Dr. Neil Correia left his traditional OB-GYN career in search of something medicine is definitely missing: time, connection, and true preventative care. Now as the founder of Nova Longevity Center, he’s leading a fast-growing movement of doctors rethinking what healthcare should look like—less rushed, less reactive, and more rooted in helping people feel like themselves again, and live not only longer, but healthier. So, whether you’re a provider looking to make a change or just curious about a new approach to medicine, Dr. Neil provides both insight and inspiration. 

Some Key Takeaways from Our Conversation:

• From Burnout to Balance: Exhausted by the demands of hospital life and longing for more time with family, Dr. Correia transitioned into functional and longevity medicine.
• A Different Kind of Visit: Patients come in saying, “I’m not feeling like myself.” His focus: identify subtle root causes before they turn into disease.
• Why Insurance Doesn’t Cut It: Most of his patients have insurance but pay out of pocket for deeper, longer visits. “Insurance is for catastrophes. This is about prevention.”
• Smaller, Smarter Clinics: His goal is to build a network of small, high-impact clinics nationwide—personal, local, and rooted in real relationships.
• The Data That Matters: Regular labs, body composition scans, and aggressive screening drive measurable outcomes.
• Supplements & Compounding—Used Wisely: He vets every recommendation for safety, data, and value—no guesswork.
• Advice to Clinicians: Start small. Do it on the side. Grow with intention. “You don’t have to leap—you just have to begin.”

Dr. Correia isn’t just reimagining the doctor-patient relationship—he’s proving that a better model exists. One where prevention is personalized, medicine is human again, and longevity isn’t about living forever—it’s about living well. His transparency around money, mindset, and patient care serves as an empowering reminder: it is possible to build a practice that prioritizes both people and sustainability.