5 Essential Benefits of Switching to Concierge Medicine

Concierge medicine may be new to you, but the concept goes back decades. One of the first concierge medicine practices emerged in Los Angeles in the 1960s, and its popularity has been steadily growing. The increase in concierge medicine practices continued throughout the pandemic as well.

Concierge medicine is a very personalized and convenient approach to health care. It goes above and beyond traditional medical services and incorporates multiple aspects of your well-being. 

Here at Dupont Private Health, Dr. Jean Ann Beaton is proud to offer concierge medicine to patients in Dupont Circle, Washington, DC. 

Below, we share five essential benefits of switching to concierge medicine.

1. Same- or next-day appointments

We know life is busy, and we don’t want to add to the stress of your daily life. Concierge medicine should be convenient and work with your schedule — not against it. 

Trying to coordinate your schedule to book an appointment four weeks into the future is hard. With concierge medicine, you can expect efficient care, without the hassle of squeezing it into your schedule weeks ahead of time.

In addition to easier scheduling, concierge medicine enables you to receive care when you need it most. Do you feel sinus pressure building? With a concierge doctor, you don’t even need to come to the office to talk about your concerns. You can talk with Dr. Beaton on the phone and discuss your concerns. 

If you do need to come in for treatment or an exam, you can count on seeing Dr. Beaton the same (or the next) day, and you know you won’t waste time in a packed waiting room beforehand.

2. Extended patient visits

On average, patients spend an hour waiting for a doctor’s visit, only to spend a few minutes speaking with their provider. When you see Dr. Beaton, you’re not limited to 15-minute appointments. Rather, Dr. Beaton spends as much time as you need to discuss your concerns.

Not only do we offer extended patient visits, but you’ll also experience limited-to-no wait times. The number of patients in our concierge practice is limited. This means there are no overcrowded waiting rooms with long waits. It also means that each patient receives the time, care, and attention they deserve.

3. 24/7 connectivity

Are you tired of waiting for third-party answering centers or having only limited hours to ask questions or address your concerns? Communicate with Dr. Beaton easily through our custom telehealth app — 24/7. Members connect with Dr. Beaton through a custom telehealth app that allows for HIPAA-compliant text and video consults. 

4. Receive 1-to-1 health coaching

Health coaching is designed to help you reach your wellness goals through motivation, advice, and support. You may benefit from health coaching if you have wellness goals, are trying to improve your baseline with lifestyle changes, or simply need support in reaching your long-term goals.

Studies show that health and wellness coaching can have a profound impact on your health. Specifically, a 2017 study found that health coaching significantly helped individuals who were trying to improve blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels.

Health coaching at Dupont Private Health is additive to your membership. Health coaching and support are available for ongoing and unlimited support. 

5. Take part in our wellness program 

While annual physicals and routine screenings are part of your health care, they’re just one aspect of your wellness. When you participate in our wellness program and other member-exclusive events, you have the ability to tap into other aspects of your wellness. This includes:

• Sleep hygiene

• Nutrition

• Stress management

• Exercise

All of these components play a big role in your overall physical and mental wellness, and we’re here to support you in all aspects of your health care.

Is concierge medicine right for you?

Concierge medicine can be right for anyone. You don’t have to wait until you're sick or dealing with a chronic condition to benefit from this type of personalized care. 

Between preventive health care services (like exams and routine screenings) and wellness initiatives, concierge medicine benefits you all year long.

To learn more about concierge medicine, call 202-315-5075. You can also book an appointment at the Dupont Circle office in Washington, DC, by requesting an appointment easily online.