Advantage Primary Care

Advantage Primary Care is an independent practice on Forest Avenue in Richmond, Virginia, where primary care and aesthetic treatments share one office. The practice accepts new patients aged 14 and older, and appointments can be booked online through NexHealth or by phone. Weekday hours run from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, and from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM on Thursday. Saturday and Sunday have limited hours, though the times are not published.

The primary care side covers annual physicals, preventive care and management of chronic conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure. Patients who are ill are prioritized for same-day sick visits. Other services include thyroid disorder treatment, allergy testing, mental health support, depression and anxiety care and pain management, with in-house lab testing available on site.

Botox is used for forehead lines, frown lines, crow's feet, under-eye and bunny lines, lip lines, chin dimpling and neck bands. According to the practice, a session takes about 10 to 15 minutes, numbing cream is available on request, and results begin within 3 to 5 days and are fully visible by 10 to 14 days. The effect typically lasts about 3 to 4 months, and maintenance every 3 to 4 months is recommended. Laser options run on the Alma Harmony XL PRO system: ClearLift is a lunchtime facial of about an hour with no downtime aimed at fine lines, Er:YAG ablative laser resurfacing removes damaged skin layers for deep wrinkles, sun damage, acne scars and rough texture, and IPL/DPL addresses sun spots, freckles, rosacea, broken capillaries and uneven tone. Laser lesion and mole removal covers benign moles, skin tags and unwanted growths, and laser sessions run 30 to 90 minutes depending on the laser and area.

Body sculpting is a non-invasive option for stubborn areas such as the chin, abdomen, back, hips, thighs, upper arms, buttocks and bra line. It is performed with the Alma Accent Prime system, which uses ultrasound and radiofrequency energy. Several areas can be treated in one visit, usually as a series spaced over several weeks, and plans are set during a consultation based on problem areas, body type and goals. The practice states that results typically appear 8 to 12 weeks after the series is complete and that there is no downtime. Biote bioidentical hormone pellet therapy is offered to men and women, with pellets placed just beneath the skin and dissolving over 3 to 6 months. Stemwave therapy, a pressure and thermal treatment, is used for chronic pain, arthritis, TMJ disorders, sports injuries and post-injury recovery, and the practice says most patients notice improvement within 3 to 5 sessions. Medically supervised weight management includes an initial assessment, nutrition guidance, exercise planning and regular follow-ups.

Advantage Direct is the practice's membership program. Existing patients pay $99 per month with a three-month minimum. New patients pay a $99 initiation fee followed by $99 per month, also with a three-month minimum. Membership covers unlimited regular office, sick and telehealth visits. Labs are billed at cost on top of the fee, and procedures are billed separately with upfront pricing. The membership is described as suited to patients who are underinsured, have insurance the practice does not accept, or want to avoid surprise medical bills. The practice describes itself as known for an unhurried approach and clear communication.

The practice describes its care as personalized and unhurried, delivered in a welcoming setting with clear communication.

The practice describes a welcoming environment for its visits.