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New Year, New You? Who? Every January, it’s the same message.New year. New you. Reset. Restart. Reinvent. And honestly… who is that for? I’ve been thinking a lot about why the new year always puts so much pressure on changing ourselves, as if who we were on December 31st suddenly isn’t enough. Maybe instead of […]

Back on Track: A Real Health Reset (Part 1)

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Today, for the first time since April 2024, I called out. No flu.No fever.No cough.Nothing dramatic or easily labeled. I just didn’t feel like myself. As a healthcare provider, that can be a hard thing to admit, especially when there isn’t a clear diagnosis or visible symptom to point to. We are trained to push […]

Ashley, NP at home taking a sick day

Today, I Called Out and That Matters

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Feeling tired occasionally is normal. Ongoing fatigue that does not improve with rest is not. When exhaustion becomes part of daily life, it may be a sign that the thyroid is not functioning as it should. Why the Thyroid Matters The thyroid is a small gland located in the neck that helps regulate metabolism, energy […]

Thyroid Health and Fatigue

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After the last two blogs, you now know that pairing Direct Primary Care with the right insurance can save families a lot of money while still keeping them protected. But people often ask the same question. Which insurance option actually makes sense for me? Here is a simple breakdown that compares the three main choices. […]

Which Insurance Model Fits You Best? A Simple Side-By-Side Look at Traditional Plans, High Deductible HSA Plans, and Catastrophic Plans

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If you read my blog last week, you already know we talked about using an HSA plan with Direct Primary Care and why it finally gives families a break from sky-high premiums. This week, I want to follow up with another option a lot of people overlook but should absolutely reconsider. Catastrophic plans. Catastrophic insurance […]

Smarter Healthcare for 2026

Did You Read My Blog From Last Week? Let’s Talk About Catastrophic Plans and How They Fit With Direct Primary Care

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