The LA wildfires have left many facing loss, displacement, and uncertainty. In times of disaster, access to healthcare becomes more critical than ever. With traditional medical facilities often forced to close, residents have limited options for care. Direct Primary Care (DPC) offers a flexible, patient-centered approach that can help fill this gap, ensuring individuals and families receive the support they need in these crucial moments.
How? Well, since many DPC providers already offer telemedicine, patients can receive care remotely even when they can’t visit a clinic.
For displaced families, this means a doctor is just a call or video chat away. Prescriptions can be sent to the nearest pharmacy, and it becomes possible to receive ongoing medical support—without the red tape of insurance. On top of that, this eases pressure on emergency rooms and ensures people continue receiving care when it matters most.
A Call to Action: Mobilizing the DPC Community
This isn’t about capitalizing on a crisis. It’s about responding with meaningful solutions. The LA wildfires highlight the need for an agile and community-driven healthcare system. DPC is more than an affordable and convenient option—it’s a model that can withstand disasters and continue serving patients when they need it most.
As part of this effort, Atlas.md is offering free EMR access to doctors in affected areas. The right tools will help providers maintain patient records, offer telemedicine, and ensure uninterrupted care, even under the challenging conditions they find themselves in.
We’re calling on LA-based doctors and DPC providers nationwide to get involved. Whether it’s volunteering, offering free telemedicine consultations, or sharing resources, every contribution makes a difference. Together, we can prove that DPC isn’t just a healthcare model—it’s a lifeline for communities in crisis.
If you’re a doctor in LA or someone looking to contribute, reach out. Contact us at support@atlas.md and we’ll do our best to help.
Let’s make this vision a reality and show how the DPC model can help the community in difficult times.