Vanguard Family Medicine

Vanguard Family Medicine As a Direct Primary Care provider, Vanguard Direct Family Medicine focuses on you and your health without the unnecessary intrusion of insurance companies.

We believe that the best primary care medicine is both personal and affordable, and that’s what we offer. Primary care is all we do, so let us restore your faith in health care. Experience a patient relationship based on trust and respect; the type of relationship every patient deserves. Our patient benefits include full access to primary care, meaning you will have more time with your provider, 24/7 access, no co-pays, and no limit on visits. Your monthly membership fee covers general adult physicals, women’s healthcare, newborn and pediatric care, wellness education, chronic disease management, minor procedures and coordination of care with specialists when needed. We also offer the added savings and convenience of an onsite wholesale pharmacy and lab. After practicing in Murfreesboro for 18 years, Dr. Christine Hoffman opened the first Direct Primary Care (DPC) office in Murfreesboro on March 25, 2017. The transition from her established practice to the Direct Primary Care model allows Dr. Hoffman to continue to provide the highest quality care, for which she has been rated by insurers in the past, while continuing to focus on her patients’ needs with unmatched affordability and convenience. The DPC model will allow more time and attention to her patients and provide all services at a major discount so her patients can get the best for their health care dollars. Therefore, Vanguard Direct Family Medicine does not accept insurance. Dr. Hoffman graduated with her medical degree from The University of South Florida College of Medicine in 1993. She completed her residency in 1996 at The Medical Center of Beaver in Beaver, Pennsylvania. From 1996-1998, Dr. Hoffman was an Associate Clinical Professor at East Carolina University College of Medicine in Greenville, North Carolina before joining Physician Partners of Middle Tennessee in 1998. In 2000, she went into private practice with Family Practice Partners where she was a partner for over 16 years. It is Dr. Hoffman’s love of science and learning about the greatest feat of engineering, the human body, that made her want to become a doctor. She loves the ability to use her knowledge to help people, which is evident by her extensive volunteer work. In her office, she precepts Nurse Practitioner and Medical Assisting Students. She has served as a board member for St. Rose Catholic School and currently volunteers with the youth group. In Dr. Hoffman’s downtime she loves spending time with her husband, Dr. Ron Blockley, DMD, along with their two children and cat. She is also a gardening enthusiast and lover of tennis, hiking, biking, and reading.

Get started with a one-time $50 enrollment fee, then simply maintain your monthly membership to keep your care covered y...
03/20/2026

Get started with a one-time $50 enrollment fee, then simply maintain your monthly membership to keep your care covered year-round. This membership takes care of all visit costs and there are no copays, coinsurance, or deductibles. When you come in, leave your wallet at home and enjoy worry-free care for you and your family!

Luck is great, but great patients are even better. Happy St. Patrick’s Day!🍀
03/17/2026

Luck is great, but great patients are even better. Happy St. Patrick’s Day!🍀

Skip the insurance headaches and get care that puts you first at Vanguard Direct Family Medicine. With our membership, y...
03/13/2026

Skip the insurance headaches and get care that puts you first at Vanguard Direct Family Medicine. With our membership, you get unlimited visits, 24/7 access, and personalized attention for the whole family. From routine checkups to chronic care, women’s and pediatric services, plus in-house pharmacy and labs, we make healthcare easy and affordable. Call (615) 900-3435 today to see how simple primary care can be.

March is National Kidney Month! Did you know 15% of U.S. adults — 35.5 million people — are estimated to have chronic ki...
03/06/2026

March is National Kidney Month! Did you know 15% of U.S. adults — 35.5 million people — are estimated to have chronic kidney disease (CKD)? Learn how to take charge of your health and manage your CKD National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK).

Each March, communities across the country observe National Kidney Month. Join us to learn more about your kidney health.

Long waits for doctor’s appointments can be frustrating, but at Vanguard Direct Family Medicine, we put your health firs...
02/27/2026

Long waits for doctor’s appointments can be frustrating, but at Vanguard Direct Family Medicine, we put your health first. Dr. Hoffman reserves time for a select number of patients at the practice to guarantee same-day or next-day appointments.

As a member, you will enjoy more personalized attention, longer visits, and a doctor who truly knows your health history. Call us today at (615) 900-3435 to join our practice and experience the difference.

Pediatric   can be tricky to spot — symptoms like nasal congestion, facial pressure, and cough lasting more than 10 days...
02/20/2026

Pediatric can be tricky to spot — symptoms like nasal congestion, facial pressure, and cough lasting more than 10 days may signal a sinus infection rather than a common cold. Visit the website for more information.
https://www.enthealth.org/conditions/pediatric-sinusitis/

Happy Valentine’s Day!
02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Take control of your healthcare with Vanguard Family Medicine! Our direct primary care approach removes insurance from t...
02/13/2026

Take control of your healthcare with Vanguard Family Medicine! Our direct primary care approach removes insurance from the exam room, allowing your doctor to focus entirely on you. With a monthly membership fee, you get personalized care, predictable costs, and real savings. Call us at (615) 900-3435 or visit our website to find out how simple healthcare can be.

  are healthier when we have important conversations with a healthcare provider. Stay up to date on your doctors’ appoin...
02/06/2026

are healthier when we have important conversations with a healthcare provider. Stay up to date on your doctors’ appointments & medications. Have your blood pressure, blood sugar, & cholesterol levels checked and know what your numbers mean for your risk for heart disease.

This fact sheet provides questions women may want to ask their healthcare provider about blood pressure. Topics include healthy and high blood pressure, home mo

With a membership at Vanguard Family Medicine, most in-office services are included. We focus on transparency, so you wi...
01/30/2026

With a membership at Vanguard Family Medicine, most in-office services are included. We focus on transparency, so you will never be surprised by unexpected costs and any service outside your membership is clearly communicated in advance. Members also enjoy upfront pricing on labs and prescriptions, plus discounted rates on specialized procedures and tests. Discover all the benefits and services your membership provides by visiting our website.

Take a moment to explore the benefits of Dr. Hoffman’s Direct Primary Care practice so you can decide whether or not it is the right choice for you.

01/26/2026

Due to hazardous road conditions, we will be closed today. Please stay safe and warm.

Regular screening with Pap and HPV tests can help find problems early and prevent cancer from developing. Early detectio...
01/23/2026

Regular screening with Pap and HPV tests can help find problems early and prevent cancer from developing. Early detection saves lives.

The National Cervical Cancer Coalition (NCCC) is dedicated to serving women with, or at risk for, cervical cancer and HPV-related disease. NCCC has thousands of members around the world, and chapters across the U.S.

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237 C Castlewood Drive
Murfreesboro, TN
37129

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 12pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

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+16159003435

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As a Direct Primary Care provider, Vanguard Direct Family Medicine focuses on you and your health without the unnecessary intrusion of insurance companies. We believe that the best primary care medicine is both personal and affordable, and that’s what we offer. Primary care is all we do, so let us restore your faith in health care. Experience a patient relationship based on trust and respect; the type of relationship every patient deserves. Our patient benefits include full access to primary care, meaning you will have more time with your provider, 24/7 access, no co-pays, and no limit on visits. Your monthly membership fee covers general adult physicals, women’s healthcare, newborn and pediatric care, wellness education, chronic disease management, minor procedures and coordination of care with specialists when needed. We also offer the added savings and convenience of an onsite wholesale pharmacy and lab. After practicing in Murfreesboro for 18 years, Dr. Christine Hoffman opened the first Direct Primary Care (DPC) office in Murfreesboro on March 25, 2017. The transition from her established practice to the Direct Primary Care model allows Dr. Hoffman to continue to provide the highest quality care, for which she has been rated by insurers in the past, while continuing to focus on her patients’ needs with unmatched affordability and convenience. The DPC model will allow more time and attention to her patients and provide all services at a major discount so her patients can get the best for their health care dollars. Therefore, Vanguard Direct Family Medicine does not accept insurance. Dr. Hoffman graduated with her medical degree from The University of South Florida College of Medicine in 1993. She completed her residency in 1996 at The Medical Center of Beaver in Beaver, Pennsylvania.

From 1996-1998, Dr. Hoffman was an Associate Clinical Professor at East Carolina University College of Medicine in Greenville, North Carolina before joining Physician Partners of Middle Tennessee in 1998. In 2000, she went into private practice with Family Practice Partners where she was a partner for over 16 years. It is Dr. Hoffman’s love of science and learning about the greatest feat of engineering, the human body, that made her want to become a doctor. She loves the ability to use her knowledge to help people, which is evident by her extensive volunteer work. In her office, she precepts Nurse Practitioner and Medical Assisting Students. She has served as a board member for St. Rose Catholic School and currently volunteers with the youth group. In Dr. Hoffman’s downtime she loves spending time with her husband, Dr. Ron Blockley, DMD, along with their two children and cat. She is also a gardening enthusiast and lover of tennis, hiking, biking, and reading.