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Direct Primary Care in Fort Myers, FL
Gulf Coast Direct Primary Care was founded to provide affordable, convenient, and high-quality medical care to patients in Southwest Florida. Our Direct Primary Care (DPC) model eliminates third-party payers like insurance companies, allowing physicians to focus on delivering personalized healthcare at predictable costs. We offer one low monthly membership fee that includes virtually unlimited office visits, same-day appointments, 30-minute face-to-face consultations, and direct communication with your physician via phone, email, or text. Our services emphasize preventive care, chronic disease management, and coordinated specialist referrals while maintaining transparency in pricing.With over 20 years of experience in family medicine, our lead physician combines evidence-based practices with a commitment to reducing unnecessary healthcare expenses. We prioritize patient advocacy, streamlined access to care, and integrated health solutions tailored to individual needs. Our practice serves patients without insurance and those seeking alternatives to traditional healthcare models, ensuring accessibility through discounted lab rates and flexible scheduling. We operate with full transparency, no hidden fees, and a focus on long-term patient wellness.
Services
Direct Primary Care
Chronic Disease Management
Mental Health Services
Preventive Care
Specialist Coordination
Lab Testing
Immigration Physicals
Acute Care
Family Medicine
Telehealth Consultations
Highlights and features
- We offer a transparent monthly membership with no copays or hidden fees.
- Our physicians provide 30-minute face-to-face consultations without interruptions.
- We coordinate discounted lab and radiology services for all patients.
- Our practice emphasizes preventive care to reduce long-term healthcare costs.
- Patients receive direct communication access to physicians via phone, text, and email.
Services
Direct Primary Care
Our Direct Primary Care model provides personalized medical services through a transparent monthly membership. Patients receive unlimited office visits, same-day appointments, and direct communication with physicians via phone, text, or email. This approach eliminates insurance bureaucracy while maintaining affordable access to essential healthcare services.
Chronic Disease Management
We specialize in managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and asthma through regular monitoring and personalized treatment plans. Our membership model includes follow-up visits and discounted lab tests to ensure effective long-term management of chronic illnesses at reduced costs.
Mental Health Services
Our mental health specialist provides individual and family therapy sessions using evidence-based approaches. Services include cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma treatment, and mental health evaluations, with discounted rates for members and flexible payment options for non-members.
Preventive Care
We emphasize preventive strategies through comprehensive screenings, lifestyle counseling, and early intervention programs. Our preventive care services include cancer screenings, immunizations, and personalized health risk assessments to maintain long-term wellness and reduce disease progression.
Specialist Coordination
When specialist care is needed, we coordinate referrals to qualified providers and manage follow-up care. Our network includes professionals offering discounted cash pricing for patients without insurance, ensuring seamless transitions between primary and specialized medical services.
People
Rebekah Bernard, MD
Family Physician
Board-certified family physician with over 20 years of experience. Graduated from University of Miami School of Medicine and Florida Hospital residency. Author of 'How to Be a Rock Star Doctor' and former medical school professor.
Cynthia Davey, PhD
Mental Health Specialist
Licensed mental health counselor with 20+ years of experience in treating complex mental health disorders. Specializes in multi-systemic therapy approaches and forensic psychology evaluations for court proceedings and dependency cases.
Lilian Gequelin
Office Manager
Manages daily operations and patient coordination at Gulf Coast Direct Primary Care, ensuring efficient service delivery and patient satisfaction.
Questions
What is Direct Primary Care (DPC)?
DPC connects patients directly with physicians through a monthly membership, eliminating insurance intermediaries to provide affordable, accessible primary care.
Do I still need health insurance with DPC?
Yes, we recommend a high-deductible health plan for catastrophic coverage like hospitalizations or surgeries.
What services are included in the membership?
Unlimited office visits, same-day appointments, 30-minute consultations, phone/email access, and discounted labs/medications.
Can Medicare patients join?
Yes, Dr. Bernard is opted-out of Medicare but can privately contract with Medicare-eligible patients.
Are mental health services available?
Yes, we offer psychotherapy sessions with our mental health specialist at member and non-member rates.
Do you provide immigration physicals?
Yes, we offer USCIS-certified immigration physicals for $300 plus required vaccines.
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Reviews (6)
Ron Rooks
Dec 31, 2020
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The first time I met Dr. Bennard she came our into the reception room and offered to make coffee for us. She was very patient and sympathetic to our daughters situation. I can not rate her and her staff high enough.
Kathy Kershner
Nov 07, 2020
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We love Dr. Bernard! When we moved to Estero in 2017, our main concern was finding a great doctor for the both of us. We had been with our other doc for so many years, how could anyone else be as good? Well, we have been so pleased with GCDPC, Dr. Bernard, and her assistant, Lily! We feel very comfortable being more than just the 35th person a doctor has seen that day. Dr. Bernard takes her time, listens, and is so practical. When the Covid-19 Pandemic was in the early stages and confusion was everywhere, Dr. Bernard sent emails with plain language and practical advice. We value Gulf Coast Direct
Garrette Parsons
Jun 11, 2020
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Dr.Bernard is amazing! I had a really difficult time finding a doctor who listened and cared. She does that and more! I truly feel like all of my concerns are heard and that she cares about my well being as much as I do. I can literally not say enough good words about her.
Toni Muzzonigro
Jan 16, 2020
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Dr. Bernard has been taking care of some of my family in SW Florida for quite some time now. They are ecstatic with the care they have received at Gulf Coast Direct Primary Care- it is timely, effective, compassionate and cost-effective. The direct primary care model works for many different types of patients! For a low monthly fee in addition to insurance premiums, insured patients finally have primary care that is available and accessible when they most need it. This means no waiting two or three weeks for an appointment when you are sick today. In this regard, there will hardly be a need for
Maria Montes
Dec 13, 2019
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My husband and I LOVE Dr Bernard and Lilly!!! Dr. Bernard is so down to earth and such a caring doctor!!! She is the best doctor!!! We are so blessed to have found her!!! Lilly is so friendly also and so helpful with your appointments!!! They make us feel like FAMILY!!!
Shanelle Rae
Nov 23, 2019
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I dont normally do reviews, but I felt like people need to know how wonderful this doctors surgery is. Great visit from start to finish. I have a huge phobia of needles and Dr. Bernard made me feel at ease about a needle and blood tests for the first time in 10 years! Short wait, and easy appointment!
