Lotus Family Practice is a direct primary care practice. This means having a doctor who has the time to get to know you. It means belonging to a practice that focuses on keeping you healthy, and provides the tools and support to back that up. This means getting the care you need without any red tape or hoops to jump through.
We limit the number of patients in our practice to around 600 patients per doctor, significantly less than the conventional practice typically over 2000. This means relaxed office visits with enough time to address all of your needs, same day appointments, and a doctor who is easily accessible through phone or email.
We limit the number of patients in our practice to around 600 patients per doctor, significantly less than the conventional practice typically over 2000. This means relaxed office visits with enough time to address all of your needs, same day appointments, and a doctor who is easily accessible through phone or email.
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Dr. Catherine M. Krouse is a board certified family physician. She was born and raised in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania and then headed to Philadelphia for college and medical school. At Temple University she received her Bachelor's degree in World Religion. She received her medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.
The Mindful Moose is the pride and joy of Lotus Family Practice. It's my dream coming alive right before my eyes. It's the space that will be used to teach, to explore, to heal, to come together and support one another as a community. There will be a variety of wellness classes offered for our members at no extra charge.
We are cultivating an environment where both staff & patients are seen and heard with the intention of redefining how healthcare is delivered. Thank you MOA! It's been a wonderful year as a doctor entrepreneur in Direct Primary Care. I love spending quality time with my patients and offering fun and engaging wellness classes.
This is a model of medicine that offers medical care for a low monthly membership fee, rather than billing insurance. Using the direct primary care model allows us to cut down our overhead because we don't have to hire three people to do insurance billing. That reduced overhead allows us to limit the number of patients in our practice and lower prices.
Reviews (10)
Tara Dubreuil
Mar 23, 2021
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I'm 38 yrs old and don't have health benefits. I found Lotus from a referral of a friend with the same situation. It works out great for me financially! I've had numerous visits there over the past year. Erica has always been very attentive to getting me in quickly and calling me back when I leave voicemails. I've never ever had someone so gentle and on the ball when doing blood draws. She's absolutely the best! I'm very thankful to have her as well as all other staff supporting me and providing great care with my health. With anything in life you must be patient and know they're a small practice
Rachel Legendre
Mar 02, 2021
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My 3 months at Lotus were probably collectively the worst medical experience I have ever had in 38 years. 1) The administrative staff/nurse? Erica was extremely rude to me at every interaction - face to face, phone, and email. She employs zero people skills and a non-caring demeanor. How she maintains a patient-facing position is beyond my understanding. 2) I joined Lotus specifically to see Dr. Krouse, the practice owner who came highly recommended, but was placed on a waitlist to see Dr. Gilman instead. Dr. Gilman did not live up to Dr. Krouse’s reputation - she said many hurtful, inappropriate
George Claassen
Jul 29, 2019
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I have heard many many very positive reviews from people who go to Lotus Family Practice. As a benefits consultant, I feel confident by referring Lotus to clients and their employees as the front line for accessing their primary care services. Friendly doctors and staff, long appointment times and easy of access. Can't recommend Lotus highly enough!!!
Adam Ginsberg
Jul 25, 2019
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I was amazed and impressed and how professional caring and knowledgeable this practice is. The staff is wonderful and above all, actually care about me as a patient. The doctors listen and do an absolute thorough examination. And then instead of just referring you to someone else or just prescribing you pills they talk with you about a wholistic approach that not only is designed to alleviate your symptoms but also develop a plan to move forward to a permanent solution. It reminds me of my doctor as a kid and i am thankful to be a patient.
Alison Busch
Jan 26, 2019
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Dr. Krouse and the team at Lotus Family Practice are the best! I have recommended her to everyone I know. If you are looking for a doctor who actually takes the time to listen to you and who is willing to search for real solutions (instead of just writing a prescription and getting you out of her office as fast as possible), Dr. Krouse is the doctor for you. In the past, I would feel anxiety any time I had to go to the doctor's office, but now I don't mind it one bit. The feel of the entire practice is--dare I say it--relaxing. Erica, her assistant, is always up front about what tests will cost
Jason McKown
Oct 26, 2018
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Absolutely the best healthcare provider I have ever used. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and made time to take care of my needs, and work around my awkward schedule. Dr. Gilman was so fantastic and caring. I am from out of state and would gladly make the long trip to return to this practice. I travel constantly for work and the program at this facility takes care of me no matter where I am.
Justin Starbird
Dec 15, 2017
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Sara Ameigh
Dec 06, 2017
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I've been a part of Dr. Krauses program for a year now and absolutely love it. It's holistic healing, she's given me custom mixed tea, to a clay remedy for bug bites. She gets a significant discount on labwork (full spectrum was like $30) and even showed me how to get a free IUD. I don't have traditional medical insurance but between my insurance supplements and her care I feel secure.
Jennifer Morin Edwards
Aug 17, 2017
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I could not be more pleased with the care I receive at Lotus Family Medicine. After YEARS of searching for a doctor who "got it," I am so grateful to have found Dr. Krouse. If you have been looking for a family practice where your voice will be heard, where preventive medicine and holistic health care are emphasized at least as much (if not more) than sick care, and where your doctor's care is dictated by your needs and not by what an insurance company recommends, I suggest giving Lotus a call.
Brian Ligotti
Oct 13, 2016
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I was beyond impressed with my experience at this doctor’s office. I was completely blown away by how helpful and kind Dr. Krouse was during my appointment. During the appointment it was clear that Dr. Krouse was actually listening to me as I talked. It was also clear how invested she was in my health and well being.
It was a wonderful change from the usual doctors appointments that felt rushed and impersonal. Dr. Cathy Krouse is engaged and empathic with all her patients. I would highly recommend this medical practice.
It was a wonderful change from the usual doctors appointments that felt rushed and impersonal. Dr. Cathy Krouse is engaged and empathic with all her patients. I would highly recommend this medical practice.
