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People are lost navigating healthcare. Doctors are forced to treat their patients like an assembly line. An emphasis on production works in a factory making widgets, but not with people. Direct Primary Care changes all of this.
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Empowering Researchers: The Labfront Approach to Cost Reduction
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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO and co-founder of Freedom Healthworks, welcomes Chris Peng, co-founder and CEO of Labfront. Labfront is a cutting-edge research solution for real-world data capture, trusted by prestigious academic institutions such as Stanford, Harvard, and MIT. Chris Peng shares his journey into…
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Navigating Healthcare with Dr. Steelman: The Power of Personalization
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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO and co-founder of Freedom Healthworks, sits down with Dr. William Steelman, the visionary founder of Steelman Medical Group in Houston, Texas. Dr. Steelman is a trailblazer in the concierge direct primary care model, emphasizing patient-centered care and transparency in primary he…
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Innovative Approaches to Mental Health in Primary Care
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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO and co-founder of Freedom Healthworks, discuss the vital role of primary care providers in mental health with guest Dr. Cynthia Horner, Chief Medical Officer of Amwell. Christopher opens the conversation by highlighting the importance of primary care physicians as the gatekeepers …
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Enhancing Patient Care: Novocardia’s Value-Based Approach
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In this enlightening episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO and co-founder of Freedom Healthworks, sits down with Dr. Katherine Evans, the president of Novocardia, a division of Cardiovascular Associates of America. As the nation's largest private network of cardiologists, Novocardia is at the forefront of transforming cardiov…
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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig welcomes Dr. Joshua Fischer, a pioneer in merging primary care and health coaching within the direct primary care (DPC) model. Dr. Fischer shares his journey from a traditional healthcare setting to establishing his DPC practice, Dr. Fischer, MD. He discusses the pivotal moment that le…
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Balancing Act: Dr. Nicole Ascanio on Managing a DPC Practice and Family Life
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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig welcomes back Dr. Nicole Ascanio, founder of aspireMD, a thriving direct primary care (DPC) practice in Omaha, Nebraska. This episode discusses the unique challenges and rewards of running a successful medical practice while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Dr. Ascanio, a mothe…
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Expanding Access to Affordable Primary Care: From Legislation to Practice
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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO and co-founder of Freedom Healthworks, dives into a crucial topic for the future of healthcare: expanding access to affordable primary care for all, regardless of insurance status. Christopher explores the vital role of accessible primary care in reducing healthcare costs and enha…
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The Future of Self-Funded Healthcare Plans
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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, Host Christopher Habig, is joined by Adam Russo, CEO of The Phia Group. Together they discuss the intricacies of building and implementing an employer healthcare plan that genuinely benefits employees. Adam Russo shares his journey and insights, highlighting the importance of caring about the industry, clien…
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Breaking the Cycle: Escaping the Employed Physician Trap
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Join us in this insightful Healthcare Americana episode on the journey of physicians breaking free from the shackles of employment to embrace the Direct Primary Care (DPC) model. Host Christopher Habig sits down with Dr. Michelle Cooke, a trailblazer in the realm of primary care in Atlanta. Dr. Cooke shares her firsthand experiences and wisdom gain…
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Reconstructing Healthcare: Health Rosetta’s Vision with Dave Chase
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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, sits down with Dave Chase, the visionary founder of Health Rosetta. Together, they explore the groundbreaking work Health Rosetta is doing to transform the healthcare landscape into a system that is transparent, accountable, and value-driven. Dave Chase sha…
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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig sits down with Twila Brase, the co-founder and president of the Citizens’ Council for Health Freedom. With a wealth of experience as a registered nurse and a healthcare policy advocate, Twila sheds light on the pressing issues in our healthcare system, from the pitfalls of the Affordab…
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In this episode of the Healthcare Americana podcast, host Christopher Habig sits down with Mario Miranda, a South Florida-based CPA specializing in healthcare finance. The two dig into the Direct Primary Care (DPC) model and explore its potential to revolutionize healthcare in the U.S. Mario Miranda brings his extensive experience with U.S. physici…
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The Power of Data Integrity in Healthcare
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On this Healthcare Americana episode, Christopher Habig is joined by veteran healthcare analyst Brian Wikle. Together, they shed light on the profound impact of data accuracy on patient outcomes and the indispensable relationship between data integrity and patient-doctor bonds. Brian Wikle emphasizes the critical importance of maintaining data inte…
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Direct Primary Dermatology: Modernizing Solutions with Dr. Beth Goldstein
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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig invites Dr. Beth Goldstein, co-founder of Modern Ritual, to explore the transformative power of direct specialty care in dermatology. Dr. Goldstein, who has embraced the direct care model in her practice, sheds light on how this innovative approach is reshaping not only primary care bu…
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Gold Direct Care’s Dr. Jeffrey Gold on The Direct Primary Care Industry
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In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Jeffrey Gold of Gold Direct Care sits down with Christopher Habig to discuss the intricacies and challenges of the healthcare system, particularly focusing on the Direct Primary Care (DPC) model. Dr. Gold offers insightful perspectives based on his firsthand experience as a practicing physician. The conversati…
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Employee Health Matters: Navigating Fiduciary Responsibilities in Benefits
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In this episode, Christopher Habig engages in a profound discussion with expert Chris Deacon from VerSan Consulting on the crucial topic of employer fiduciary responsibility in healthcare. As they unravel the complexities of this responsibility, they offer valuable insights into recent lawsuits, market dynamics, and the pivotal role of employers in…
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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig engages in a candid discussion with an anonymous medical student serving as guest. The guest's anonymity underscores the sensitive nature of the topics discussed, particularly the influence of politics and ideology in medical education and healthcare policy. FreedoMDstudent sheds light…
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From Capitol Hill to Patient Care: Bridging the Gap
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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig engages in a compelling discussion with Charles Sauer, President of The Market Institute. Together, they explore the intricate intersection of healthcare policy, market dynamics, and innovation, shedding light on key insights that affect the healthcare landscape. Sauer shares his exper…
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The Power of Gratitude and Self-Compassion in the Workplace with Dr. Sharon Sheridan and Sara Krivacek
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Explore workplace relationships and employee well-being with Dr. Sharon Sheridan and Sara Krivacek. Learn how expressing gratitude and self-compassion can enhance job satisfaction and workplace harmony, including tips for creating a supportive work environment. We also examine the effects of these practices on leaders and employees, the hurdles to …
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AI as a Medical Ally: Enhancing Doctor-Patient Care Without Replacing Human Expertise
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On this episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig and Dr. Ronald Razmi explore the critical role of artificial intelligence (AI) in transforming healthcare and its potential impact on patient care. Dr. Razmi explains that AI operates as a statistical tool that analyzes data to uncover valuable insights and enhance decision-making processes…
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Driving Change: Green Imaging's Impact on Affordable, High-Quality Care
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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig is joined by Dr. Cristin Dickerson, founder of Green Imaging, to discuss the innovative world of direct care and its intersection with transparent, affordable medical imaging. Dr. Dickerson explains how Green Imaging was founded to solve the problem of unaffordable imaging in her community …
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FMMA 2024 Annual Conference: Back to the Future
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In this two-part episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig talks with two of the most prominent figures in the Direct Primary Care Movement. First, he interviews Jay Kempton, the president and CEO of the Kempton Group and the founder of the FMMA. Together, they explore the FMMA's mission to foster transparency, quality, and affordability i…
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Navigating Healthcare: Direct Primary Care and the Future of Patient Navigation
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In this episode, Christopher Habig discusses the importance of care navigation in the healthcare system with Doug Geinzer of High Performance Navigation. They explore the challenges patients face in finding the right care, the role of direct primary care in simplifying the healthcare experience, and the impact of technology and data in enhancing ca…
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Unplugging from the System: A Journey into Direct Primary Care
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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig explores the transformative potential of Direct Primary Care (DPC) with Dr. Mazhar Khan from FreedomDoc at Westfield Premier. They discuss DPC's patient-centered approach, emphasizing quality healthcare based on patient value rather than traditional metrics. Dr. Khan shares compelling anecd…
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Point-of-Care Ultrasounds and Mentorship Insights with Dr. Chanel Fischetti
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Point-of-care ultrasound specialist Dr. Chanel Fischetti joins host John Drummond to discuss the numerous applications of ultrasound in medicine, ranging from eye examinations to obstetrics. The conversation turns personal as they delve into the themes of mentorship and balancing personal and professional life in the medical field. Show Notes: labf…
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Beyond Chemotherapy: Rethinking Cancer Treatment with Dr. Mark Dybul
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Join Christopher Habig in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Mark Dybul, CEO of Renovaro Biosciences and professor of medicine at Georgetown University Medical Center. The episode explores the challenges of healthcare innovation, advocating for a departure from bureaucratic hospital systems. Dr. Dybul shares Renovaro Biosciences' groundbreaking …
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