Agape Direct Primary Care

11/20/2025

Wondering if direct primary care is right for you or your family? Whether open enrollment has you feeling the sticker shock or you’re craving more time with a doctor who truly knows you, this video breaks it down. See if becoming a member of Agape Direct Primary Care is a good fit!

11/13/2025

Cold and flu season is here, and we’re seeing more kiddos with coughs, wheezing, and shortness of breath. As parents, it can be scary to know what’s “normal” and what’s a red flag 🚩. Here’s what to look out for 👇

🚨 Signs of Respiratory Distress in Children (or Adults):

- Breathing faster than normal or struggling to catch a breath
- Flaring nostrils
- Pulling in around the ribs or collarbone when breathing (Retractions)
- Wheezing or grunting sounds
- Pale, gray, or bluish color around lips or fingertips
- Acting unusually tired, restless, or confused

🏠 What You Can Do Right Away:

- Keep your child calm — crying can make breathing harder
- Sit them upright (not flat) to help open airways
- Use a humidifier or steamy bathroom to ease congestion
- Offer fluids to keep mucus thin
- Fever increases oxygen demand, so recommend managing with Tylenol/Ibuprofen if age appropriate
- If your child uses an inhaler or nebulizer — use it as directed by your physician

Members can reach us directly for guidance on what to do if your child is experiencing respiratory distress. At Agape Direct Primary Care, we’re here to help you navigate these moments! agapedpc.com

11/07/2025

Big News for DPC Members! (and those looking to make the switch to a healthcare model that just makes sense)

Starting January 1, 2026, you’ll be able to use your Health Savings Account (HSA) funds to pay for your Direct Primary Care (DPC) membership! 🎉

What this means for you:
- Your DPC membership will count as a qualified medical expense under new federal rules.
- You can finally use your tax-advantaged HSA dollars to cover your monthly membership fees.
- This makes personalized, preventive care through DPC even more affordable.

At Agape DPC, we believe great healthcare shouldn’t be complicated — and this new change makes it easier than ever to prioritize your health and budget wisely.

👉 Effective January 1, 2026 — plan ahead and make the most of your HSA benefits!

10/28/2025

Today we are celebrating Kayla’s one year work anniversary at Agape! She has been such a blessing to our team and patients with her positivity and genuine care. Everything she does is patient focused and she is such a great advocate. Her desire to serve is evident in how she is always going above and beyond. Learn more about Kayla below or become a member at Agape to see how truly excellent she is!

🍃Favorite way to unwind: I like to unwind by getting lost in a good book, being outdoors with my family, and I have recently started watercolor painting- it’s been a really relaxing and fun way to express myself.

⏳ If I could have a superpower: Teleportation. The ability to instantly travel anywhere in the world. No planes, no traffic, no waiting.

❤️ Why I chose Direct Primary Care: Before I interviewed at Agape, I had no idea what direct primary care was. During the interview, I kept wondering what the catch was. But there is no catch! The beauty of this model is that we get to genuinely know and care for our patients in a way that’s not possible in traditional medical practices. I love being able to build personal relationships with them and even tell them that I’m praying for them - it makes all the difference!

10/24/2025

SPOILER ALERT

Direct Primary Care is for EVERYONE.

Check out this post to find out how DPC works for you, whether you’re using it alongside your existing plan or as your main source of care.

10/16/2025

Is congestion making you miserable? What’s causing it - Allergies? A virus? A bacterial infection? Our team can help! Talking with us about your symptoms can help you get relief faster - without any co-pays!

Reach out to us today to learn more about our practice and set up a free meet & greet with one of our physicians!

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10/08/2025

Check out our latest Staff Spotlight - Dr. Derek Surdez! Our patients and team can attest to him being kind-hearted, a good listener, and trustworthy. He is an enneagram 5 - he loves to learn and enjoys doing deep dives (usually with a cup of coffee in hand!) Read below to learn a little more about Dr. Surdez or schedule a free meet & greet to learn about his passion for patient-centered care firsthand!

🍃 Favorite way to unwind: Have a kitchen dance party with my family while cooking breakfast (and drinking coffee, always coffee).

🦸🏽‍♂️ If I could have a superpower: I would transform into a super saiyan (IYKYK). Also, to be able to create portals to anywhere in the world, so we don’t have to fly on airplanes!

❤️ Why I chose Direct Primary Care: For so many reasons! It’s rewarding to be able to spend the time with patients that they deserve - to build relationships with them, learn about them, and not feel rushed in appointments! I also love being able to teach and empower patients to take control of their health while having the ability to live my faith out in my medical practice.

10/01/2025

We are celebrating four years of our practice being open in Andover today! It’s been a blessing to us to serve our patients and this community.

Who remembers our grand opening day from four years ago? A lot has changed since then - our families have grown, our team has grown, and we have learned a lot :) Looking forward to many more years to come!

09/24/2025

It’s almost parade time, Andover! 👋 We’re so excited to see you all at the Greater Andover Days parade this Saturday morning.

We’ll be handing out the chapstick you know and love. Be sure to wave us down and say “Hi!” to get yours.

If you like our chapstick, you’re going to LOVE the way we care for your entire family. Learn more at www.agapedpc.com

09/18/2025

Great news! We’re excited to announce the addition of a new physician to our team, Dr. Holly Hunt!

As our practice grows, we’ve heard your feedback and are thrilled to welcome a talented female physician to provide care for our patients. Dr. Hunt’s passion for family medicine stems from a lifelong desire to care for people of all ages and backgrounds. She is a true advocate for the direct primary care model, believing it provides the most accessible, whole-person care.

Dr. Hunt, originally from Texas, completed her residency right here in Wichita and felt called to return to the Heartland to put down roots with her husband. When she’s not caring for patients, you can find her traveling, hiking, and spending time with her family.

Dr. Hunt will begin seeing patients in January. If you are interested in becoming a patient of Dr. Hunt’s, sign up on our website www.agapedpc.com. We are so excited for you to meet her!

09/17/2025

Sick of seeing a different provider every time you go to the doctor? We have a solution.

At Agape DPC, we believe in a better way to do healthcare. We’re a direct primary care clinic, and that means you get to know your doctor and they get to know you. Our promise is that you’ll see the same friendly face every time you come in, building a relationship based on trust and a deep understanding of your health.

No more repeating your medical history to a new person at every visit. Just consistent, personalized care from a doctor who truly knows you.

Ready for better care? Visit us at www.agapedpc.com or give us a call at 316-350-7735 to learn more.

Dr. Surdez was born and raised in Sabetha, a small town in Northeast Kansas. He attended Kansas State University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology. Dr. Surdez went to medical school at the University of Kansas and completed his Family Medicine residency training at Via Christi...