This week’s conversation with Dr. Marissa Fusella, owner of a direct primary care (DPC) practice, covered preventive screenings, tips for asking better questions, practical life from a mom of three, and a little known truth about compounded pharmacies.
Thank you, Dr. Fusella, for coming on this morning!! I always appreciate the willingness of experts and professionals to spend time demystifying and sharing their wisdom. I hope that you feel more empowered for your next doctor visit. 🚀
You can find Dr. Fusella here, where you can also schedule a meet and greet. She practices in Latham, NY supporting folks in the capital region. She’s on facebook and instagram as well!
Notes from the episode:
DPCs (direct primary care practices) are popping up everywhere, and for good reason! They can be a great solution for folks with high deductibles, limited insurance coverage, or those who just an actual relationship with their doctor.
Compounded pharmacies are not FDA approved and are not well regulated. Many of the telehealth platforms offering HRT and GLP1s are compounded, buyers should use discretion. Ask your pharmacy or providers for more details, and if you are taking a compounded medication, ask for info on their quality standards and 3rd party testing results.
The #1 thing Marissa wants you to do is move! This busy mom, doctor, and business owner fits it in by having her husband as an accountability partner, and carving out 3 nights each week to exercise in her basement gym.
At your next check up, ask your doctor if you’re doing all the necessary and preventative screenings for your age (ie colonoscopy, mammogram, skin checks, other bloodwork beyond the standard, etc).
What else:
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