Staying Atop Chronic Illness Around The Clock

With the proliferation of devices and network interfaces available today, it only makes sense for those with severe conditions that could benefit from remote monitoring to employ this service.

Often, one of the determining factors in deterioration is a lack of timely intervention with chronic conditions. By using remote health monitoring in conjunction with the MyPreference™ Medical Program, patients can be checked on a continuous basis. For example, a simple wristband may monitor your heart health to see if you are having any negative episodes. With instant relay through your base station to the physician, an alarm can be triggered to alert Dr. Rupe that you may need immediate attention.

Patients cannot continuously afford the cost nor time needed to come to the clinic every time they suspect something is wrong. Rather than rely on poor memory or an unhelpful summary weeks after the fact, constant remote health monitoring can help solve a difficult problem. It allows Dr. Rupe and our staff to be aware of your progress and any issues that arise on a timely basis.

Intervention As Needed

Then our offices can determine if a visit or further intervention is necessary. Having this option for those in serious circumstance can be a great stress reliever. Given the ability of modern remote diagnostic devices, WellCraft Health™ believes this kind of support service will be a wonderful addition to our basic plan.

Stay Fit & Improve your Health Outlook

For those concerned with maintaining their best health profile as they age, WellCraft Health™ offers another addition to the base MyPreference™ Medical Program – a custom crafted health plan. This plan will be created between yourself and Dr. Carol Rupe with an eye towards your specific needs and goals. Whether you want to concentrate on weight loss, maintaining bone density, or avoiding onset of chronic conditions, our custom crafted plan may be exactly what you need.

Starting with an annual review, the custom crafted health care plan will be tailored to your specifications and will include a quarterly visit to monitor progress and/or make adjustments. You may renew annually to continue your medical journey and ensure greater peace of mind.

Coaching by Other Experts

One of the many advantages using WellCraft Health’s MyPreference™ planning option allows access to third party dietary and fitness coaches who can help you concentrate of improving your health through diet, exercise, and personal attitude. While most doctor’s only look at the body as a mechanical structure, Dr. Carol Rupe has the expertise and experience to know that we are more than just the sum of our parts.

Our mental health and physical being can trigger medical issues. By including access to coaches who can assist with other aspects of your health, she may be able to help you progress towards your goals.

No Health Insurance? No Problem...

For those without health insurance, the idea of using medical services can be daunting. By using MyPreference™ and adding out first option, we bundle all the most necessary services into one complete program so you can get the preventative medical care, and in many cases, complete treatment you need to achieve wellness.

With your paid visit to the clinic you will receive the time and attention you deserve, PLUS:

Medications from our formulary FREE of charge with your visit.

These include generic versions of items such as Maxalt, Zithromax (Z-pak), Zestril, Cipro, and more medications commonly used in many cases of minor medical need. The front desk will have a complete list of medications available.

Vitamins from our formulary FREE of charge with your visit.

Whether you are calcium deficient or you need a good starter multi-vitamin, Omega III, or other similar product, because you are part of this option you will receive these free during your visit. No need to make a separate run to the pharmacy and purchase them. Vitamins and supplements are often overlooked, but we believe they are important and can provide a complete list of those available with your plan.

Vaccinations from our formulary FREE of charge with your visit.

From mumps, measles and rubella to a flu shot, MyPreference™ wants to give you some peace of mind. When you come to your visit and you need common vaccinations like a B12 shot, Hepatitis A, VariVax, or IPV, WellCraft Health™ provides those and others as part of your service. Check with our office to see our complete formulary.

Lab Work completed in office is included FREE with your visit.

WellCraft Health™ will provide certain common lab work on site, including A1C for diabetic Diagnostics, and a basic metabolic panel, for example. We also have other lab tests like urine culture to determine infections, an Obstetric panel, and tests for various toxins. By using your MyPreference™ option, you can avoid added expense or scheduling additional days off to complete your medical review.

Diagnostic Testing when medically indicated can be included FREE with your visit.

If the doctor determines an electro-cardiogram would be beneficial, WellCraft Health™ will provide this service at our clinic at no added charge. Other diagnostics, such as pulmonary tests, can be completed in-house as well.

The whole concept behind the MyPreference™ medications option is to provide you and your family with superior medical care, and many of the common services and products you need, WITHOUT incurring additional costs. We can help you achieve your healthcare goals, even when you don’t have insurance, by using our direct preventative care plan. We have designed this comprehensive supplement to MyPreference™ to eliminate most of the worry and guesswork behind visiting the doctor. By proactively enrolling in MyPreference™ Option 1, you have taken the first important step towards eliminating the fear of the "high cost" of healthcare.

Direct-to-Home Medication Service Supplement

For a simple added expense WellCraft Health™ will also order your recurring medication, vitamins and nutritional supplements to be delivered direct-to-your-home. You get what you need without making extra trips every month.

Government and health insurance driven medicine shortchanges the patient. It is more difficult to schedule appointments in a timely manner. Your medical encounter is more likely to be rushed, depriving you of the time needed to ask questions and discuss medical care options.

When was the last time you actually looked forward to seeing a physician?

Were you able to freely discuss your concerns?

Did they care or were you just the next person on their schedule?

The MyPreference™ Professional Medical Services

Double The Time for your Appointment with Dr. Carol Rupe

At WellCraft Health, you will receive more time and personal attention to have real discussions about your health concerns and ways to obtain better health outcomes. Dr. Rupe is recognized in more than thirty states as an expert in family medicine. She has more than thirty years of intensive experience with clinical medicine, hospital-bound care, and was the Medical Services Director for more than five long-term care and assisted living facilities.

Personal Patient Portal

When you are part of our practice you get the attention of Dr. Rupe even when you aren’t in our office. That is why WellCraft Health™ has a personal patient portal online, with private access to Dr. Rupe’s email.

Nurse Triage Call Service

In case you have a question at any odd hour, on holidays, or vacations, WellCraft Health™ offers a nurse triage call service as part of your MyPreference™ plan. You can call any time with questions to determine if you are having an actual emergency or if there is a simpler solution for your medical need.

Private Patient Access

Dr. Carol Rupe will supply all MyPreference™ patients with a personal cellphone number to call in case of emergency. For those times when you know you need her expertise, she will be there for you.

Online Medical Visits

Sometimes your needs are very simple and do not require an active clinical office visit. Sometimes, you feel too sick to come in. WellCraft Health's MyPreference™ program has implemented a video conference capability for your comfort and convenience.

Medical Advocacy

Patients may sometimes need a qualified advocate in their corner to make sure they are receiving the care and benefits they deserve. As part of the MyPreference™ program, Dr. Carol Rupe will be your personal and private family physician, advocating for you in cases where medical insurance coverage is being withheld, or in the case of Medicare denial. She has worked within the "system" for decades and will try her best to help you obtain the appropriate medical care you need.

For those without health insurance, Dr. Rupe and her staff are actively working to building relationships with other medical service providers and organizations to help with prescription and specialty care expenses.

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Professional Experience:

• Family Physician, 1987 - Present
• Residency Instructor: Malcolm Grow Medical Center
• Adjunct Clinical Instructor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
• Featured National Speaker at Physician Education Conferences
• Medical Director, Multiple Long-Term Care Facilities - 1994 to 2015
• National Expert in Family Practice providing Medical Case Review for clients in over 30 states
• U.S. Air Force Officer, 1984 - 1993

Education:

• Undergraduate: University of Notre Dame, South Bend, IN
• Graduate: Georgetown University, School of Medicine, Washington, DC
• Residency: Malcolm Grow Medical Center, Andrews Air Force Base, Suitland, MD
• Fellowship: UNC, Chapel Hill, NC in Family Practice Faculty Development
• Certification: American Academy of Family Physicians
• Age Enhancement Medicine, Cenegenics
• Botox & Dermal Fillers, Esthetics Institute
• Intense Pulse Light (IPL) Therapy, Palomar Technologies

Special Appointments:

• Physician Representative, Halifax County Board of Health - 2016 to Present
• Chair, Family Practice, Presbyterian Hospital - 1998 to 2000

When Selecting A Physician, What Values Really Matter?

• Knowledge & Experience
• Willingness to Listen & Understand
• Clarity in Communications
• Dedication & Empathy
• Responsive Service & Follow-up
• Reputation Built Upon Trust & Honesty

“I believe in establishing warm and personal relationships with my patients and their families – the way medicine used to be.” - Dr. Carol Rupe.

Some of you may remember the Country Doctor that you could depend on to take care of you and your family. As your family physician, I want you to receive the time and attention you deserve.

I want you to have full confidence that your medical needs are my number one priority. As a former breast cancer patient, I know what it’s like to feel all alone. All too many times, you feel like you are being subjected to "the Process" and placed in the hands of medical people who don't care. I want to listen and care for your needs with a special devotion and be an advocate for better health and better living.

I see the technical, regulatory, and financial changes occurring in medicine, and how they can adversely affect my patients. More people are delaying medical treatment, incurring a higher probability of urgent care or ER treatment, at a greater risk of an adverse outcome, and incurring a larger expense.

As your family doctor, I want to invite you to discover everything missing from modern medicine today.

As the medical system gets larger and more systemized, the individual means less and less. More rules and standardization means less time for you and your needs. I developed the MyPreference™ professional medical care program to provide well-crafted medical care tailored for your unique needs. MyPreference™ is built upon the "old school" values and modeled after the Country Doctor. It features more professional time, better medical care, and faster, more responsive service.

Dr. Carol Rupe relocated to Roanoke Rapids from Charlotte, North Carolina. She brings more than 30 years of clinical family medicine experience, combined with 25 years of inpatient care for her patients, and over 25 years as a medical director for several long-term care facilities. She wants to provide every patient with personal attention and a true understanding of what you and your family need!

Dr. Rupe is a former United States Air Force physician. She understands the true meaning of service and the value of personal sacrifice. As a small business owner, Dr. Rupe also understands the challenges that small business owners face in this tough economy with trying to increase sales, adjusting to higher business expenses, and keeping your employees focused and motivated to deliver top quality products and services - on time. Making matters more difficult, the cost of keeping your employees and their family members healthy has become harder every year.

And as a breast cancer survivor, she knows the despair that an unresponsive and uncaring medical system can bring. She may have had personal experience with a health condition you may be concerned about now. Drop her a note and ask some general questions - nothing too private or personal - you haven't met yet! Perhaps, together - you and Dr. Carol Rupe can work out a treatment plan to address those concerns and get you onto a path leading to better health.

WellCraft Health and WellCraft Health for Business

WellCraft Health was designed to provide well crafted, custom medical care to YOU and your family. WellCraft Health for Business was designed to better support the medical needs of our business communities' employees.

Counter revolutionary in concept, Dr. Rupe's MyPreference™ professional care program tips the medical system delivery model upside down and rolls back the clock. Simplicity, instead of complexity. More professional time and attention, instead of less. Better medical care. Faster and more responsive service. With Dr. Carol Rupe's WellCraft Health you receive More, Better, Faster.

Dr. Carol Rupe searches for solutions to medical problems and actively coordinates your specialty medical care. She does not just treat the symptoms. Dr. Rupe knows each and every one of her patients. Your wellbeing is important and you are not "just a number" at WellCraft Health. Our focus is on you. We have no interest in feeding the medical system with extra diagnostics or excessive specialty consultations. Our patients can live better lives, achieve better health outcomes, and realize lower overall medical expenses through earlier detection, timely intervention, and important lifestyle changes.