Endocrinology: What We Should All Know About Our Hormones?
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Dr. Arti Thangudu shares her inspiring journey into direct primary care, highlighting the need for a healthcare system that truly prioritizes both patients and physicians. She pulls back the curtain on the challenges of traditional healthcare, from insurance complexities to limited doctor-patient interaction, and explains how direct primary care offers a refreshing alternative—one that provides better access, price transparency, and a stronger doctor-patient connection.
With her expertise in endocrinology, Dr. Thangudu sheds light on common hormonal issues, the most frequent concerns she addresses, and the treatments that make a real difference in patients' lives. She also dives into the financial side of healthcare, empowering both patients and physicians to take control of their medical decisions.
Takeaways
Direct primary care provides better access and price transparency for patients.
Building strong doctor-patient relationships is crucial for effective healthcare.
Understanding the financial aspects of healthcare is important for physicians and patients.
Endocrinology encompasses a wide range of hormonal conditions, including diabetes, thyroid disease, menopause, and adrenal and pituitary diseases.
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Dr. Arti Thangudu is a triple board-certified Endocrinologist specializing in diabetes, obesity, and metabolic health. She founded Complete Medicine, a direct specialty care clinic offering expert, relationship-based care with clear pricing, and HeyHealthy, a company helping businesses lower healthcare costs by improving employee health.
Passionate about patient-centered care, she integrates medical expertise with lifestyle optimization, focusing on nutrition, exercise, sleep, and stress management. She educates and empowers women via social media, providing insights on diabetes, hormonal health, and navigating healthcare.
Dr. Thangudu earned her MD from UT Health San Antonio, training at Baylor, Tulane, and UPMC. Board-certified in Internal Medicine, Endocrinology, and Lifestyle Medicine, she’s transforming endocrine care. A wife to an ICU physician and mother of two, she’s committed to making healthcare more effective, accessible, and transparent.
