In this episode of Inside Family Medicine, American Academy of Family Physicians Vice President of Practice Advancement Karen Johnson, PhD, welcomes Maryal Concepcion, MD, FAAFP, a full-scope family physician, founder and CEO of Big Trees MD, and host of the My DPC Story podcast, to discuss direct primary care (DPC) as an evolving practice model for family physicians.

Drawing from her own transition out of corporate medicine, Dr. Concepcion shares how DPC has allowed her to build a sustainable practice centered on physician autonomy, meaningful patient relationships, and comprehensive, community-focused care.

The conversation explores Dr. Concepcion’s journey into family medicine and direct primary care, practical considerations for launching and growing a DPC practice, strategies for managing financial and operational challenges, and the flexibility DPC provides to meet community needs. She also discusses common misconceptions about DPC, improving access to care in rural and underserved communities, and why supporting diverse practice models is essential to the future of family medicine.

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