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Latest Practice Launches

News from DPC practices joining the Freedom Healthworks network across the country.

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Practice LaunchNaples, FL

Rooted Family Health Opens in Naples as Nurse Practitioners Rebecca and Doyle Kruger Launch Membership-Based Family Practice for All Ages

With over 27 years of combined experience as nurse practitioners, the Krugers bring unlimited visits, 24/7 provider access, and extended appointment times to Southwest Florida families through a simple monthly membership.

Freedom Healthworks

3 min read

Company Announcement

Introducing the Freedom Practice System™: A Structured Operating System for Direct Primary Care

Today, we formally introduce the Freedom Practice System™ — a defined operating system for launching, running, and scaling independent Direct Primary Care practices. Three tiers. One system. You choose how much we handle.

Freedom Healthworks Team

6 min read

Press ReleaseChattanooga, TN

Ridge & River Medicine Brings Modern Medicine with Old-Fashioned Care to Chattanooga

Ridge & River Medicine is redefining the primary care experience in Chattanooga with a direct primary care model that combines modern medical care with timeless values.

Chantal Elisea

4 min read

Press Release

IntegraHealth Launches Patient-Centered Model Offering Expert Care Without Insurance Barriers

IntegraHealth announces its innovative Direct Primary Care practice, offering patients direct access to expert healthcare without insurance barriers.

Chantal Elisea

3 min read

From the Blog

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FeaturedLaunch Strategy

Resident Physicians Transitioning to DPC: Why Structured Launch Support Matters

Residents have a unique window to plan a DPC launch—but also unique constraints. Here's how structured launch support fits a resident-to-DPC transition.

Freedom Healthworks Team

Jun 22, 2026

8 min read

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Launch Support for First-Time DPC Founders: A Practical Guide

First-time founders face a different launch curve than seasoned business owners. Here's what launch support should look like when this is your first practice.

Jun 15, 2026

8 min read

The Operational Side of a DPC Launch: What a Real Program Should Cover

Most launch programs focus on opening day. The bigger question is what happens on Day 30, Day 90, and Day 365. Here's what operational coverage should actually look like.

Jun 8, 2026

8 min read

Evaluating Practice Launch Programs for DPC Startups

A practical guide to evaluating launch programs for DPC startups—what separates substance from marketing, and how to read between the lines.

Jun 1, 2026

8 min read

What Makes a Practice Launch Program the Right Fit for a DPC Clinic

There's no universal 'best' launch program—only the right fit for your model. Here's how to identify the right one for your clinic.

May 25, 2026

8 min read

Practice Launch Programs for New DPC Physicians: What to Look For

Not all launch support is the same. Here's the evaluation framework physicians should use when comparing programs for a new DPC practice.

May 18, 2026

8 min read

How a Practice Launch Program Actually Helps a Physician Open a DPC Clinic

Cut through the marketing language. Here's a concrete look at what a structured launch program does, what it doesn't do, and where it changes the timeline.

May 11, 2026

8 min read

Why New DPC Practices Fail Without Structured Launch Support

Most failed DPC launches don't fail clinically—they fail operationally. Here's what actually causes new practices to stall in the first 18 months.

May 4, 2026

8 min read

Pediatric DPC: A Straightforward Guide for Pediatricians Considering Membership Medicine

Pediatric DPC has unique advantages—higher visit frequency, family pricing opportunities, and deeply loyal patients. Here's what pediatricians need to know about the model, the math, and the lifestyle.

Apr 30, 2026

11 min read

Why Most Physicians Struggle to Launch a DPC Practice on Their Own

Medicine teaches you to treat patients—not to incorporate an LLC, negotiate a lease, or build an operations stack. Here's an honest look at why solo DPC launches stall.

Apr 27, 2026

8 min read

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