What's new in our clinics?

Key Highlights:

1. Dr. Marina Capella’s New Clinic Building

   • Purchased a historic home for her practice, creating a welcoming, therapeutic environment.

   • Plans to expand services with a women’s health provider, a mental health therapist, and potential physical/occupational therapy offerings.

2. Dr. Phil Boucher’s Strategic Focus Areas

   • Prioritizing care for newborns and mental health patients.

   • Adjusting marketing efforts to target these patient groups effectively.

   • Exploring ways to demonstrate the long-term value of DPC for families with older children.

3. New Service Models & Pricing Tiers

   • Dr. Capella introduced three membership levels:

     • Essentials Membership (basic pediatric care with visit limits)

     • Complex Care Membership (for behavioral health or specialized care)

     • Concierge Home Visit Package (for high-end personalized care)

   • Designed to align pricing with service intensity and provide flexible options for families.

4. Virtual Care Memberships

   • Dr. Boucher is launching a virtual membership option to reach families in rural areas or those preferring remote care.

   • Covers basic pediatric consultations, behavioral guidance, and parenting support.

5. Vaccine Program Expansion

   • Dr. Capella successfully implemented VaxCare, reducing out-of-pocket vaccine costs and improving financial sustainability.

   • Challenges include workflow adjustments, but overall, it's a positive step for the clinic.

6. Adding Multidisciplinary Care

   • Dr. Boucher welcomed a speech-language pathologist to his clinic, expanding services for speech delays, autism support, and infant feeding.

   • Enhancing his practice as a true medical home with integrated care.

Final Thoughts:

• Both doctors are refining their DPC models to improve patient experience and financial sustainability.

• They encourage other pediatricians to experiment with new service structures and share insights.