• Episode 38: Better Care through DPC with Dr. Penni Vachon

  • Apr 20 2025
  • Length: 34 mins
  • Podcast

Episode 38: Better Care through DPC with Dr. Penni Vachon

  • Summary

  • In this episode of the Concierge Medical Marketing Podcast, host Steven Schwartz interviews Dr. Penni Vachon, a nurse practitioner and owner of DPC Launchpad. Dr. Vachon shares her journey from traditional insurance-based practice to establishing a Direct Primary Care (DPC) model, emphasizing the importance of holistic care and patient relationships. The conversation covers the challenges of transitioning to DPC, marketing strategies, and the significance of mentorship in the DPC community. Dr. Vachon also discusses the recent DPC Launchpad conference, offering insights into the future of healthcare and the growing trend of DPC practices.


    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction to Dr. Penny Vachon

    01:31 Transitioning from Traditional to Direct Primary Care

    05:56 The Benefits of Direct Primary Care

    09:29 Advocacy and Coordination of Care

    10:34 Managing Patient Panels and Complexity

    12:54 Marketing Strategies for Growth

    17:32 Challenges in Starting a DPC Practice

    19:20 DPC Launchpad: Educating Future Practitioners

    24:16 Advice for Aspiring DPC Practitioners

    28:13 Setting Boundaries with Patients

    30:09 Finding Work-Life Balance

    34:00 The Future of Direct Primary Care


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