Question 1

How much does a Private Medical membership cost?

Accepted Answer

Private Medical does not publicly list its specific membership fees. Annual costs can vary based on the services and level of care required. A membership advisor can provide detailed pricing information upon inquiry. For reference, a CNBC article noted that fees could be around $40,000 per year.

Question 2

How many patients does each doctor care for?

Accepted Answer

Each physician at Private Medical limits their practice to approximately 100 members. This small panel size is a core part of the practice's philosophy. It allows doctors to build deep, trusting relationships with each patient. This structure supports more thorough, proactive, and personalized medical care.

Question 3

What kind of access will I have to my doctor?

Accepted Answer

Members receive 24/7 direct access to their personal physician. You can connect with your doctor via phone, email, text message, or secure video visits. The practice also guarantees same-day or next-day appointments. These visits occur without any time spent in a waiting room.

Question 4

What major services does the membership include?

Accepted Answer

Your membership includes a comprehensive annual health plan. The practice uses advanced diagnostics and early cancer detection tools. It also provides expert coordination with a global network of over 4,000 specialists. For travelers, the membership includes personalized travel medical kits and a MedJet medical evacuation membership.

Question 5

Do you offer care for families and children?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Private Medical offers services for the entire family. The practice has dedicated physicians and programs for both pediatrics and women's health. The women's health practice supports patients from puberty and fertility through menopause. The pediatric practice provides comprehensive care for children.

Question 6

Where are your offices located?

Accepted Answer

Private Medical operates offices in several major metropolitan areas. The practice has locations in San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Beverly Hills, and Santa Monica, California. On the East Coast, there are offices in New York City, Miami, and Greenwich, Connecticut.

Question 7

What is the practice's approach to longevity?

Accepted Answer

Private Medical focuses on proactive health management to extend a patient's healthspan. The physicians aim to decrease the slope of natural health decline that occurs with age. They create data-driven yearly plans based on advanced diagnostics. The practice's Innovation Council also meets monthly to evaluate emerging science in longevity and other fields.

Practice Type	Concierge
Location	New York City, Miami Beach, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Menlo Park, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Greenwich
Doctors	Nima Afshar MD, Internal Medicine, Hela Barhoush MD, Pediatrics, Jon-Michael Castelli MD, Pediatrics + 28 more
Year Founded	2002
Panel Size	100 patients per doctor
Telehealth Type	Virtual visit, email, text, phone
Telehealth Available	Yes

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