Mountain Roots Direct Primary Care

04/21/2026

✨ Today’s the day! ✨

Join us at 4:00 PM to celebrate the opening of Mountain Roots Direct Primary Care.

📍 159A Locust St, Spruce Pine

Stop by, say hello, take a look around, and ask any questions as we welcome you back to the roots of medicine 🌿

04/14/2026

Most women I meet are taking care of everyone else—children, partners, parents, work…

And somewhere along the way, their own health gets pushed to the bottom of the list.

One question I get asked a lot is:

🚺“Do you do Pap smears?”

The answer is yes—I do.

Pap smears save lives through early detection.

If it’s been a while—or if you’ve been putting it off—you’re not alone.

If you’re ready, this can be a simple place to start—reach out for a free meet and greet.

You deserve that kind of care too 💟

04/13/2026

I’m so grateful for the warm welcome from our community 🤍

What started as an idea—that healthcare can feel more personal—has grown into something real, and I’m honored to be building it right here at home.

Stop by to say hello—I would truly love to welcome you back to the roots of medicine. 🌿

Please make plans to join us next Tuesday, April 21, to celebrate the opening of Mountain Roots Direct Primary Care!

This physician-owned family medicine clinic is bringing a fresh approach to healthcare—offering accessible, affordable care through a simple monthly membership, direct access to your provider, and longer, more personalized visits.

📍 159A Locust St, Spruce Pine
📅 April 21st
⏰ 4:00 PM

Come celebrate with us and help welcome them to Mitchell County!

04/07/2026

As Healthcare Costs Surge in 2026 💸, Many Are Rethinking How They Access Care

Healthcare costs continue to rise—and 2026 is on track to be one of the most expensive years yet.

For many people, it’s leading to an important question:
Is there a different way to access care?

Models like Direct Primary Care are growing because they offer something different—more time, better access, and simple, transparent pricing.

If you’ve ever felt frustrated navigating the traditional system, you’re not alone.

Here’s a helpful breakdown of what’s happening 👇

Costs are continuing to rise, access to care remains uneven, and both patients and employers are feeling the strain of a system that is growing more expensive and complex. Current projections suggest U.S. medical costs will increase another 9–10% this year, pushing healthcare affordability back to...

04/06/2026

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04/02/2026

One of the next questions I usually get is:

“What does the membership actually include?”

Here’s what it looks like at Mountain Roots Direct Primary Care:
✔ Preventive care (including Pap smears)
✔ Annual physicals and routine care (including well child checks)
✔ Chronic disease management
(diabetes, blood pressure, thyroid, and more)
✔ Women’s health
(perimenopause support, prenatal care)
✔ Weight management
✔ Sports physicals
✔ Skin care, including acne treatment (and isotretinoin when appropriate)
✔ In-office procedures when needed

No copays. No surprise bills. Just straightforward, personal care.

This model allows me to really get to know my patients—and care for the whole person, not just the problem.

💬 Comment “INFO” or send me a message and we can set up a quick Meet & Greet.
—Dr. Allen 🌿

04/02/2026

I get this question all the time when people reach out:

“Do you take insurance?”

Short answer—no, and here’s why:

At Mountain Roots Direct Primary Care, I don’t bill insurance.

Instead, patients pay a simple monthly membership.

That allows me to:
✔ Spend more time with you
✔ Offer same or next-day visits
✔ Be available by phone, text, or email
✔ Focus on root causes—not rushed visits

You can still use insurance for labs, imaging, specialists, and medications.

For many people, it ends up being simpler and more personal.

If you’ve been curious about a different approach to care, I’d love to connect.

💬 Comment “QUESTION” or send me a message—I personally respond to every one.

—Dr. Allen 🌿

03/30/2026

Did you know that for many, Type 2 Diabetes 💊 can be improved—or even reversed—with the right lifestyle approach?

I’ll be diving into this more later today during a webinar on lifestyle medicine and diabetes remission, and I’m excited to bring what I learn back to my patients.

This is one of the things I love most about Direct Primary Care—having the time to focus on root causes and the bigger picture.

This is the kind of care Direct Primary Care makes possible.🌿

03/26/2026

If you’re coming downtown for an appointment or meet & greet, we have 3 dedicated patient parking spots right behind the office, just off Cedar Alley.

No circling, no stress—just park and come on in 😊

03/25/2026

This is why I started Mountain Roots.

I wanted to create a space where there’s time to sit down, listen, and truly understand what’s going on with your health.

A place where care feels personal, consistent, and built on a real relationship.

That’s what we’re building here—one conversation at a time.

🌿 Welcome back to the roots of medicine.

03/23/2026

Mountain Roots Direct Primary Care is now open! 🎉

If you’ve been curious about a simple, personal approach to primary care, we’d love to connect.

Welcome back to the roots of medicine. 🌿

03/22/2026

Your health needs don’t follow office hours—and neither does your care.

Starting next week, our open-door office hours will be:
🕘 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:45am–2:45pm

⏰ Appointments for members are also available before 8:45am, after 2:45pm, and on Wednesdays.

In Direct Primary Care, it’s not just about office hours—it’s about access.

As a member, you have direct access to your physician by phone, text, and email after hours for urgent needs.

This is where conversations happen—with the time and space to focus on you.

Personalized visits. Direct access. Care that works for you.

🤝 Message us to learn more or schedule a meet & greet.