Episode 70: Dr. Steven Horvitz

Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Life’s Best Medicine. Dr. Steven Horvitz is a family physician, physician entrepreneur, and pioneer in the Direct Primary Care clinical model. Dr. Horvitz has been practicing patient-focused, proactive Direct Primary Care since 2008. He graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1991 and completed his Family Practice Residency with Board Certification in 1994. Dr. Horvitz completed another Board Certification and Fellowship in the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine in 2019. In their discussion, Drs. Brian and Steven talk about the differences between the Direct Primary Care model and the Standard  model, the benefits of the DPC model for both doctors and patients, the healthier incentive structure of the DPC model versus the Standard model, the preventative versus the sick-care approach to healthcare, steering clear of paternalism with your patients, creating a safe, friendly, homey office atmosphere, and the importance of having the freedom and time to connect personally with patients during visits. Life’s Best Medicine According to Steven: “Be true to yourself. You have got to know what you want and why you want it—how to get there safely. When you want to make a decision there’s three things you’ve gotta do: first, it’s gotta be safe to do; second, it’s gotta be healthy; third, it’s gotta make you happy.” Thank you for listening. Have a blessed day and stay healthy!   Links:   Dr. Steven Horvitz: Website Twitter   Dr. Brian Lenzkes:  Website Low Carb MD Podcast   Simply Snackin’