For many people, the traditional healthcare system can feel impersonal and difficult to navigate. Appointments can have long wait times, feel rushed, and leave patients with unanswered questions.
Direct Primary Care (DPC) is a membership-based healthcare model that provides patients with direct access to their provider and includes preventive, acute, and chronic care management through a simple monthly membership. Unlike traditional insurance-based practices, DPC removes administrative barriers, allowing providers to focus on personalized, relationship-centered care.
Live Well DPC, A Better Healthcare Experience in Sarasota
At Live Well DPC, we practice medicine the way it used to be—centered on the relationship between provider and patient, without the insurance barriers or rushed visits that often get in the way. Our membership-based model allows us to maintain a smaller patient panel, giving us the time to offer longer appointments, greater accessibility, and truly personalized care. We partner with our patients to create healthcare plans that support their goals and long-term wellness. Instead of searching for answers on your own, you have a trusted healthcare partner available to guide you on everything from preventive care and chronic disease management to medications, specialist referrals, and lifestyle medicine.
Do You Still Need Insurance?
You do not need insurance to join Live Well DPC. That said, we do encourage members to pair their DPC membership with insurance coverage for major medical events and emergencies. Depending on your situation, this may include high-deductible plans, Medicare options, or faith-based and non-faith-based healthcare cost-sharing programs.
What You Can Expect with a Monthly Membership
- Unlimited office visits
- Extended appointment times
- Same-day or next-day scheduling
- Direct access to your provider
- After-hours access for urgent needs
Comprehensive Care, All in One Place
Beyond convenient access and longer visits, Live Well DPC provides comprehensive primary care services designed to support your health at every stage of life.
Preventive & Adult Care
- Annual physical and wellness plans
- Chronic disease management (diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, and more)
Acute & Urgent Care
- Treatment for infections, minor injuries, and everyday illnesses
- In-office procedures such as IV hydration and nebulizer treatments
Women's & Men's Health
- Hormone therapy, including perimenopause and menopause support
- Preventive screenings and birth control management
Specialized Services
- Dermatology care (acne, eczema, biopsies)
- Orthopedic care (joint pain, strains, injections)
- Mental health evaluation and support
Wellness & Lifestyle Support
- Weight loss management and nutrition counseling
- IV hydration and vitamin supplementation services offered at a discounted rate
- Discounted labs, medications, and imaging guidance
What if your primary care experience felt proactive, holistic, and genuinely focused on helping you stay well?
It can be at Live Well DPC. With decades of experience and deep roots in the Sarasota community, we are committed to making healthcare simpler, more accessible, and more personal, helping patients avoid unnecessary costs, delays, and frustration while having a trusted advocate in their corner. We look forward to meeting you.
