Smartypants Medicine

03/22/2026

Colorectal cancer isn’t just an “older adult” disease anymore.

According to the American Cancer Society, ~1 in 23 men and 1 in 25 women will develop colorectal cancer in their lifetime, with ~158,000 new cases diagnosed each year in the U.S.

Even more concerning: it’s now the #1 cause of cancer death in adults under 50, with cases in younger adults rising ~3% per year.

The good news? When caught early, colorectal cancer is highly treatable—with survival rates around 90–95% in early stages.

Lower your risk:
✔️ Get screened starting at 45 (earlier if high risk)
✔️ Eat more fiber, less processed/red meat
✔️ Exercise regularly
✔️ Avoid alcohol + avoid smoking

Early detection saves lives. Don’t wait.

03/18/2026

BEYOND THE EXAM ROOM - Event TWO Recap

Link to watch recording in comments. 24 hours only. Fold some laundry and get your mind right. 💪

Huge thanks to all who came out and to HOPE Counseling & Wellness for their expertise on how to more effectively manage our emotions.

03/17/2026

Thank you so much! We’re serving the mission of SUPA in expanding access to primary care. 🙌

Don’t know what the buzz is about? Check us out! smartypantsmedicine.com

🌟 Celebrating Excellence in Our Community 🌟

The Top of Virginia Regional Chamber’s Greater Good Awards shine a light on individuals who not only excel in their professions but also elevate the lives of those around them. This year, we’re proud to celebrate Kelly Botta ’09, named Entrepreneur of the Year.

With a bold vision for a smarter, more accessible healthcare experience, Kelly has transformed how families across the region receive care. As the founder of Smartypants Medicine, she has built a practice grounded in convenience, transparency, and genuine human connection. Her entrepreneurial journey reflects a rare blend of innovation and heart.

Kelly’s commitment to reimagining healthcare—while keeping community needs at the center—has made Smartypants Medicine a trusted and rapidly growing resource. The Entrepreneur of the Year Award recognizes her leadership, creativity, and the meaningful impact she continues to make across the top of Virginia.

Kelly earned her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies in 2009, and her work continues to inspire.

👏 Congratulations, Kelly! Your vision is shaping a healthier, more connected future for our community.

Shenandoah University

03/16/2026

Let’s level up with our emotions and mastering our response to anxiety & anger. Wholistic healthcare - these are strategies that require NO medication. We heard you!

Come to benefit yourself, come to teach your family, come to teach your team, come to meet the local experts therapists, come to see our members only practice. Come to master your Irish anger. ☘️ Whatever your reason - just come.

The more you know, the more you know. 👌
Everyone is welcome. Registration appreciated.
Register at the link in our bio.

Not local? Catch the live stream here:
https://www.youtube.com/live/2UAlwXcb7Yo

03/13/2026

Honored and grateful. Last night, surrounded by my team and some incredible people from our community, I was named Entrepreneur of the Year by the and while my name is on the award, this recognition truly belongs to our incredible community and patients.

When we launched Smartypants Medicine, the vision was simple: build a primary care practice we would want to be a part of ourselves! It should be personal, accessible, affordable, beautiful, and built around relationships - not rushed, expensive, cold, inconvenient or full of insurance paperwork.

Now every day we get to care for amazing people in our community in a way that better suits us all. This award is a reminder of why we do what we do.

Thank you to our patients, our partners, and the community that continues to support a better way to experience healthcare.

The best is yet to come.

Kelly Botta, PA-C | Founder
Smartypants Medicine

03/06/2026

Our Beyond the Exam Room - Event TWO is coming quick! Tuesday March 17th 6:20-7:30 & we’re learning from professional about How To Manage Anxiety & Depression. Save your seat!
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https://www.smartypantsmedicine.com/beyondtheexamroom

03/04/2026

You manage deadlines.
You manage households.
You manage everyone else’s needs.

But who taught you how to manage anger, stress, and anxiety in the moment?

At our upcoming Beyond the Exam Room event - Managing Everyday Emotions: Coping Skills for Anger & Anxiety - licensed professional counselors will teach practical strategies to help you:

• Respond instead of react
• Lower anxiety in real time
• Navigate difficult conversations calmly
• Build emotional resilience you can rely on

This is for busy moms.
Working professionals.
High performers who want steady, grounded energy in everyday life.

This isn’t therapy, it’s skill building for real life.

Join us at the practice - March 17th 6:30-7:30pm. It’s FREE and seating is limited.

Register now to reserve your seat.

https://www.smartypantsmedicine.com/beyondtheexamroom

02/21/2026

A patient story of how we are giving patients what they desperately need - a safe space, our time, and real solutions that are affordable and sustainable.

At Smartypants Medicine, Wi******er’s first Direct Primary Care practice, we deliver a top notch patient care experience.

Check us out. We’re here to serve you.

02/13/2026

What an honor to be nominated as Entrepreneur of the Year! I’ve loved every minute of serving our community and fulfilling my calling to bring health and healing to our patients.

It’s been a lot of hard work, but we are absolutely thrilled to be delivering on a top notch patient experience.

Our medical practice is different by design and we are loving providing a fresh look at how much better medical care can be when you embrace innovation.

02/11/2026

DPC is in print again! This time it’s featured in the financial magazine, Kiplinger. Touted as a similar arrangement as concierge medicine at a fraction of the cost.

DPC is gaining traction across the US as a way to get personalized medical care that just simply works better. It’s noted to pair perfectly with a high deductible health plan or a catastrophic health plan. (Bonus if you have an HSA to pay for the membership and cash in on additional savings!)

DPC is a SMART way to get your healthcare - and even Kiplinger agrees! If you haven’t joined Smartypants Medicine yet, what are you waiting for?!

Wi******er’s first direct primary care practice is ready to serve you and show you what a real fix to our broken system looks like. You’ll be glad you tried something outside the box.

Is membership life the life for you? Learn more at www.smartypantsmedicine.com/benefits-and-pricing

01/20/2026

Today’s the DAY! 🥳 Join us in person at 6:30p (only 3 spots left!) or by livestream.

Let’s get smarter with our health and fitness, together. You’ll be glad you carved out 1 hour. See you there!

Register for in person attendance: https://www.smartypantsmedicine.com/beyondtheexamroom

Livestream
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Waze8iaLiCU

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01/14/2026

Up to 79% of antibiotic prescriptions for certain URI symptoms are unnecessary. 🚫💊

At Smartypants Medicine, we don’t practice ‘placebo medicine.’ We use evidence-based guidelines to get you feeling better without the side effects of over-prescribing.

Come for the expert clinical advice, stay for the plush armchairs and the live-edge oak desk. We’re redefining the healthcare experience for adults who want more out of their primary care provider.

Ready to level up? Click the link in our bio to enroll - we are accepting new patients! 🙌❤️

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