Family Medicine

Dr. Travis Simmons Apologizes On Behalf Of The Broken Healthcare System!

I’m Sorry

Dr. Travis Simmons apologizes for the traditional healthcare system being broken. He also talks about open enrollment and shopping for health insurance being a stressful process.

Direct Primary Care with DirectMed DPC solves much of the problem of worrying about getting high-quality care and the cost associated with it. Our team can also help reduce health insurance costs if needed. Contact us today to learn more!

Education On The Flu Vaccine!

Family with the Flu

Have you gotten your flu shot?

Learn about how the flu vaccine can protect you and your family and what to expect when you get it.

Dr. Travis Simmons provides valuable education surrounding the flu vaccine.

Please Note: The practice does not force patients’ to get vaccinated but we do at least encourage the conversation in a safe and affirming environment between doctor and patient (not on Social Media)!

A Book Recommendation!

Book with pages in the shape of a heart

I am an avid audiobook listener. I love to learn. I love to read all sorts of books, both fiction and non-fiction. Audiobooks are a way that I read while also doing less exciting tasks like kitchen cleanup, folding laundry, etc. (it makes those tasks something I can actually look forward to). 

What Are Febrile Seizures?

child laying in bed with a thermometer in their mouth

As a physician, I have seen many of my own patients have seizures in the ER or in a hospital setting. For the first time, I unfortunately witnessed my nephew experience a seizure this past weekend.

What Should I Do If I’ve Been Bitten By An Animal?

If you have lived in the area long enough then you know that The Hill Country has its fair share of wildlife. There are many things to consider after an animal bite. For one, you may be in complete shock that your dog of 10 years actually drew blood on you.

Thinking about New Year’s Resolutions?

New Year’s resolutions vary from finding a new hobby to losing weight. Whatever it is that you plan to focus on, don’t forget about the most important thing….your health. Most healthy adults neglect their health since they “feel fine.”

Overuse and misuse of controlled substances

Medicine pills

Prescription pain medications have surpassed heroin and cocaine as the leading cause of fatal overdoses per CDC statistics in 2009. 7 million people have admitted to the non-medical use of prescription pain medication.

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