The Direct Care Podcast For Specialists
Learn why and how to start an insurance-free, hassle-free Direct Specialty Care practice that lets you provide care your way for your patients without middlemen hosted by Dr. Tea Nguyen.
Podcasting since 2022 • 172 episodes
The Direct Care Podcast For Specialists
Latest Episodes
Make 2026 Your Direct Care Year!
1. The Direct Care Movement Is Mainstream Now2026 is the year specialists can no longer ignore the shift—direct care is making headlines and attracting advocates like Mark Cuban, who’s cutting out middlemen and championing patien...
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Season 3
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Episode 204
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20:45
Building a Direct Care Rheumatology Practice with Dr. R. Michelle Koolaee
Dr. R. Michelle Koolaee is a board-certified rheumatologist with over 12 years of experience in academic and multi-specialty practices across Los Angeles. In 2025, she opened a direct care rheumatology practice in Pasadena to move beyond the co...
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Season 3
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Episode 203
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28:34
Holiday Lessons from Plants and Perimenopause
I want to share some unexpected lessons that have sprouted from my garden—and from my perimenopause journey. From plants that refuse to grow to learning when to let go, I’ve realized the importance of focusing on what truly thrives in our lives...
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Season 3
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Episode 202
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14:06
Simply Psych with Dr. Brian Dixon
Dr. Brian Dixon, is an award-winning psychiatrist, author, and speaker who believes adaptive mental health is the foundation of a life well lived. In this episode, he shares his journey from facing “moral injury” in insurance...
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Season 3
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Episode 201
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30:49
How to Get Your First Cash-Pay Patient in 7 Steps
Struggling to attract patients who pay cash? In this episode, we break down 7 practical steps to help you engage patients, build trust, and confidently set prices. Learn how to package services, handle insurance objections transparently,...
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Season 3
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Episode 200
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25:12