Building a Mobile Healthcare Practice in Rural North Carolina | Consult & Calling with Dr. Ivy DNP
What does healthcare look like when providers stop asking patients to overcome barriers — and instead bring care directly to them? In this episode, Dr. Ivy Bagley shares how she built a mobile healthcare practice serving families across rural Eastern North Carolina, combining primary care, psychiatric care, lactation support, and a mission-driven approach to medicine. From long drives between patients to navigating the realities of private practice, this conversation explores the future of accessible healthcare.
Show Notes
About the Guest
Dr. Ivy Bagley-is a family nurse practitioner, psychiatric nurse practitioner, and IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) serving families across Eastern North Carolina. With more than 20 years in healthcare and 18 years as a nurse practitioner, she recently launched a mobile healthcare practice focused on increasing access to care in underserved rural communities. Her practice combines primary care, mental health services, telehealth, and lactation support while meeting patients directly in their homes.
Key Takeaways
Rural healthcare barriers go far beyond transportation and include work schedules, long wait times, childcare, and limited specialist access.
Mobile healthcare models may become an increasingly important solution for underserved communities.
Integrating primary care, mental health, and lactation support can improve continuity of care for families.
Starting a private healthcare business requires balancing mission, finances, credentialing, billing, and sustainability.
Building strong relationships with patients and staff creates a more human-centered healthcare experience.
Healthcare workers considering entrepreneurship should seek support early and not let fear or outside criticism stop them from pursuing innovative ideas.
Resources and Links
Dr. Ivy's Practice - https://www.blessedandhealthyfamilies.org/team
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Cast & Guests
Kaleigh
BSN, RN
Abby
DNP, AGAC-NP
Ivy
DNP
