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9 Years
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Your Trusted Direct Primary Care Provider in Florence, KY
Health Connections DPC is a patient-centered direct primary care practice founded in 2017 by Dr. Cynthia Villacis. Our practice prioritizes personalized, accessible healthcare through longer visits, direct communication with physicians, and a focus on whole-person wellness. With over two decades of experience in family medicine, Dr. Villacis specializes in chronic disease management, lifestyle medicine, and mental health, offering tailored solutions for adults navigating life transitions. Our bilingual (English/Spanish) team provides inclusive care for diverse communities, including immigrants and LGBTQ+ individuals, with a commitment to eliminating healthcare disparities.We emphasize root-cause analysis over quick fixes, supporting patients in managing conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and obesity through evidence-based lifestyle interventions. As a designated civil surgeon, we also offer USCIS immigration medical exams with expedited scheduling and transparent pricing. Our membership model removes insurance barriers, ensuring affordable access to comprehensive primary care services, including discounted labs, vaccines, and telehealth consultations. By fostering long-term doctor-patient relationships, we aim to transform healthcare experiences for adults seeking compassionate, judgment-free medical support.
Services
Primary Care
Immigration Exams
Chronic Disease Management
Lifestyle Medicine
Mental Health
Telehealth Visits
Lab Testing
Vaccinations
Weight Management
Women's Health
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- Direct messaging access to board-certified physicians
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) care for diverse communities
- Personalized chronic disease management plans
- Transparent membership pricing with no insurance hassles
- USCIS-designated civil surgeon for immigration exams
Associations and certifications
- Board Certified in Family Medicine
- Board Certified in Lifestyle Medicine
- Board Certified in Addiction Medicine
What people say
Unsurpassed medical knowledge
Never rushes patients
Top-notch primary care
Bilingual staff excellence
Expedited immigration exams
Services
Primary Care
Our comprehensive primary care services provide continuous medical support for adults through personalized treatment plans. We focus on preventive care, chronic condition management, and acute illness treatment with extended appointment times that allow thorough patient-doctor discussions. Patients benefit from direct communication channels with physicians and discounted rates on ancillary services like lab work and vaccinations.
Immigration Exams
We offer complete USCIS immigration medical examinations performed by designated civil surgeon Dr. Cynthia Villacis. This service includes required lab testing, vaccine administration, and accurate I-693 form completion with expedited turnaround times. Our bilingual staff ensures clear communication throughout the process for Spanish-speaking patients.
Chronic Disease Management
Specialized programs address diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and other chronic conditions through individualized lifestyle interventions. Our approach combines medical expertise with ongoing patient education and behavioral support to achieve sustainable health improvements while minimizing pharmaceutical dependence.
Lifestyle Medicine
Evidence-based lifestyle modification plans target nutrition, physical activity, sleep quality, and stress management. These programs emphasize root-cause resolution of metabolic issues rather than symptom management, with personalized guidance from our board-certified lifestyle medicine physician.
Mental Health
Integrated mental health services address anxiety, depression, and stress-related conditions through counseling and medication management when appropriate. Our holistic approach considers biological, psychological, and social factors affecting mental wellness.
People
Dr. Cynthia Villacis
Founder & Physician
Board-certified family physician with 20+ years experience, specializing in lifestyle medicine and addiction medicine. Completed residency in 2002 and operates as a designated USCIS civil surgeon. Developed expertise in chronic disease management through direct patient care.
Gisselle
Medical Assistant
Bilingual medical assistant and office manager with associates degree in business. Provides cultural bridge for Spanish-speaking patients and manages practice operations. Joined practice in 2023 after initial 2017 employment.
Estefana
Medical Assistant
Bilingual patient care coordinator from Mexico with Zumba instruction background. Supports Latino patients through language and cultural understanding while pursuing medical career advancement.
Questions
What is Direct Primary Care (DPC)?
DPC is a membership-based model providing unlimited access to primary care physicians without insurance involvement. Your monthly fee covers office visits, basic testing, and direct communication with doctors.
Do you accept insurance?
We do not bill insurance directly. Patients receive itemized receipts for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Many maintain basic insurance plans for specialist care and emergencies.
Can non-members schedule immigration exams?
Yes, our USCIS I-693 exams are available to non-members without ongoing doctor-patient relationships. The exam includes required lab work and form completion services.
What chronic conditions do you treat?
We specialize in diabetes, hypertension, obesity, anxiety, and menopause management using personalized lifestyle interventions combined with conventional medical treatments.
Are telehealth visits available?
All membership plans include video visit access for convenient remote consultations while maintaining the same high standard of personalized care.
Do you offer family discounts?
Yes, family memberships provide discounted rates for multiple family members with combined billing and coordinated care management for household medical needs.
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Reviews (7)
Plan Noplan
Oct 31, 2021
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Went there for my immigration exam (I-693) I had good experience, she's very kind. She told me what I need to do step by step. I recommend
Preeti Bansal Kshirsagar
Jan 13, 2021
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Had a wonderful experience with Dr Cynthia Villacis. She has a warm personality and is sensitive to individual health needs. I highly recommend working with her if you want a doctor who will take the time to provide the right care for you.
Shawn Bullock
Oct 14, 2020
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Dr. Villacis is very friendly and caring about her patients and I LOVE that I can actually see my doctor at the time of my appointment instead of being called back and sitting in a room waiting another 10 minutes or so. She takes the time to truly get to know me as a person and doesn't just try "to shove pills down my throat." She explains a prognosis well and covers multiple treatment options if they are available. You can't go wrong using Health Connections Direct Primary Care!
Cyndi Grammel
Oct 05, 2020
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Dr Villacis is the best Doc I have seen in the past 63 years! She takes the time to discuss all your health conditions, and ease any fears you have about your health. She even came to visit me when I was admitted to the hospital for on-set AFib. I would recommend her to anyone.
Kc Writesel
Sep 19, 2020
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I was a 24 year old that had went without insurance/consistent medical treatment for about 3 years before I met Dr. Villacis. I had some serious issues that were starting to pile up on me. I was in need of immediate help and I wasnt sure where to turn. Im so blessed that I found her and for the services that she offers. She took the time to actually listen to my concerns and learn my history. She is so comforting; knowledgeable; and never makes me feel rushed. I like the monthly appointments we have and the fact that Im able to message her at any time through the Spruce app. with any concerns
Dee Kizer
Sep 13, 2020
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Dr Villacis is so amazing! She spends so much time with you in the office, I have never felt rushed. She's also very responsive to messages thru her app! She's willing to work with you on everything and she understands that money is an issue for a lot of us so she does her best to find affordable options. I recommend her 100%!
Astha Adhikari
Sep 04, 2020
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Dr Cynthia Villacis is very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. She walked me through all the tests and paper work that was needed for me. Also, it was very easy to reschedule my follow up with her. She is simply the best in what she does. I highly recommend her.
