MDVIP

Connecting Patients to Their Physicians When They Need Them The Most

MDVIP was born in 2000 from an idea that started in the minds of forward-thinking primary care doctors who felt the healthcare system was losing its way. They knew there was a better way to practice medicine and provide the level of care and attention their patients deserved.

That idea reignited the passion for medicine in doctor after doctor, year after year. Now, MDVIP is the leader in personalized healthcare with a network of more than 1,000 primary care physicians across the country who care for more than 325,000 patients. We believe:

  • Healthcare should always put the patient first.
  • Medical care is not one-size-fits-all.
  • Doctors should have time to get to know patients beyond their symptoms.
  • Appointments should not come with time limits.
  • In the type of primary care that improves health and lives.
  • In MDVIP.

Whether you are a new patient to our practice or have been with us for years, the MDVIP welcome letter provides helpful
information about our office. We look forward to being part of your medical team!
Welcome Letter

Our MDVIP Providers

 

About MDVIP

From our CEO, a veteran innovator in the healthcare industry; our Medical Directors, physicians themselves; our Legal team, experts on the latest healthcare regulations; to our patient care representatives, who talk about MDVIP every day, we all believe in the MDVIP difference.

Meet the folks who lead our mission to help primary care physicians provide life-changing personalized preventive care so patients can lead healthier and more vibrant lives.

Think about the last wellness checkup you had. How much one-on-one time did you have with the doctor? Did you feel rushed? Did you talk about prevention? Did you leave with a detailed action plan for your health and understand the next steps?

In most annual health screenings and checkups, a nurse takes your vitals, records your medications, and asks a few questions about your medical history. She may also screen you for certain risk factors, such as smoking. Following your physical exam, your doctor may order additional testing and send you on your way with the suggestion that you lose a few pounds or continue taking your vitamins. This is all that time allows.

With more time devoted to less patients, MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices can go beyond basic. Each year your doctor will take you through the MDVIP Wellness Program, which is paid for by your membership fee. You will receive comprehensive, advanced health screenings and diagnostic tests that have been shown to help detect issues earlier but are not typically covered by commercial insurance or Medicare. The results help give a clearer view of your overall health.

You and your doctor will discuss your health test results in detail. You’ll know your numbers and your doctor will help you understand what those numbers mean and how they can be improved. Together, you’ll develop an individualized action plan that will include next steps, how progress will be measured and a time frame for follow up.

Whether you’re managing a chronic illness, have a family history of disease or consider yourself the picture of health, there’s always room for improvement. This is what the MDVIP Wellness Program is all about — identifying and addressing your unique needs so you can focus on living your best.

The MDVIP Wellness Program Measures:

  • Heart Health
  • Bone Health
  • Vision
  • Sexual Health
  • Diabetes
  • Sleep
  • Hearing
  • Weight Management
  • Respiratory Health
  • Nutrition and Fitness
  • Emotional Well-Being

Here are examples of what could be included in your personalized wellness plan:

  • Meal plans, recipes and shopping lists if you’re following a diet that can help prevent or manage diabetes or cholesterol levels;
  • Customized exercise videos tailored to your fitness level if osteoporosis or re-injuring your back is a concern;
  • A nutrition and fitness plan that can actually help you lose weight and finally keep it off.

Even if you’re in the best shape of your life, MDVIP’s Wellness Program can help you maintain good health and avoid some of the problems that come with aging through early detection. In short, the MDVIP Wellness Program is a comprehensive tool to help you and your doctor map out a health plan specific to you. It reflects your test results AND your health goals. Published studies have shown that the MDVIP personalized preventive care approach leads to better health outcomes and can help keep you out of the ER and the hospital.

Other advantages of membership in an MDVIP-affiliated practice include:

For more information about the MDVIP wellness program, call Ninth Street Internal Medicine at (215) 940-9925 today!