February 12, 2025

Rethinking Healthcare Systems: Dr. Paula Muto on Patient Empowerment & Entrepreneurial Spirit

40 minutes

In this captivating episode of the Direct Care Movement podcast, Dr. Demetrio J. Aguila III welcomes Dr. Paula Muto, a trailblazing vascular and general surgeon from Massachusetts. Together, they explore the dynamic intersection of healthcare transparency and access, delving into Dr. Muto's inspiring journey from a family of physicians to founding Uber Doc, a national platform for direct pay specialty care. Discover the challenges and triumphs of navigating a healthcare system that often prioritizes institutional solutions over patient-centered care. Dr. Menon shares her vision for a future where patients manage their own care, and doctors regain autonomy in their practice. This episode is a must-listen for medical students, residents, and anyone passionate about transforming the healthcare landscape.

00:00 – The Direct Care Movement podcast dives into the intricacies of direct care

00:43 – Dr. Muto is the founder of Uber Doc, a healthcare tech startup

09:05 – You mentioned that your transition in healthcare was prompted by angry letters

12:29 – Less than 30 cents out of every dollar spent on healthcare goes to patients

24:19 – Uber Doc helps patients find a doctor nearby, available, push a button

27:36 – Uber Doc addresses underlying problems in our healthcare system

37:07 – What's one thing you wish you had done when you were younger?

Resources:

Muto Vain Center

https://mutoveincenter.com/paula-muto-md-vascular-surgeon-merrimack-valley/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulamutomd

Connect with Dr. Aguila

https://www.totalpainsolutions.net

https://m25program.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/demetrio-j-aguila-iii-md-ma-facs-37208413/

https://www.facebook.com/TotalPainSolutionsbyHealingHandsofNE/

https://www.instagram.com/totalpainsolutions/

https://www.youtube.com/@TotalPainSolutionsbyHHNE/videos

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