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THE DIRECT DOCTOR: Medicine, Mindset, and Modern Life

Dr. Grace Torres-Hodges, Mike Hodges

Reclaiming the doctor-patient relationship in medicine and life. Written by Dr. Grace Torres-Hodges (@drgracedpm)

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  • Dr. Grace Torres-Hodges

    I am Direct Care physician on a mission -- sharing real talk about our healthcare system while advocating autonomy, free market medicine, and patient choice. Connecting the dots of everyday life.

  • Mike Hodges

    I’ve spent 20+ years helping people and small businesses navigate the confusing world of health insurance. I write to share simple, practical ways to manage risk, cut through jargon, and take back control of healthcare decisions.

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