From Dr Brian’s Desk
Medicine, explained by the doctor in the room.
Honest takes on navigating the healthcare system, staying healthy, and what direct care actually looks like in practice -- from a physician who's been on both sides of the bed.
Are Labs Really Cheaper at a DpC Office? I Pulled My Own Numbers to Check.
A blood panel that runs $50–100+ elsewhere can cost a few dollars through a direct-pay practice. I pulled my own numbers to show you the real comparison — and what this model doesn't cover.
5 Things I Noticed in the 2026 State of DPC Report
The DPC Alliance just published the largest physician survey the field has ever seen — 465 practices, real numbers on panels, pricing, and who's actually doing this. Here are five things that stood out to me.
Your Health Insurance Is Getting More Expensive Again. Here's One Way to Think About It.
ACA marketplace premiums are proposed to jump another 14% in 2027 — more than a third above 2025 levels. Here's what that actually means for your household, and one way to think about pairing direct primary care with a high-deductible plan.