Bring Back the House Call
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Some old ideas are worth revisiting. A doctor who makes house calls? Imagine a diagnosis that is not rushed and includes factors that the doctor can see in the patient’s own environment. Alex Bittner is one of the medical professionals from AM-PM DOC who see patients in their homes and while they travel. Stephanie and Alex have a conversation about health care with some well-being “what-ifs” exploration.
Show Highlights
Stephanie talks about irresponsible disruption and innovation in technology.
Alex and Stephanie talk about the challenges in our health care system.
Alex talks about the #1 reason that people reach out to their doctors.
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Backstory Behind Stephanie and Guest
“I connected with Alex via Instagram. I appreciated his viewpoints on healthcare and reasons for pursuing and promoting house call medicines. His dedication to providing quality health is clear and thoughtful.” – Stephanie Michele
Social Challenge of the Week
The Social Challenge for the Week: Health Check Questions
Prepare a list of questions you would like to ask your medical professionals. If you have concerns for the answers you are getting and/or the quality of treatment, seek out second options. You reserve the right to change providers.
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