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Crafting Better Healthcare: The Lantern Health Story - Pt. 1
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In this episode of the My DPC Story podcast, Dr. Ben Aiken of Lantern Health, a family physician with a background in international studies and public health, delves into the innovative model of Direct Primary Care (DPC), where a low monthly membership allows patients to build lasting relationships with their doctors. Dr. Aiken shares his journey from being part of a traditional health system to establishing an independent DPC practice unexpectedly. He emphasizes the importance of community-oriented care, system-level healthcare change, and the role of health coaches in primary care. The episode also touches upon the challenges and successes of transitioning a DPC practice, branding, staff roles, and fostering a supportive environment for other physicians to join the DPC movement. Lastly, he reflects on the broader implications and potential growth of the DPC model in the future of American healthcare.
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208 episodes
Manage episode 422656249 series 2827060
In this episode of the My DPC Story podcast, Dr. Ben Aiken of Lantern Health, a family physician with a background in international studies and public health, delves into the innovative model of Direct Primary Care (DPC), where a low monthly membership allows patients to build lasting relationships with their doctors. Dr. Aiken shares his journey from being part of a traditional health system to establishing an independent DPC practice unexpectedly. He emphasizes the importance of community-oriented care, system-level healthcare change, and the role of health coaches in primary care. The episode also touches upon the challenges and successes of transitioning a DPC practice, branding, staff roles, and fostering a supportive environment for other physicians to join the DPC movement. Lastly, he reflects on the broader implications and potential growth of the DPC model in the future of American healthcare.
* UNLOCK YOUR FREE TRIAL of DrChrono by Everhealth TODAY!
-> SPRUCE HEALTH: NEW USERS get 20% off your SPRUCE HEALTH paid plan with code: MARYAL20
*Complete our SURVEY and ENTER TO WIN a TICKET to DPC SUMMIT 2025!
FREE 1 month trial - HEIDI HEALTH PRO: As Individualized As Your DPC.
Be A My DPC Story PATREON MEMBER!
SPONSOR THE POD
My DPC Story VOICEMAIL! DPC SWAG!
FACEBOOK * INSTAGRAM * LinkedIn * TWITTER * TIKTOK * YouTube
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