Our Philosophy
At Fishtown Medicine, we are a primary care practice built on a simple belief: your health should make sense.
Healing starts with being heard.
We don’t believe in rushing you through a standardized checklist. Instead, we start by listening closely to your story, seeking to understand what you’ve been through, and giving you the time and attention that most people have unfortunately stopped expecting from healthcare.
Here is exactly how our approach differs from the traditional medical system:
Feature | Traditional Primary Care | Fishtown Medicine |
Visit Length | Short, rushed, checklist-driven. | Longer, thoughtful, conversational. |
Communication | Hard to reach; often requires appointments. | Direct access; easy messaging/texting. |
Focus | Reactive: Treats sickness after it happens. | Proactive: Identifies early signals to prevent illness. |
Data Use | Basic labs and immediate symptoms. | Genetics, continuous data, and long-term trends. |
Relationship | Doctor dictates; patient follows. | Collaborative partnership; trauma-informed. |
Scope | Focuses mostly on clinical symptoms. | Includes sleep, stress, routine, and lifestyle. |
1. Primary care that actually feels personal
We offer longer visits, ask thoughtful questions, and hold space for you to explain what’s truly been going on. We are here to connect the dots, not just process a transaction.
2. Direct access, as easy as sending a text
You shouldn't have to wait weeks for simple answers. With us, you can message your physician directly to get timely guidance. We keep your care moving forward so you aren't left worrying in the gaps.
3. One doctor who navigates everything with you
No more bouncing between offices or deciphering specialist notes alone. We act as your central hub, helping you interpret recommendations, prepare questions for specialists, and folding everything back into one clear, unified plan.
4. Truly comprehensive care
We look at the whole picture. This means reviewing old records, labs, imaging, prescriptions, and supplements, but also the things often ignored: sleep, stress, nutrition, movement, and your daily routines. We ensure nothing gets missed.
5. Integrated, data-informed medicine
We go beyond basic annual labs. We utilize continuous data, advanced testing, genetics, and long-term pattern recognition to understand your unique biological picture.
6. Proactive instead of reactive
Most systems wait for disease to strike. We look for early signals: metabolic changes, hormonal shifts, recovery metrics, and stress levels, so you can act years earlier and feel better now.
7. A long-term partnership
Whether your goals are immediate symptom relief, better daily energy, or long-range longevity, we build a plan that fits your life. As your life changes, we adjust the plan together.
8. Trauma-informed and relationship-centered
Our care is grounded in safety, choice, and collaboration. You are never just a patient being told what to do; you are an active partner in every decision we make.