Find a certified provider near you → MedspaBoard.comWant the anti-aging essentials I actually use: Download my FREE  Gift GuideFollower Instagram: instagram.com/drkatedeePlease leave us a review on Apple Podcast: HERE Catch full podcast episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKateDeeGLOW Medspa - Seattle, WA: https://glowspaseattle.com/Disclaimer:  This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before any aesthetic procedure.Med Spa Confidential with Dr. Kate Dee exposes illegal practices, compliance failures, and patient safety risks inside the medical aesthetics industry. Consumers learn how to find licensed injectors, avoid counterfeit products, and make safer treatment decisions. Med spa owners and providers get real accountability, industry standards, and a pa...