Clear Health Medical in Clinton Township, Michigan, under the leadership of Dr. Tom Rountree DO, is driving a shift in healthcare with its patient-centric approach through the Direct Primary Care (DPC) model.

I established this clinic to address all my patient’s concerns from my previous insurance-based practice. This membership model is akin to subscription services, eliminating copays or hidden fees. Clear Health Medical bypasses all interference from insurance, giving patients the medical freedom they deserve.

Dr. Rountree focuses on holistic healthcare. Clear Health Medical combines Direct Primary Care with Lifestyle Medicine, using a coaching approach that promotes lifestyle changes before medications. The six pillars of lifestyle medicine—mindfulness, whole plant-based nutrition, enjoyable exercise, restorative sleep, positive social connection, and avoidance of toxic substances—are integrated into the clinic’s approach to patient care.

I use a coaching approach that avoids shaming and helps to create a meaningful relationship. Mindfulness, whole plant-based nutrition, enjoyable exercise, restorative sleep, positive social connection, and avoidance of toxic substances are the six pillars of lifestyle medicine. I have used these to help get some of my patients off of their medications.