Best David Balat Podcasts (2024)

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#63 Dr. Erine Kupetsky, D.O., On Why Direct Pay is the Way of the Future 45:33

9M ago45:33

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BRI hosted board-certified dermatologist Dr. Erine Kupetsky, D.O. joins medical students Jeffrey Bettag (MS3) and Thomas Szewczk (MS2) to speak on her unique experiences as the owner of her own dermatology practice. Kupetsky, who opened her own practice in Lawrenceville, New Jersey in 2018, accepted insurance until less than a year ago. Her unique …

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Dr. Manu M. Matthew, MD, Shares His Unique Matching Journey & Advocacy Work 42:18

9M ago42:18

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Dr. Manu M. Mathew, M.D., a graduate of American University of Antigua Medical School joins medical student Jeffery Bettag (MS2) to discuss the intricacies of the match process for medical graduates. Matthew, a 2012 medical school graduate, has attempted to match consistently for over six years without luck and currently is a national advocate for …

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#61 Dr. Julio Gonzalez, M.D., J.D. Discusses the AMA & Starting the U.S. Medical Association 1:07:45

1+ y ago1:07:45

1:07:45

United States Medical Association founder and physician-attorney, Dr. Julio Gonzalez, M.D., J.D. joins medical student, Rufus Sweeney (MS4), to discuss how the American Medical Association has failed to represent physicians across the country, how the US Medical Association was started, and what it’s doing to advocate for doctors.…

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#60: David Balat shares his insights as a hospital executive and healthcare policy leader. 38:48

1+ y ago38:48

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Former hospital executive and current healthcare think tank leader, David Balat, joins Rufus Sweeney to discuss his experiences in medical administration, how doctors are being suppressed and patients are losing money, and how Free2Care was started.By Rufus Sweeney, MS4

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#59 Dr. Robert Graboyes Discusses the Dangers of Statistics and Ideology in Medicine 1:16:03

1+ y ago1:16:03

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International healthcare economist, Dr. Robert Graboyes, joins Rufus Sweeney to discuss how statistics can become utilized to manipulate medicine and misguide physicians, delving into the history of malpractice and its relationship to ideology and data mismanagement.By Rufus Sweeney, MS4

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#58 Dr. Brian Dixon talks about psychiatry and learning the business of medicine. 49:17

1+ y ago49:17

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BRI student host, Rufus Sweeney, and private practice psychiatrist, Dr. Brian Dixon, discuss the journey that many doctors take to shape how they treat patients in their specialization, delving into the process that physicians can take to learn business concepts and create autonomy for themselves in the healthcare system.…

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#57 Dr. Keith Smith discusses the benefits of free enterprise for the doctor-patient relationship. 59:21

1+ y ago59:21

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BRI student host, Rufus Sweeney, and Dr. G. Keith Smith, cofounder of the Oklahoma Surgery Center, discuss the benefits of free enterprise in the practice of medicine and how practice models such as Direct Primary and Direct Speciality Care are the answer to reforming our broken healthcare system.By Rufus Sweeney, MS4

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#56 Dr. Gilbert Berdine shares how Austrian economics could save medicine. 49:41

2y ago49:41

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Dr. Gilbert Berdine, Associate Professor of Internal & Pulmonary Medicine at Texas Tech Health Science Center and Faculty Affiliate with the Free Market Institute. This episode traces his interesting and informative journey from studying engineering at MIT to practicing pulmonology and Austrian economics at Texas Tech.…

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#55 Dr. Christy Ford Chapin discusses the history of health insurance in America. 1:15:49

2y ago1:15:49

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Dr. Christy Ford Chapin is Associate Professor of twentieth-century U.S. political, business, and economic history as well as capitalism studies at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County. Chapin has published articles in the Journal of Policy History, Studies in American Political Development, and the Business History Review. Her book, Ensurin…

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#54 Gayle Brekke is an actuary and doctoral student at University of Kansas doing research on DPC. 37:29

4y ago37:29

37:29

Gayle Brekke explores the proper role of insurance companies and how DPC can challenge the status-quo of US healthcare. Society of Actuaries DPC study: https://www.soa.org/resources/research-reports/2020/direct-primary-care-eval-model/

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#53 Leah Houston, MD is a founding partner of HPEC 48:05

4+ y ago48:05

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Leah Houston, MD says a hospital stole her identity. To prevent this from happening to other physicians Dr Houston wants utilize block chain technology to create a self-soverign digitial identity for doctors. HPEC website: www.hpec.io Twitter: @LeahHoustonMD & @HPECid

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#52 Zak Holdsworth is the CEO of the DPC solutions company Hint Health 27:59

5y ago27:59

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Zak grew up on a farm in New Zealand and from a young age dreamed of going to Silicon Valley. He made his dream come true and is the CEO of Hint in San Francisco. Hint (which stands for Health Intelligence) works with doctors that want to remove 3rd party payers from their practice. https://www.hint.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/zakholdsworth…

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#51 James Price talks of his experience fighting to end Step 2 Clinical Skills and testifying before Wisconsin State Assembly about DPC. 31:15

5y ago31:15

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James Price is a 4th year medical student who fought to end Step 2 Clinical Skills. In its current state James believes Step 2 CS' cost outweighs the benefit. James also tells us about his experience testifying about DPC before the Wisconsin State Assembly.

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#50 Naomi Lopez Bauman is the Director of Healthcare Policy at the Goldwater Institute 33:47

5y ago33:47

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Naomi Lopez Bauman is the Director of Healthcare Policy at the Goldwater Institute. Naomi joins NexGenMed to share why she believes DPC could become a vital part of US healthcare and her thoughts on prescription drug costs and possible solutions. goldwaterinstitute.org @LopezBauman

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#49 Rafael Fonseca, MD shares his thoughts on the fiduciary responsibility of the physician to the patient 33:43

5y ago33:43

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Rafael Fonseca, MD is a consultant in the Division of Hematology and Oncology at the Mayo clinic in Arizona and a visiting healthcare fellow at Goldwater Institute. Dr. Fonseca discusses the fiduciary responsibility of the physician to the patient.

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#48 Tony Dale, MD joins NexGenMed to talk about Sedera Health - an alternative to traditional insurance. 35:14

5y ago35:14

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Tony Dale is a former physician from Great Britain. He became interested in US health care when he had surgery in the US in the 1990s. Dr. Dale knew there had to be a better way so he created Sedera Health in 2014.

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#47 Caren Gallaher, MD discusses her concern for expanding the scope of practice for NPs and PAs. 37:05

5+ y ago37:05

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Caren Gallaher, MD shares her thoughts on the expanding scope of practice for NPs and PAs. Dr Gallaher believes integrated medical teams led by physicians is best for America. https://www.physiciansforpatientprotection.org/

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#46 John Inazu, JD, PhD, talks about his book 'Confident Pluralism: Surviving and Thriving Through Deep Difference' 27:13

5+ y ago27:13

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John Inazu is the Sally D. Danforth Distinguished Professor of Law and Religion at Washington University in St. Louis. He writes and speaks frequently to general audiences on topics of pluralism, assembly, free speech, religious freedom, and other issues. Dr. Inazu joins NexGenMed to share his ideas on thriving in society with deep differences. htt…

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#45 Allison Edwards, MD left academic medicine to open her own DPC clinic. 42:46

5+ y ago42:46

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Allison Edwards, MD shares her journey from academic medicine to running her own DPC practice. She discusses the challenges and opportunities in running her own practice, doing locum tenens work in the ER, how she learned to run a business, her consulting work with tech start ups, and more! Links: https://www.kansascitydirectprimarycare.com/ https:…

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VAR Rules, PSG Drools and the End of an Era 59:04

5+ y ago59:04

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Is this shaping up to be the most unpredictable UCL in a long time? After the shock defeats of PSG and Real Madrid I think yes. Do Liverpool and Dortmund have what it takes to go the distance with City and Bayern? I discuss all this and more as we go into the second round of the UCL round of 16 second legs. Enjoy!…

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#44 Christion Rice, MD owns multiple free standing, direct pay emergency centers. 37:23

5+ y ago37:23

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Dr. Christion Rice is an advocate for physician executives and of physician-owned healthcare models. He believes that the US health care system can be best improved when compassionate American physicians provide physician-led and free-market solutions. Website for direct pay Oklahoma ER: https://okerhospital.com/ Contact: crice@okerhospital.com…

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Derby Delight! 59:59

5+ y ago59:59

59:59

The North London derby, Merseyside derby, Rome derby, West London Derby. What do they all have in common? They’re all being played over the weekend! As if the derbies extravaganza isn’t enough, the football gods are spoiling us even more with yet another Classico and top of the table clashes in Italy and Germany. I preview all these matches but not…

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Reality Checks, VAR Drama, Null Draws: This is the Champions League Special 1:00:30

5+ y ago1:00:30

1:00:30

Hey football fans! The Champions League round of 16 first legs have been played and we now have a week to breathe and soak up all the drama before the second legs next week. Therefore, it’s only fitting that I review all of the ucl action from the past few weeks. From the reality check at Old Trafford, to the drab draws involving Lyon, Barca, Bayer…

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#43 Michael Daugherty discusses his book, "The Devil Inside the Beltway", and his years long battle with the FTC. 37:29

5+ y ago37:29

37:29

Michael J. Daughtery shares with NexGenMed his incredible battle with the FTC and cybersecurity black-mailers. After years of court battle Michael finally won. The Devil Inside the BeltwayThe Shocking Exposé of the US Government’s Surveillance and Overreach into Cybersecurity, Medicine and Small Business. https://michaeljdaugherty.com/the-devil-ins…

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Lightning Never Strikes Twice, Unless You’re Liverpool😉 1:03:11

5+ y ago1:03:11

1:03:11

Hey Football fans! After two consecutive draws, what’s going on with Liverpool? Are Manchester City going to snatch the league from their grasp again like in 2014? Also, did Real Madrid miss a huge opportunity in failing to beat a Messiless Barça? I answer all these and more in today’s episode. I also preview the league action for the weekend as we…

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When Giants Fall😱 55:44

5+ y ago55:44

55:44

What’s up football fans!? What a whirlwind of football activity it was over the past week. From the January transfer window being shut (not before some intriguing last ditch transfers were completed) to the weekend matches including the FA Cup fourth round, and the midweek action involving most of the top five leagues, I get you up to speed with al…

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Emery Mauls Sarri Ball😎 1:02:39

5+ y ago1:02:39

1:02:39

Hello football fans! Now that Chelsea have signed Higuain, have their attacking problems been solved? How will Spurs cope with a thin squad leading up to games against Chelsea in the EFL Cup and Dortmund in the Champions League? I give my take on these and a whole lot more as I discuss the results from the top league and cup competitions. As the tr…

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United on Cloud 9 56:32

5+ y ago56:32

56:32

What’s up football fans! Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is looking like the real deal after an impressive victory away at Spurs. Should he keep the job permanently? I discuss all this and the other results from over the weekend in England, Spain and Italy. I also preview the weekend fixtures including the returns of Serie A and the Bundesliga. Enjoy!…

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#42 Brian Hill, MD is the co-founder of HIP Nation. 33:58

5+ y ago33:58

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Instead of telling other people how to fix healthcare Dr. Brian Hill decided to go out and do it. HIP Nation was founded in order to avoid dealing with third party payers. https://hipnation.com/ Stop the Noise: A Physician's Quest to Silence the Politics of Health Care Reform

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The Fading Magic of the FA Cup 57:36

5+ y ago57:36

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Hello football fans! This week saw the return of the FA Cup. I discuss the matches plus the general non-appreciation the competition has been getting over the past years. I also discuss the results from la liga and preview the Coppa Italia, Epl and la liga fixtures. Lastly, I discuss some confirmed winter transfers and rumours. Enjoy!…

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2OLEgend 57:37

5+ y ago57:37

57:37

Happy New Year guys?? hope you’ve all recovered from the hangovers of the festivities? I’m back again to talk about the action over the weekend and New Year’s Day. Also the winter transfer window is now officially open and I’ve got a few interesting rumours and confirmed transfers to discuss. So sit back, relax and enjoy the show!…

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#41 Megan Freedman is the Executive Director of the Free Market Medical Association 37:42

5+ y ago37:42

37:42

Most new 'solutions' to fix the healthcare system put more and more layers between the patient and the doctor. www.fmma.org

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It’s Official, We Have a Title Race 43:48

5+ y ago43:48

43:48

What’s up guys! So much football action over the past week. The premier league title race is heating up as we officially now have not one nor two but three title contenders... at least spurs fans would like to think so? I review and preview the action from the past week and upcoming weekend respectively! Enjoy…

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Happy Man Utd Independence Day🎊🎉 57:57

5+ y ago57:57

57:57

Wow what a week it’s been! So much to talk about from the UCL draw to United’s pitiful performance against Liverpool which spelt the end for the special one (now the sacked one?) . I start off with the fallout from Mou’s sacking, discuss the most notable results from domestic football, preview the weekend’s action and of course discuss the mouth wa…

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Pretenders Walk, Contenders Advance 56:43

5+ y ago56:43

56:43

What’s up football fans? Another week means another round of exciting football action around Europe! I discuss the winners and losers from the last round of the ucl group stage, the cops libertadores (finally played!) and as usual preview the upcoming domestic fixtures for the weekend. And oh yeah some off pitch stories, enjoy!…

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#40 Daren Blonski, CFP, gives financial advice for medical students. 34:21

5+ y ago34:21

34:21

Almost all medical students have to take out loans to fund their education. Tuition is on the rise and the debt load is an increasing concern for students. Daren Blonski, CFP gives advice on choosing a financial advisor, managing the debt, and more.

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Invincibles 2.0 1:16:38

5+ y ago1:16:38

1:16:38

What’s up football fans! What a week stacked full of football it was! I dissect both of Arsenal’s exhilarating results against arch rivals Tottenham and United as well the other fixtures played in the weekend and midweek. I also discuss all the other top leagues, preview this weekend’s action as well as the final group stage fixtures of the Champio…

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Who’s Thru Who’s Out Who’s Teetering 42:42

5+ y ago42:42

42:42

Hey football fans! The Champions League is taking shape as the group stage comes near conclusion. I recap the results and discuss the group standings’ qualification permutations. I also discuss this weekend’s and midweek’s league fixtures! Enjoy?

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Back With a Bang As Always! 1:05:07

5+ y ago1:05:07

1:05:07

Hey football faithfuls it’s been a while! Glad to be back again to discuss what was an exciting international break! I delve into the Uefa Nations League, preview the domestic club football for the weekend and lastly the champions league this midweek! Enjoy!

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#39, Aamir Hussain, 4th year medical student, discusses his experience getting a Master's of Arts in Public Policy while in med school. 27:06

5+ y ago27:06

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Medical students and physicians need to be educated in public policy so we can add our voice to the debate. Physicians must advocate for healthcare reform the benefits both providers and patient. Aamir shares what he learned from his MPP and his research into single-payer.

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Mourinho Laughs Last😲👋🏻 1:02:53

6y ago1:02:53

1:02:53

What’s cracking guys! The first round of the second half of the champions league group stages did not disappoint as usual! I review the hottest action and as usual preview what promises to be really exciting weekend of football! I also go into little detail of the Football Leaks which have rocked the football world over the past week. Enjoy!…

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#38, Maggie Wang, 3rd year med student, talks about her experience with Canadian and US health care. 35:44

6y ago35:44

35:44

Maggie is from Canada and attends medical school in the US. She shares her ideas on Canadian style healthcare in America.

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Adios Lopetegui 47:16

6y ago47:16

47:16

The world of football is shocked at the loss of the Leicester City owner and chairman Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha who died alongside 4 other passengers in a helicopter crash. My condolences to his family and loved ones as well as those of the other passengers. This episode I discuss last weekend’s results as well as the midweek results. Julien Lopeteg…

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Where’s the Clasico Excitement🙃 36:39

6y ago36:39

36:39

It’s the first Clasico of the season this weekend but where’s the buzz? Could it be because there will be no Ronaldo and Messi? Well I make a case for why football fans should still be super excited for the match. I also preview all the other upcoming action from Europe’s top leagues. But first, let’s have a Champions League Recap!…

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#37 Jeffrey Singer, MD, is a senior fellow at Cato Institute and talks about his research on the opioid problem. 47:33

6y ago47:33

47:33

Jeffrey Singer, MD is a general surgeon, private practice owner, and a senior fellow at the Cato Institute. He shares with NexGenMed his research on the opioid problem. Dr Jeff Singer's Cato Profile

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Germany’s All Time Löw 37:55

6y ago37:55

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Well that wasn’t such a bad international break now was it? I thoroughly enjoyed it actually! What’s going on with Germany though?? I recap their two defeats vs the Netherlands and Germany and other interesting action from the break. Club football also returns? I preview the upcoming league fixtures including the cracker (or not) when United visits…

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#36 Christina Sandefur, Executive Vice President at the Goldwater Institute, talks about the Right to Try law 40:09

6y ago40:09

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May 2018 President Trump signed the Right to Try bill. Christina Sandefur is a co-drafter of the Right to Try initiative and she discusses why it is important for patients. Links: Goldwaterinstitute.org, https://indefenseofliberty.blog/

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Elite Football Galore😍 44:08

6y ago44:08

44:08

The second round of the Champions League did not disappoint! Unless you’re a United fan that is? I review all the hottest action from the midweek games and preview this weekend’s league action as usual! Enjoy guys?

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Irreconcilable Differences 38:23

6y ago38:23

38:23

Luka Modric finally breaks the Ronaldo Messi duopoly and wins the FIFA player of the year award. I give my 2 cents on whether or not he deserved it. In other news the plot thickens in the soap opera that is Man Utd. I also discuss the midweek action in various leagues and as usual preview the weekend's upcoming action! Enjoy!…

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#35 Jules Madrigal, MD explains how she started her own DPC practice right out of residency. 25:41

6y ago25:41

25:41

Juliette Madrigal, MD is the former president of AAPS and owns her own DPC practice. She discusses her journey to DPC and the genuine doctor-patient relationship she enjoys.

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