The Future of Healthcare

At Evergreen Internal Medicine in the village of West Clay, long wait times, short doctor visits, and futile administrative hassles are a thing of the past. Dr. Nick Jenkins strives to create authentic, therapeutic doctor/patient relationships with a Direct Primary Care model. We sat down with Dr. Nick to learn more about him, his practice, and the innovative, subscription-based healthcare he offers.

Q: What is your medical background?
A: I have been a physician for 17 years and have learned a great deal about how to care for people with many different types of illness. As a hospitalist, I provided treatment to thousands, many of them critically ill. I also served as a Core Teaching Faculty for St. Vincent Hospital for six years, teaching medical students, interns and residents. My approach to patient care has always been to try to treat a patient the way I would want to be treated. I believe that meaningful connection between a doctor and patient can have a huge impact on the patient’s outcomes and can be truly rewarding for both parties.

Q: What inspired you to open Evergreen Internal Medicine?
A: What I have found during my career is that the traditional fee-for-service model of medicine forces doctors to see an ever-increasing number of patients, faster and faster. It rewards brevity and leads to a superficial understanding of the patient’s complex needs. I opened Evergreen because I wanted to practice medicine the way it is supposed to be practiced. I opened because I truly value the relationship between a doctor and a patient.  

Q: What is Direct Primary Care and how does it work?
A: Direct Primary Care (DPC), similar to concierge medicine, gives patients access to excellent, high-quality medical care for a simple, transparent, and affordable membership fee. It is more convenient and personalized than traditional fee-for-service healthcare. As a member of Evergreen Internal Medicine, you have direct access to me via text, phone, and email. There are no visit fees. Gone are the days of waiting weeks to get in to see your doctor—I routinely see patients on the same or next day for urgent issues.  

Q: Why is DPC a beneficial healthcare model?
A: This is the only model of healthcare that focuses solely on the relationship between the patient and the doctor. The insurance companies and hospital administrators take a back seat to the patient and their needs. By having a smaller patient panel, DPC doctors can spend more time on each patient, meaning less time waiting around, easier appointment scheduling, and more relaxed visits. I truly get to know each person I care for. At Evergreen Internal Medicine, you are not just a number or a medical condition, you are an individual who deserves personalized, authentic medical care.   

Q: What are some ways you can better treat patients?
A: Health is a journey and not a destination, and what people desire most of all is to have a partner for this journey. As your physician, my job is part guide and part travel companion. As both a physician and a patient myself, I have seen a great deal and can help us to navigate the complexities of the modern medical system. I have helped thousands of patients on their health journey, whether through a cancer diagnosis or heart disease or in their struggle to maintain a healthy weight and lifestyle. I feel privileged to be a doctor.  

Evergreen Internal Medicine is located at 12851 Broad Street, Suite 100 ​in Carmel, Indiana. To learn more about DPC, services and pricing, visit evergreeninternalmedicine.com, call 463-220-3486 and follow @evergreeninternalmedicine on Instagram.