Hughes Direct Primary Care
Fort Myers
About
Hughes Direct Primary Care was founded by Douglas S. Hughes, D.O., in February 2011 as the former Hughes Family Practice. The practice aims to treat every patient with dignity and first-rate care.
As of January 1, 2018, the former Hughes Family Practice transitioned to a concierge practice under the name Hughes Direct Primary Care.
- Physician-owned practice
- Messaging between visits
Concerns they commonly address
Common ailments
The practice states it is committed to listening to each patient's concerns and aggressively treating common ailments.
Services
In-office diagnostic testing
Listed in-office tests include EKG and interpretation, rapid strep, rapid influenza, PT/INR and blood glucose monitoring.
Minor procedures
Listed procedures include laceration repair, skin tag or mole removal, skin biopsy, abscess incision and drainage, and ear wax removal.
Separate fee services
B12/MIC injections, bio-identical hormone replacement therapy and home visits are listed as separate fee services.
Specialist referrals
The practice lists referrals to any and all necessary specialists among its additional services.
In-house lab draw
Blood can be drawn in house and specimens are sent out to respective labs for return results.
Sports physicals
The practice performs sports physicals and referrals for injuries.
Founder
Douglas S. Hughes, D.O.
Dr. Hughes has been practicing family medicine in Southwest Florida since 2006. He graduated from Florida State University with a B.S. in Biological Sciences and received his Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine from Nova Southeastern University. He is board-certified in Family Medicine.
Insurance, self-pay and costs
Home visit fee
An additional fee applies to house calls, which the practice may decline at its own discretion.
Vaccinations
The practice does not offer routine vaccinations in office.
What to know before contacting
Who it sees
Children from infancy to 18, Adolescents, adults and seniors.
Care setting
In person in Estero, Florida office.
Not an emergency service
Emergency service is available 24/7.
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