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. 2D AGO

    Business Ownership Will Expose Every Wound You've Been Ignoring

    Send us Fan Mail If you’re a physician building your own practice and questioning your pricing, boundaries, or worth—this episode is for you. In EP 219, I unpack how imposter syndrome, scarcity mindset, and fear of rejection shape decisions in practice ownership and direct care. You’ll see why undercharging and overgiving are not strategy issues, but money mindset patterns.  Learn how shifting beliefs and strengthening boundaries leads to real, sustainable growth. 🎧 Build a practice that reflects your value.  Support the show For specialists tired on insurance and ready to do something about it - Start building your Direct Specialty Care practice with the Launch Course, a step-by-step online program using the 4 pillars to success, use DCS500 for $500 off at checkout. Available for the next 20 doctors. Learn more here. Already have a Direct Specialty Care practice and ready to grow even more --> The Direct Care Society® The Continuity Circle, a monthly mastermind to take your practice to the next level. Save $582 when you purchase a 6 month access at checkout.  --> Join the Direct Care Society private Facebook group here.  EMR I'm currently using in my Direct Care practice Simple PracticeFind me on LinkedIn https://linkedin.com/in/teadpmMore resources teadpm.com

    21 min

  2. APR 14

    All In or Hybrid?

    Send us Fan Mail Thinking about going 100% direct care or starting with a hybrid model? In this episode, I share my personal journey from an insurance-based practice to fully direct care. I break down the pros and cons of each approach, explain the financial and operational considerations, and offer guidance on when a direct care model works best.  Learn how to simplify your practice, protect revenue, attract the right patients, and build a patient-centered business you love—without the stress of insurance.  Support the show For specialists tired on insurance and ready to do something about it - Start building your Direct Specialty Care practice with the Launch Course, a step-by-step online program using the 4 pillars to success, use DCS500 for $500 off at checkout. Available for the next 20 doctors. Learn more here. Already have a Direct Specialty Care practice and ready to grow even more --> The Direct Care Society® The Continuity Circle, a monthly mastermind to take your practice to the next level. Save $582 when you purchase a 6 month access at checkout.  --> Join the Direct Care Society private Facebook group here.  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. APR 7

    How To Ensure Your Success In Any Coaching Program

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I share 5 strategies I’ve used to succeed in any physician coaching program and get real results. I talk about setting intentions, committing effort, and taking action. I also reveal how I built my thriving direct care practice, left insurance behind, and designed the Direct Care Society Launch Course to help specialists create a simple, profitable, and sustainable private practice.  Support the show For specialists tired on insurance and ready to do something about it - Start building your Direct Specialty Care practice with the Launch Course, a step-by-step online program using the 4 pillars to success, use DCS500 for $500 off at checkout. Available for the next 20 doctors. Learn more here. Already have a Direct Specialty Care practice and ready to grow even more --> The Direct Care Society® The Continuity Circle, a monthly mastermind to take your practice to the next level. Save $582 when you purchase a 6 month access at checkout.  --> Join the Direct Care Society private Facebook group here.  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

  4. MAR 31

    Spring Cleaning Those Damaging Beliefs

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I tackle five common misconceptions that keep doctors stuck in the insurance-based model. I share how to clear mental clutter, overcome limiting beliefs, and take action to build a simpler, more profitable, and fulfilling direct care practice—where you set your prices, choose your patients, and focus on what you love about medicine without the friction of insurance.  Support the show For specialists tired on insurance and ready to do something about it - Start building your Direct Specialty Care practice with the Launch Course, a step-by-step online program using the 4 pillars to success, use DCS500 for $500 off at checkout. Available for the next 20 doctors. Learn more here. Already have a Direct Specialty Care practice and ready to grow even more --> The Direct Care Society® The Continuity Circle, a monthly mastermind to take your practice to the next level. Save $582 when you purchase a 6 month access at checkout.  --> Join the Direct Care Society private Facebook group here.  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

  5. MAR 24

    3 Things Not To Do In Your Direct Care Practice

    Send us Fan Mail Busy doesn’t always mean profitable. In this episode, lets break down three common mistakes that quietly sabotage direct care practices: undercharging, neglecting the full patient experience, and underutilizing simple technology.  Learn how to shift your pricing, create meaningful patient touchpoints, and stay top of mind—so you can build a practice that’s both sustainable and fulfilling.   Ethical Selling replay available for a limited time:  watch it here Support the show For specialists tired on insurance and ready to do something about it - Start building your Direct Specialty Care practice with the Launch Course, a step-by-step online program using the 4 pillars to success, use DCS500 for $500 off at checkout. Available for the next 20 doctors. Learn more here. Already have a Direct Specialty Care practice and ready to grow even more --> The Direct Care Society® The Continuity Circle, a monthly mastermind to take your practice to the next level. Save $582 when you purchase a 6 month access at checkout.  --> Join the Direct Care Society private Facebook group here.  EMR I'm currently using in my Direct Care practice Simple PracticeFind me on LinkedIn https://linkedin.com/in/teadpmMore resources teadpm.com

    22 min

  6. MAR 17

    Before You Leave Employment

    Send us Fan Mail Thinking about leaving employment to start your own practice? I break down what every physician needs to know first—from reviewing non-compete clauses to choosing between insurance-based and direct care models. I also share the three essential skills—marketing, operations, and ethical communication—that will help you launch a practice that matches the lifestyle and patient care you truly want, giving you freedom, fulfillment, and clarity in your next career move.  Support the show For specialists tired on insurance and ready to do something about it - Start building your Direct Specialty Care practice with the Launch Course, a step-by-step online program using the 4 pillars to success, use DCS500 for $500 off at checkout. Available for the next 20 doctors. Learn more here. Already have a Direct Specialty Care practice and ready to grow even more --> The Direct Care Society® The Continuity Circle, a monthly mastermind to take your practice to the next level. Save $582 when you purchase a 6 month access at checkout.  --> Join the Direct Care Society private Facebook group here.  EMR I'm currently using in my Direct Care practice Simple PracticeFind me on LinkedIn https://linkedin.com/in/teadpmMore resources teadpm.com

    17 min

  7. MAR 10

    Your Resistance Isn’t About Business Logistics — It’s About Your Identity

    Send us Fan Mail Feeling stuck in your direct care practice? Maybe leaving insurance isn’t “working” the way you thought it would. I get it—this isn’t just about logistics; it’s about identity. In this episode, I break down the four things that could be holding your practice back: controlling overhead, getting more people to know you, refining your offer, and shifting your mindset to step fully into direct care.  Plus, I share journal prompts and practical strategies to help you reclaim your energy, grow revenue, and build a practice that actually works for you.  Support the show For specialists tired on insurance and ready to do something about it - Start building your Direct Specialty Care practice with the Launch Course, a step-by-step online program using the 4 pillars to success, use DCS500 for $500 off at checkout. Available for the next 20 doctors. Learn more here. Already have a Direct Specialty Care practice and ready to grow even more --> The Direct Care Society® The Continuity Circle, a monthly mastermind to take your practice to the next level. Save $582 when you purchase a 6 month access at checkout.  --> Join the Direct Care Society private Facebook group here.  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

  8. MAR 3

    Annual Membership vs. High-Ticket Packages in Private Practice: When to Offer Each

    Send us Fan Mail Confused about high ticket packages vs. memberships in private practice? This episode breaks down the key differences and when to use each for maximum revenue stability and better patient care.  Learn how to structure premium offers, avoid common pricing mistakes, and build a sustainable direct care medical practice with smarter business strategy and recurring revenue models.  Support the show For specialists tired on insurance and ready to do something about it - Start building your Direct Specialty Care practice with the Launch Course, a step-by-step online program using the 4 pillars to success, use DCS500 for $500 off at checkout. Available for the next 20 doctors. Learn more here. Already have a Direct Specialty Care practice and ready to grow even more --> The Direct Care Society® The Continuity Circle, a monthly mastermind to take your practice to the next level. Save $582 when you purchase a 6 month access at checkout.  --> Join the Direct Care Society private Facebook group here.  EMR I'm currently using in my Direct Care practice Simple PracticeFind me on LinkedIn https://linkedin.com/in/teadpmMore resources teadpm.com

    27 min
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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. 

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