The Direct Care Podcast For Specialists

Tea Nguyen, DPM

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. 

  1. 6d ago

    The Offer Is the Answer

    Send us Fan Mail Do you keep telling yourself you need more credentials, another certification, or even an MBA before you can build a successful direct care practice? In this episode, I challenge that belief and show you why the missing piece isn’t more education—it’s a clear offer. I break down the three types of direct care offers, why packages outperform fee-for-service, and the six elements every compelling offer needs. If patients seem confused, pricing feels awkward, or growth feels slow, this episode will help you create the clarity that turns expertise into a thriving practice. Support the show Direct Care Launch Course: A self-guided course to your Direct Care practice now available here. Summer Special: You will receive additional 6 live group coaching support (value $3600). Get started now! --- Build Your Profitable Direct Pay Package get on my email list to be the first to know about the next live coaching session here For specialists tired on insurance and ready to do something about it. If you're ready to open but don't know where to start, take the readiness assessment and book a clarity call here. Join the Direct Care Society, a private WhatsApp community here. Ads free! EMR I'm currently using in my Direct Care practice Simple PracticeFind me on LinkedIn https://linkedin.com/in/teadpmMore resources teadpm.com

    25 min

  2. Jun 9

    Who Told You Wanting Money Was Wrong?

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt guilty about wanting to earn more as a physician?  In this episode, I challenge the belief that caring about money makes you a worse doctor. We'll explore how this mindset contributes to burnout, financial stress, and frustration, and why building a profitable direct care practice can actually help you provide better patient care while creating the freedom and fulfillment you deserve.  Support the show Direct Care Launch Course: A self-guided course to your Direct Care practice now available here. Summer Special: You will receive additional 6 live group coaching support (value $3600). Get started now! --- Build Your Profitable Direct Pay Package get on my email list to be the first to know about the next live coaching session here For specialists tired on insurance and ready to do something about it. If you're ready to open but don't know where to start, take the readiness assessment and book a clarity call here. Join the Direct Care Society, a private WhatsApp community here. Ads free! EMR I'm currently using in my Direct Care practice Simple PracticeFind me on LinkedIn https://linkedin.com/in/teadpmMore resources teadpm.com

    18 min

  3. Jun 2

    Stuck or Scared? What now?

    Send us Fan Mail You already know more about direct care than you think. So if you’re still stuck researching, listening to podcasts, or waiting for the “right time,” this episode is for you.  I’m breaking down the real reason many doctors never make the transition into direct care — and it’s not lack of information. We’re talking about perfectionism, fear, people-pleasing, and the internal voices keeping you stuck. If you’ve been craving more freedom, simplicity, and connection with patients, this conversation will help you take the next step.  Support the show Direct Care Launch Course: A self-guided course to your Direct Care practice now available here. Summer Special: You will receive additional 6 live group coaching support (value $3600). Get started now! --- Build Your Profitable Direct Pay Package get on my email list to be the first to know about the next live coaching session here For specialists tired on insurance and ready to do something about it. If you're ready to open but don't know where to start, take the readiness assessment and book a clarity call here. Join the Direct Care Society, a private WhatsApp community here. Ads free! EMR I'm currently using in my Direct Care practice Simple PracticeFind me on LinkedIn https://linkedin.com/in/teadpmMore resources teadpm.com

    15 min

  4. May 26

    Why fee for service is keeping you stuck

    Send us Fan Mail Most doctors leave insurance… but still run their practice like they’re in-network. I did the same thing at first. I thought direct care simply meant putting cash prices on my services and charging patients per visit. But staying fee-for-service kept my practice transactional, unpredictable, and financially stuck. In this episode, I’m sharing why I shifted away from CPT-code thinking and started building packages, memberships, and long-term patient relationships instead. Because patients don’t just want appointments — they want a clear plan, real results, and someone who can guide them from pain to solution. Support the show Direct Care Launch Course: A self-guided course to your Direct Care practice now available here. Summer Special: You will receive additional 6 live group coaching support (value $3600). Get started now! --- Build Your Profitable Direct Pay Package get on my email list to be the first to know about the next live coaching session here For specialists tired on insurance and ready to do something about it. If you're ready to open but don't know where to start, take the readiness assessment and book a clarity call here. Join the Direct Care Society, a private WhatsApp community here. Ads free! EMR I'm currently using in my Direct Care practice Simple PracticeFind me on LinkedIn https://linkedin.com/in/teadpmMore resources teadpm.com

    18 min

  5. May 19

    You're Getting Impressions But No Patients. Here's Why.

    Send us Fan Mail Getting impressions but no patients? The problem may not be your ads. In this episode, I break down why marketing fails for many doctors and service-based businesses: unclear messaging, weak systems, and missing patient qualification. Learn the five-step phone script that turns calls into qualified patients, how to position your services for profitability, and why marketing is more than just running ads. If you’re building a direct care practice, this episode will change how you think about growth. Support the show Direct Care Launch Course: A self-guided course to your Direct Care practice now available here. Summer Special: You will receive additional 6 live group coaching support (value $3600). Get started now! --- Build Your Profitable Direct Pay Package get on my email list to be the first to know about the next live coaching session here For specialists tired on insurance and ready to do something about it. If you're ready to open but don't know where to start, take the readiness assessment and book a clarity call here. Join the Direct Care Society, a private WhatsApp community here. Ads free! EMR I'm currently using in my Direct Care practice Simple PracticeFind me on LinkedIn https://linkedin.com/in/teadpmMore resources teadpm.com

    25 min

  6. May 12

    Why Other Doctors' Success Feels Personal

    Send us Fan Mail I want to talk about something most doctors don’t say out loud. That uncomfortable feeling when you see another physician succeed. The little sting. The doubt. The thought that maybe you’re behind. Nothing is wrong with you for feeling that. You were trained to compare—from school, to boards, to training. So your brain learned to measure your worth against other people. But their success isn’t taking anything away from you. There is no real scoreboard here. The moment you stop making their win mean something about you, you get your focus back. And you start building your own path again. Support the show Direct Care Launch Course: A self-guided course to your Direct Care practice now available here. Summer Special: You will receive additional 6 live group coaching support (value $3600). Get started now! --- Build Your Profitable Direct Pay Package get on my email list to be the first to know about the next live coaching session here For specialists tired on insurance and ready to do something about it. If you're ready to open but don't know where to start, take the readiness assessment and book a clarity call here. Join the Direct Care Society, a private WhatsApp community here. Ads free! EMR I'm currently using in my Direct Care practice Simple PracticeFind me on LinkedIn https://linkedin.com/in/teadpmMore resources teadpm.com

    19 min

  7. May 5

    Adding a Spa to Your Clinic with Dr. Sarah Neitzel

    Send us Fan Mail What if your clinic could earn revenue without you in the room? Dr. Tea Nguyen sits down with podiatrist and business coach Dr. Sarah Neitzel to break down exactly how she built a profitable medical nail spa alongside her private practice — and what it takes for other physicians to do the same. They cover structuring two separate LLCs, hiring nail technicians, startup costs, and how to identify which tasks you should stop doing yourself. If you've ever thought about adding a cash service to your practice, this one's for you. Dr. Sarah Neitzel is a board-certified podiatric surgeon and founder of Visionary Practice Solutions, a coaching program helping physicians across specialties build thriving, independent practices. She owns both a podiatry clinic and a medical nail spa in Silverdale, Washington. Connect with her:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-neitzel-dpm/ Website: https://www.visionarypracticesolutions.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.SarahVPS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.sarah.coaching Support the show Direct Care Launch Course: A self-guided course to your Direct Care practice now available here. Summer Special: You will receive additional 6 live group coaching support (value $3600). Get started now! --- Build Your Profitable Direct Pay Package get on my email list to be the first to know about the next live coaching session here For specialists tired on insurance and ready to do something about it. If you're ready to open but don't know where to start, take the readiness assessment and book a clarity call here. Join the Direct Care Society, a private WhatsApp community here. Ads free! EMR I'm currently using in my Direct Care practice Simple PracticeFind me on LinkedIn https://linkedin.com/in/teadpmMore resources teadpm.com

    50 min

  8. Apr 28

    ACES National Surgical Team with Dr. Ronen Elefant

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Ronen Elefant, Founder and CEO of ACES National Surgical Team, to break down how direct surgical care is reshaping access, pricing, and the patient experience.  From trauma surgeon and hospital leader to national innovator, Dr. Elefant shares how bundled pricing, existing surgery centers, and physician autonomy are creating a simpler, more transparent system for patients and surgeons alike. A powerful look at what happens when you remove insurance from the equation and rebuild care around the patient. Connect with him: Website: ACES National Surgical TeamLinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronenelefantInstagram:  @ronenelefantYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ACESSurgicalteamTiktok: @ronen.elefant Support the show Direct Care Launch Course: A self-guided course to your Direct Care practice now available here. Summer Special: You will receive additional 6 live group coaching support (value $3600). Get started now! --- Build Your Profitable Direct Pay Package get on my email list to be the first to know about the next live coaching session here For specialists tired on insurance and ready to do something about it. If you're ready to open but don't know where to start, take the readiness assessment and book a clarity call here. Join the Direct Care Society, a private WhatsApp community here. Ads free! EMR I'm currently using in my Direct Care practice Simple PracticeFind me on LinkedIn https://linkedin.com/in/teadpmMore resources teadpm.com

    42 min
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