I didn't set out to build Youth Inc. because I wanted to create just another clinic or another version of the same healthcare system that has left so many of us feeling drained and disregarded. I started this journey because I witnessed firsthand how fundamentally disconnected the system had become from the very people it was built to serve. During my time working within the walls of a traditional hospital setting, I watched a parade of patients move through their appointments like items on a high-speed conveyor belt. They were processed, coded, and moved along, often without ever having the chance to feel fully heard or even truly seen as a human being with a story.
Later, my transition into the world of finance offered a different but equally sobering perspective. I began to see the cold, hard numbers behind the clinical interactions. I realized that a shocking amount of modern medicine is not actually driven by patient outcomes or the desire to heal, but rather by complex billing structures, insurance reimbursement tiers, and the relentless pursuit of volume. The doctor-patient relationship had been hijacked by a third party—the insurance company—that prioritized the bottom line over the beating heart in the room. This intersection of clinical frustration and financial insight became the catalyst for something entirely different. It led me to build Youth Inc., a sanctuary where the person sitting across from me is the only priority that matters.
Direct Primary Care, or DPC, is not merely a business model to us; it is a profound and necessary shift in the architecture of care. It is an intentional decision to walk away from the noise and the red tape so that we can focus on the things that truly move the needle for your health. By removing the insurance middleman, we have reclaimed the ability to slow down, to listen with intent, and to build the kind of authentic relationships that allow for deep, transformative healing. This is about your health, your personal goals, and your long-term wellbeing, managed with a level of attention that the traditional system simply cannot afford to give.
When you step into a traditional medical practice today, you are entering a system designed for speed and checkboxes. The average primary care visit in the United States lasts somewhere between seven and fifteen minutes. In that tiny window of time, a provider is expected to review your history, address your current symptoms, perform a physical exam, and navigate a complex electronic health record that is primarily designed to satisfy insurance billing requirements. It is a recipe for burnout for the doctor and a recipe for neglect for the patient. You may have experienced that sinking feeling of being cut off mid-sentence or realizing as you walk to your car that you never even got to mention the thing that was actually bothering you the most.
At Youth Inc., we have fundamentally rejected that pace. One of the most immediate differences you will feel when you join our community is the sheer abundance of time. Our appointments are not squeezed into ten-minute slots; instead, they typically run between thirty and sixty minutes. If your situation is complex or if you simply have a lot on your mind, we take the time that is necessary. We do not have a waiting room full of twenty other people breathing down our necks. This extra time is not just a luxury; it is the very foundation of high-quality medicine. It allows us to dig into the nuances of your health history, your daily lifestyle, your stress levels, and your sleep patterns. We look for the small, seemingly insignificant details that often hold the key to understanding a larger health issue. This creates a space for real, human conversation where you are never rushed, never dismissed, and never just a "case" to be solved.
Beyond the clinical accuracy that extra time provides, there is an emotional component that cannot be overstated. When a provider truly listens to you, a sense of trust begins to form. In the traditional model, the relationship is often transactional—you give a symptom, they give a pill. At Youth Inc., the relationship is collaborative. We are partners in your journey. This trust allows for better decision-making and the creation of care plans that actually fit your life because we took the time to understand what your life actually looks like.
If we were to look at the traditional healthcare experience side-by-side with what we have built at Youth Inc., the contrasts are staggering. In the conventional insurance-based world, the "wait to be seen" is often measured in weeks or even months for a routine check-up. This delay creates a culture of reactive medicine, where you only seek help when a problem has become too large to ignore. Conversely, at Youth Inc., we prioritize availability, offering same-week or even next-day scheduling. We believe that if you are concerned about your health today, you should be heard today. This responsiveness changes the way you interact with your body; you no longer feel like you have to "wait and see" if a symptom gets worse before it's worth the hassle of an appointment.
Access to your provider is another area where the traditional model fails the modern patient. Most people are accustomed to a labyrinth of call centers, patient portals that feel like black holes, and long holds on the phone just to leave a message for a nurse who might call you back in forty-eight hours. We have removed every one of those barriers. At Youth Inc., you have direct access to your provider through messaging, phone, or virtual visits. You are not a number in a queue; you are a person with a direct line to your healthcare advocate. This means that if you have a quick question about a new supplement or a concern about a side effect, you get an answer quickly from someone who actually knows your name and your history.
The focus of the visit itself undergoes a radical transformation in the DPC model. In an insurance-based clinic, the provider is often distracted by the need to document specific "billing codes" to ensure the office gets paid. This forces the visit to be narrow and symptom-focused. At Youth Inc., we dive into root-cause investigation and whole-person care. We aren't just looking at the headache you have today; we are looking at your hydration, your posture, your metabolic health, and your inflammatory markers to understand why the headache is happening in the first place. We have moved from a model of "symptom management" to one of "optimization and longevity."
One of the most persistent stressors in American life is the total lack of transparency in healthcare costs. You might go to the doctor for a "covered" wellness visit, only to receive a bill for hundreds of dollars weeks later because the conversation veered into a "diagnostic" territory that your insurance company didn't like. This creates a profound sense of anxiety and keeps people from seeking the care they need. We believe that you shouldn't need a degree in medical billing to understand what your healthcare costs.
We have simplified the entire financial equation into one clear, flat membership fee of $165 per month. Within that membership, the traditional headaches of copays, deductibles, and surprise bills simply do not exist. You know exactly what you are paying, and you know exactly what you are getting in return. This membership covers unlimited visits, whether you prefer to see us in person or connect through a screen. It includes that direct messaging access we talked about and the extended appointment times that ensure you are always heard. It covers both the proactive, preventive care that keeps you healthy and the management of chronic conditions that require steady, ongoing oversight. Furthermore, when the unexpected happens, your urgent care needs are met without the stress of an extra bill or a trip to a crowded emergency room.
This model also allows us to leverage our position to save you money in other areas. Because we don't work for insurance companies, we can work directly with labs and wholesalers to provide you with wholesale pricing on blood work and medications. For many of our members, the savings on their monthly prescriptions or annual labs alone can cover a significant portion of their membership fee. We also provide seamless referrals to specialists and imaging centers, staying by your side to coordinate that care so you never feel like you’re being tossed into another confusing system alone. When you remove the financial guesswork, you are free to focus on what matters: getting well and staying well.
My academic background in molecular biology has deeply influenced the way we practice medicine at Youth Inc. I don't see the human body as a collection of separate organs that occasionally malfunction; I see it as a breathtakingly complex system of interconnected pathways, cellular signals, and metabolic processes. We are living in a remarkable era where our understanding of aging and cellular health is exploding. We now know that the "inevitable" decline of aging is often driven by processes we can actually influence—if we have the right data and the time to act on it.
Traditional medicine is fundamentally reactive, meaning it waits for a system to break before it attempts a repair. At Youth Inc., we use the lens of longevity and molecular health to be proactive. We want to identify the whispers of dysfunction before they become the screams of disease. This is why we place such a heavy emphasis on comprehensive screening and root-cause analysis. We look at markers of inflammation, insulin sensitivity, and hormonal balance that a standard physical might ignore. We want to know how your body is functioning at a foundational level so that we can optimize your vitality for the decades to come.
This approach is particularly evident in our Longevity Testing Kits. We empower you with personalized insights that go far beyond "normal" lab ranges. We aren't looking for you to be "not sick"; we are looking for you to be thriving. By detecting potential issues early and understanding your unique biological blueprint, we can tailor your nutrition, movement, and supplementation to support a longer, healthier, and more energetic life. We translate complex science into plain language and actionable steps so that you feel empowered rather than overwhelmed.
Beyond the science and the savings, there is the simple matter of convenience. We know that your time is your most precious resource. The traditional healthcare system treats the patient’s time as if it has no value, forcing you to rearrange your entire life for a fleeting moment with a provider. We believe that healthcare should be a supportive part of your life, not a disruption to it. This is why we have designed every aspect of Youth Inc. to be as responsive and approachable as possible.
When you have a question, you should be able to ask it. When you have a concern, you should be able to address it. This level of accessibility changes the way people behave. Our members stop putting off the "small" things because the barrier to entry is gone. They become more engaged, more curious, and more proactive. This leads to a profound shift in health outcomes because problems are caught early, and wellness is maintained consistently.
Everything we do is built around the core belief that you deserve more from your healthcare experience. You deserve a provider who knows your name, understands your history, and has the time to actually care for you. You deserve a system that is transparent, affordable, and focused on your long-term success. If you have ever felt like a number, or if you are tired of the "seven-minute shuffle" of insurance-based care, I invite you to experience a different way. At Youth Inc., we are not just reimagining healthcare; we are restoring it to what it was always meant to be: a personal, empathetic, and life-changing relationship.
I would love to be the partner you’ve been looking for on your journey toward health and longevity. Would you like me to walk you through the simple steps of setting up your first "deep-dive" discovery visit so we can start building your personalized health roadmap together? If so, contact my team and I at Youth,inc today to experience a new type of healthcare. I look forward to personalizing your healthcare experience together.
I did not build Youth Inc. because I thought the current healthcare landscape needed a few minor adjustments or a slightly better coat of paint. I built it because I reached a point where I realized the system didn't just need to be improved. It needed to be completely redesigned from the ground up. For most of us, healthcare has transitioned from a service we rely on into something we merely tolerate. It has become a gauntlet of logistical hurdles, administrative red tape, and transactional interactions that leave us feeling more like a line item on a spreadsheet than a human being in need of care.
We have all felt that specific type of exhaustion that comes with the traditional model. You spend weeks waiting for an open slot, take precious time off work, and sit in a sterile waiting room surrounded by outdated magazines, only to be ushered into an exam room for a visit that feels like it’s over before it even began. You can practically feel the clock ticking on the wall, working against you. You have a list of concerns, but you find yourself editing them down in your head, terrified of being "that patient" who takes up too much time or throws the doctor off their grueling schedule. You leave with a prescription or a referral, but rarely with a sense of peace or clarity.
I have sat on both sides of that desk. I have been inside the system as a provider, and I have listened to the quiet frustrations of patients who have survived it. What I’ve come to understand is a hard but necessary truth: it isn’t that the people providing the care don’t want to help. Most of them went into medicine for the right reasons. It’s that the insurance-driven system they work within simply does not allow them to care in the way they imagined they would. Direct Primary Care (DPC) is my way of reclaiming that lost humanity. It is a model designed to put the power back into the hands of the patient and the provider, creating a sanctuary where your health is the only metric that matters.
To understand why Direct Primary Care is so transformative, we have to look closely at the mechanics of a typical healthcare encounter. In the traditional, insurance-based world, the "game" is volume. Because reimbursement rates are often low and administrative overhead is high, a standard clinic has to see twenty-five to thirty patients a day just to keep the lights on. This leads to the "seven-minute shuffle," where the focus is naturally on the most immediate, loudest symptom. If you come in feeling "off", with low energy, poor sleep, a bit of unexplained weight gain it is common for a traditional provider to look for the most obvious red flags. If your basic blood work comes back in the "normal" range, the conversation often ends there. You are told you’re fine, even though you don’t feel fine.
At Youth Inc., we have replaced that frantic pace with an intentional, deep-dive approach. When you come to see us, we don't start by looking at the clock; we start by looking at you. Our appointments are not scheduled in ten-minute increments; they are thirty to sixty minutes long, or even longer if the situation demands it. This allows us to move past the superficial highlights and get into the "why" of your health. We have the luxury of talking through your stress levels at work, the quality of your relationships, your nutritional habits, and the subtle patterns in your history that you might have skipped in a rushed environment.
This difference in time changes the clinical outcome more than most people realize. In a short visit, a provider might see a slightly elevated blood pressure reading and immediately reach for a prescription pad. In a hour-long DPC visit, we might discover that your blood pressure is only high because you’re chronically underslept and over-caffeinated due to a temporary project at work. By having the time to ask better questions, we can often avoid unnecessary medications and instead build a plan that addresses the root cause of the issue. We aren't just managing your symptoms; we are seeking to understand the totality of who you are.
When we compare the traditional model to the Direct Primary Care model at Youth Inc., the differences are not just subtle—they are foundational. In a standard practice, you are often a stranger to your doctor, one of thousands in a "panel" of patients. At Youth Inc., we deliberately keep our patient panels small so that we can maintain a personal, collaborative relationship with every single person who walks through our doors. This shift from a transactional encounter to a partnership is the heartbeat of what we do.
In the traditional world, access to your doctor is often guarded by a fortress of administrative barriers. If you have a question a few days after your visit, you have to call a main office line, navigate a complex automated menu, and eventually leave a message for a medical assistant who may or may not get back to you by the end of the next business day. By the time you get an answer, it’s often a one-sentence relay from someone who wasn't even in the room with you during your exam.
At Youth Inc., we have removed the middleman entirely. Our members have direct access to their provider through messaging, phone, or virtual visits. This means the conversation doesn't end when you leave the office. If you wake up with a concern, or if a treatment isn't working the way we hoped, you can reach out directly. This level of continuity prevents small issues from snowballing into emergencies and creates a sense of psychological safety that is almost entirely absent in modern medicine. You are not starting over every time you have a problem; you are continuing a dialogue with a partner who already knows your story.
The focus of a visit in an insurance-based clinic is, by necessity, retrospective and reactive. The system is set up to document what has already gone wrong so that it can be billed correctly. At Youth Inc., our focus is proactive and investigative. Because we aren't restricted by what an insurance company deems "medically necessary" for a basic check-up, we can look deeper.
We utilize my background in molecular biology to explore health at a cellular level. We look at metabolic markers, inflammatory triggers, and hormonal balances that standard physicals often ignore. We are interested in your longevity—not just how many years you live, but the quality of those years. We want to know how your body is functioning today so we can prevent the chronic issues of tomorrow. This is the difference between "sick care" and true "health care." We are moving away from the "find it and fix it" mentality toward a "detect it and prevent it" philosophy.
Perhaps the most stressful part of the traditional healthcare experience is the total lack of financial transparency. You go to the doctor, pay your copay, and then wait for weeks—sometimes months—to see what the "real" bill will be. You might receive a confusing statement from your insurance company saying a service wasn't covered, or a bill from a laboratory you didn't even know was involved. This uncertainty creates a significant barrier to care; many people avoid follow-up visits or preventative screenings simply because they are afraid of what it might cost them later.
Direct Primary Care solves this by simplifying the entire financial relationship into one flat, predictable monthly membership of $165. There are no copays, no deductibles, and absolutely no surprise bills arriving in your mailbox. When you remove the financial friction from the doctor-patient relationship, something beautiful happens: you start using your healthcare more effectively. You don't hesitate to ask a question or schedule a follow-up because you already know it’s covered.
This membership is designed to be all-encompassing for your primary care needs. It includes unlimited visits, whether you prefer to come into our Reno office or connect virtually from your home. it includes the direct messaging and extended appointment times we’ve discussed, as well as urgent care visits, preventative wellness planning, and the ongoing management of chronic conditions like thyroid issues or high blood pressure. Furthermore, we leverage our position to provide you with wholesale pricing on labs and medications. In many cases, the savings our members see on their routine blood work or monthly prescriptions are so significant that they offset a large portion of the membership fee itself. We believe that clarity in pricing leads to clarity in health.
At its core, Youth Inc. is built on a different philosophical foundation than the local "express care" or the massive hospital-owned clinics. We believe that your health is your most valuable asset, and it deserves more than a "one size fits all" approach. This is where the science of longevity becomes personal. We aren't just looking at the broad averages of the population; we are looking at your unique biological blueprint.
We live in an era where we have more information than ever about how metabolic pathways, oxidative stress, and hormonal health influence the aging process. However, in the traditional system, this information rarely makes it into the exam room because there simply isn't time to discuss it. At Youth Inc., we make it a priority. We take complex scientific concepts and translate them into actionable, practical steps for your daily life. We help you understand the "why" behind our recommendations—whether it's an adjustment to your nutrition, a specific supplement, or a change in your movement routine.
Our Longevity Testing Kits are a prime example of this commitment. These aren't your standard labs; they are deep dives into the markers that actually predict long-term health and vitality. By identifying early imbalances in things like insulin sensitivity or inflammatory markers, we can intervene years before a "disease" would have ever been diagnosed by a traditional doctor. We are giving you the tools to take control of your aging process rather than just being a passive observer of it.
While the DPC model is beneficial for everyone, there are certain people who find it life-changing. If you are someone living with a chronic condition, you know that your health isn't a "once a year" event. You need someone who is willing to make regular adjustments, monitor your progress closely, and be available when things feel off. In our model, those touchpoints are encouraged, not discouraged by extra costs.
If you are a proactive individual; perhaps an athlete, a busy professional, or someone who is simply aging and wants to maintain their peak performance. The DPC model gives you the space to optimize. You don't have to wait until you're "sick" to see us. We are here to help you feel even better than you do today. We are here to help you fine-tune your energy, your sleep, and your mental clarity.
And for the busy parents in the Reno area, the convenience of our model is a game-changer. Being able to get a same-day appointment for an ear infection or send a quick message about a strange rash saves you hours of stress and time in an urgent care waiting room. It gives you back your time and provides the peace of mind that comes with knowing your family has a dedicated advocate in their corner.
I built Youth Inc. because I believe that you deserve to be treated with dignity, respect, and deep curiosity. You deserve a healthcare provider who isn't looking at their watch while you’re speaking. You deserve a system that is transparent, affordable, and focused on your long-term success rather than its own administrative requirements.
Direct Primary Care isn't about replacing every single aspect of the medical world—we still value our specialist colleagues and the hospitals when they are needed. It’s about creating a better foundation. It’s about making sure that the most important part of your healthcare—your primary relationship with your provider—is consistent, accessible, and deeply personal.
For $165 a month, you aren't just buying medical services. You are investing in a partnership. You are choosing a model that values your time, respects your intelligence, and honors the complexity of your body. You are choosing to be heard. At Youth Inc., we aren't just providing healthcare; we are redefining what it feels like to be cared for.
If you have ever left a doctor’s office feeling like you were just another number in a queue, I want you to know that there is a better way. You are not asking for too much; you are simply asking for the kind of care that was always meant to be at the heart of medicine. We are here to provide exactly that. Reach out to us at Youth inc. today to connect with my team and I to create your personal healthcare journey together.
