Dr. Glynn has been passionate about this philosophy since before she went to medical school, while she was delivering care to the elderly and those with disabilities in medical homes and hospital settings. With insurance deductibles and premiums growing ever more expensive, patients avoid going to the doctor when they need it most. Direct primary care, in which a patient pays a monthly fee in exchange for comprehensive services, encourages a close relationship between doctor and patient. The goal is prevention and optimization of health, rather than treating disease.