Ep 60 | Why Some Pediatricians Are Rethinking Care and What They’re Building Instead with Dr. Jacki Burnett

There are a lot of conversations happening right now about the healthcare system... what’s working, what’s not, and where families are feeling the tension the most. For many parents, that tension shows up in the one-on-one conversations with their pediatrician. They often feel rushed, don’t have space to ask questions, or forced to make a decision before fully understanding what’s being recommended. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Jacki Burnett, a board-certified pediatrician who made the decision to step away from the traditional model and build something different. We talk about her experience within the system, what led her to make that shift, and what she’s created in its place. We also talk through what direct primary care actually looks like, how it changes the relationship between provider and patient, and why time plays such a critical role in informed consent. Dr. Jacki shares what she’s seeing from parents right now, the questions that come up most often, and how she approaches those conversations in a way that supports families without pressure. (And yes, we talk about vaccines, poop, and all the little anxieties a parent frantically messages their pediatrician in the middle of the night.) If you’ve ever left an appointment feeling like you needed more time, more clarity, or just a different kind of conversation, this episode offers a perspective on what that can look like. Resources: https://www.dovepeds.com Dr. Jacki MD on YouTube Dr. Paul Thomas “Startup DPC: How To Start And Grow Your Direct Primary Care Practice“ Book Douglas Farrago “The Official Guide to Starting Your Own Direct Primary Care Practice” Book “Turtles All The Way Down: Vaccine Science and Myth” Book “Vaccines and the Diseases They Target: An Analysis of Vaccine Safety and Epidemiology” Physicians for Informed Consent Book Find a provider with our Pro-Informed Consent Provider Directory (use discount code “DRJACKI” for a 30 days free access) Take our free training course Follow on Instagram & X: @JustTheInserts @AlexandraGalaska