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.

Brian Bost, MD, MPH 8/28/26 Brian Bost, MD, MPH 8/28/26

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.