DPC Practice in Louisiana Evolves
Dr. Mandy Crow is a board-certified family practice physician with over 15 years of healthcare experience. After six years practicing in a traditional medical clinic, Dr. Crow opened her own Direct Primary Care (DPC) clinic, aLine Health, in 2019 to offer more personalized healthcare in the Shreveport metro area of Louisiana.
Direct Primary Care lets me care for patients the way I was trained to: by listening, taking time, and offering thoughtful care without rushing. It’s healthcare that puts people first, not paperwork. The traditional healthcare model often forces doctors to rush through appointments just to keep up with insurance billing, but patients deserve better. They want a doctor who’s accessible, who knows their story, and who can guide them through every stage of health. That’s exactly what we’re building here at aLine Health.
Over the past six years, aline Health has grown in many ways covering a broad range of medical needs, including preventative care, chronic disease management, medical weight loss, and support for long-term wellness. For patients managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, or thyroid disorders, this model provides the consistent follow-up and coaching needed to stay well, often reducing the need for emergency room visits or expensive specialist referrals.
Additionally, while the DPC clinic remains a top priority and continues to grow, Dr. Crow’s focus has recently shifted to a deeper understanding of brain health. Witnessing the devastating effects of dementia in her own family and on patients, caregivers, and communities, Dr. Crow is excited to open a virtual clinic focused on the prevention of dementia and optimizing metabolic health.
This clinic will combine her expertise in primary care and metabolic health with the latest tools and research on lowering the risk of dementia, providing comprehensive assessments for those interested in a proactive approach to brain health.
It is inspiring to see how the DPC model can evolve to offer services which encompass a wide range of patient needs.
