Lionheart DPC

11/21/2025

These guys show up purely for the love of the game. Their courage and boldness are exactly what Lionheart DPC stands for—because we believe true health isn’t just about the body, but about living with heart, grit, and purpose. 🦁🧡

It’s been an honor—and honestly, a lot of fun—getting to know each of them. We all have a story, and it’s a privilege to support others as they chase their dreams.

Come out and cheer the Northern Maine Pioneers Junior Hockey today and tomorrow for their home games! 🏒

Go neers!!! 🖤🧡

🌟 PARTNER ANNOUNCEMENT 🌟
The Northern Maine Pioneers are proud to welcome Lionheart DPC as our Official Wellness Provider!

We are truly blessed to have Dr. Maria Rutmann and her incredible expertise supporting our athletes throughout the season. Her care, compassion, and kindness are unmatched — and our team is stronger, healthier, and more confident because of her.

💙🧡 Thank you, Lionheart, for investing in our players and our mission.

Learn more at LionheartDPC.com
Specializing in same day care and appointments!

11/17/2025

Don’t stress this holiday season, keep it simple 💜

Kids don’t need a pile of presents — they need our presence. What they remember most isn’t the toys we buy but the time we spend, the attention we give, and the moments we share. Showing up, listening, laughing, and being fully there is the real gift that shapes who they become.

11/14/2025

The DPC Way: Changing the Script of Primary Care
Care for Families on the Go.

Sharing another DPC win

On Saturday morning — just a few hours before they were heading downstate — a family reached out through our app with a concern. Mom sent a photo that clearly showed the issue, one that a simple course of antibiotics would solve. They were on a tight timeline and eager to get on the road.

Fortunately, this was a medication we commonly use and stock right in our office.

I met the family at the clinic, did a quick exam, confirmed the diagnosis, and dispensed the antibiotic on the spot. No delay. No detour. No last-minute scramble for a walk-in clinic or cancelling plans.

It was prompt, practical care that fit seamlessly into their day — and their travel plans.

Why join Lionheart DPC? 🦁💙
Because when your doctor is truly in your corner, care feels different.

➡️ See the difference for yourself, join at: https://lionheartdpc.com/join

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Veterans 🇺🇸

Today, we honor all who have served with courage, selflessness, and unwavering dedication. Your sacrifices — from enduring long months away from loved ones to pushing through the most demanding training — embody the true spirit of service and resilience.

A special thank you to my father-in-law, Scott Smith (USMC), and Grampy Vaughn (USAAF) — two incredible men who are pillars in our family. Your examples of discipline, service to others, and living with purpose continue to inspire us every day.

We are forever grateful for all who wear the uniform and for the values you represent. 🇺🇸❤️

11/01/2025

🌿 Happy National Direct Primary Care Day! 🌿

What started as curiosity became a dream… then a goal, a plan, and now—a reality.

This journey has taken a village:

💜 Friends who encouraged and helped,
🛠️ Contractors that worked tirelessly
👴🏻 Family who supported
👩🏽‍⚕️ Colleagues who offered wisdom,
💍 My husband who is my rock every step,
✨ And a community that believed.

Thank you to everyone who made Lionheart DPC possible. Patients are loving it, and I’m constantly in awe of what God can do when we simply trust Him.

Here’s to the movement that’s helping so many believe in healthcare again — one relationship, one patient, one story at a time. 💫

10/29/2025

Had the privilege of meeting this extraordinary group of young men yesterday. They’ve come from all corners and sacrificed so much to be here. Their energy is palpable, their drive contagious. Chasing dreams isn’t easy — but it’s always worth it. Can’t wait to see what this season brings!

Follow the Northern Maine Pioneers Junior Hockey— come watch the games, cheer them on, and let’s be loud and bold in our support! 🏒🔥

GO PIONEERS 🧡🖤

10/26/2025

🎃 Happy Halloween from Lionheart DPC!

As you head out for an evening of trick-or-treating fun, remember a few simple safety tips:

✨ Add a glow-in-the-dark accessory, reflective tape, or light-up bracelet to your child’s costume for better visibility after dark.
👯‍♂️ Encourage the buddy system so no one wanders off alone.

While candy is always a big highlight 🍬, try to make the night about more than just the sweets — enjoy the time spent together, the creativity of everyone’s costumes, and the fun of the adventure itself. Those are the memories that last far longer than any sugar rush!

Halloween is also a wonderful chance to help kids practice kindness and confidence — making eye contact, saying “please” and “thank you,” and even complimenting neighbors on their decorations or costumes. These small moments teach big life skills and make the night brighter for everyone.

You may also notice some children carrying blue pumpkin buckets — these often signal that a child is neurodivergent and may communicate or participate differently. A little patience and a warm smile can make a world of difference. 💙

We see lots of post-Halloween tummy aches and upset bellies from a little too much indulging — so it helps to gently set the expectation beforehand that we’re not eating the full bucket in one night. Help your kids pace themselves and save some treats for later — leftover candy can bring smiles for days to come and can be a great motivator for chores! 😉

Have a safe, not-so-spooky, joy-filled Halloween! 🧡

PS - Hardest. Pumpkin. Ever. 🦁🎃

10/24/2025

👀 Peek-a-who? Not through these windows! ❄️

Big thanks to Tint Tech for coming to our rescue just in time for daylight savings! 🌅 As great as our shades are during the day, once the sun went down, privacy became a real concern in our exam rooms.

Carol Sargent was amazing to work with — she came right out, walked us through all the options, and helped us find the perfect solution: a frosted tint that maintains a bright, welcoming environment during the day and 1000% privacy when it’s dark outside and we are still providing patient care

From our first conversation to full installation across five rooms, the whole process took less than a week, and the install itself just a single morning. The results? Absolutely phenomenal. 🙌

We couldn’t recommend Tint Tech more highly — professional, efficient, and just a pleasure to work with.

10/20/2025

The DPC Way: Changing the Script of Primary Care

Our families are on a winning streak!

Today’s highlight is on a family that was getting ready to leave for a trip when mom noticed a new skin concern on Saturday afternoon — just a few hours before they were set to go. Unsure whether to go to the walk-in clinic, or continue with their travel plans, she sent photos through our app to check in.

Within minutes, she had a clear diagnosis, a prescription in hand, and a plan in place. What would have normally been a stressful, last-minute situation became manageable, calm and convenient.🫶🏻

Because of direct access to their doctor, this family avoided a last-minute walk-in visit, the bill that would have come with it, and the delay in getting care.

It was care, without the chaos 🦁🧡

Direct Primary Care. The way healthcare should be.

✨ Ready to experience the difference for yourself?

➡️ Go to https://lionheartdpc.com or give us a call at 207.507.LION (5466)

10/18/2025

The DPC Way: Changing the Script of Primary Care

Sharing another DPC win 🥇

A young patient took a tumble off his bike and ended up with a wound that needed attention. His mom quickly sent us pictures, and from the photos it was clear he would need staples.

Within a couple of hours of the injury, we met the family at our office after hours. A few quick staples later, he was on his way — no tears, no chaos, and no late-night urgent care or ER visit. 🦁🧡

They avoided a bill that easily could have reached several hundred dollars, hours of waiting, and a stressful experience for everyone. Instead, they saved money, time, and were still able to make it to their afternoon extracurricular activities.

Simple solutions, for real life! 🩵 (we love Bluey - IYKYK!)

Direct Primary Care, the way healthcare should be.

➡️ Join now at https://lionheartdpc.com/join

10/16/2025

We’re starting a series of posts sharing DPC wins — real stories from real families showing how Lionheart Direct Primary Care is changing the script on how they receive care for their loved ones.

Last weekend — during a long holiday stretch — a mom noticed a rash on her child Sunday afternoon. She was considering a trip to the walk-in clinic that same day, but instead was able to text her doctor directly through our app.

Within minutes, she received a clear diagnosis, guidance on how to manage symptoms at home, what to watch for, and when to follow up. 🦁🧡

➡️ No waiting for Tuesday when the office reopened. No anxious guessing over the weekend. Just peace of mind — and real care — delivered in real time.

➡️ Because of this direct access, she avoided an unnecessary walk-in visit — along with the bill, the waiting room, and the time lost that go with it.

With DPC, it was Text, Care, Done. ✅

Direct Primary Care. The way healthcare should be.

✨ Join now at https://lionheartdpc.com

10/14/2025

The DPC Difference: The way healthcare should be.

At Lionheart DPC, we believe healthcare should revolve around you — your needs, your time, and your peace of mind.

Some of our patients value the strong, personal relationship they have with their doctor — built on trust, familiarity, and true continuity of care.

Others appreciate the convenience — being able to self-schedule, skip the waiting room, and get a quick text response after hours to ease their mind.

Many love the savings that come from transparent, affordable care without surprise bills.

Most of our members value all of it. 🦁🧡

At Lionheart DPC, you get more than just healthcare — you get time, access, communication, and trust.

💭 What do YOU value most in your care?

Ready to join? Go to https://lionheartdpc.com and click join!