Concierge medicine vs. traditional medicine — what’s the real difference?
If you’ve ever left a doctor’s appointment with more questions than answers, you’re not alone. In traditional primary care, physicians often carry patient loads of over 2,000 people. That leaves very little time for each visit—sometimes just 10 to 15 minutes—barely enough to skim through your chart and write a prescription.
Concierge medicine is designed to offer a different kind of experience.
At EMC Ohio, our doctors each care for only a few hundred patients. That smaller panel size allows for longer appointments, faster access, and more meaningful relationships. It’s a model that brings back the kind of personalized attention that’s often missing from modern healthcare.
Here’s how the two approaches compare:
Traditional medicine:
Large patient loads (often 2,000+ per doctor)
Short visits that feel rushed
Long waits for appointments
Harder to reach your doctor directly
Less time for follow-up or deeper conversation
Concierge medicine at EMC Ohio:
Each physician sees a few hundred patients
Appointments are longer and unhurried
Same-day or next-day visits are the norm
You have 24/7 direct access to your doctor
There’s time to listen, ask questions, and follow up thoughtfully
This difference in time and access has real effects. When your doctor has the capacity to truly get to know you, they’re better able to track changes in your health, respond quickly when something feels off, and help you prevent small issues from becoming major ones.
It’s not just about convenience. It’s about better care, stronger communication, and greater peace of mind.
If you’ve been feeling like your current care is too impersonal or too reactive, it may be time to consider a new approach.
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www.emcohio.com/membership