The ability to make things happen, reach goals, and balance a demanding schedule are often measures of success. Being productive can feel really satisfying in the moment, however, maintaining an ambitious lifestyle may mean that something has to take a backseat. That something is usually one's health and well-being.

While a fast-paced, high-energy lifestyle can enhance focus and productivity when managed effectively, prolonged exposure to go, go, go can lead to burnout, exhaustion, and other negative health impacts. That’s why concierge care from Texas Health prioritizes wellness planning and prevention-based services with busy professionals in mind.

“The aim of concierge medicine primary care is to help you channel your drive and determination into taking control of your healthcare experience,” says internist Luke Ouyang, M.D., of Texas Health Executive Direct in Collin County and Medical Director of Executive Health for Texas Health Physicians Group. “You get the level of care you want, fit into your high-performance lifestyle.”

Concierge care from Texas Health focuses on providing a premium level of care with more personalized attention from your physician, including:

• Greater Access – The ability to reach your physician directly, day or night via phone, text or message through MyChart
• Fast Scheduling – Same-day and next-business-day appointments for care on your schedule, without the wait
• Longer Visits – Spend more time with your physician addressing health concerns and proactively working towards your wellness goals
• Simplified coordination of specialist care with just one call to your concierge provider

For a set membership fee, you have a relationship with your doctor that is one-on-one, uninterrupted, and designed around your needs for wellness.

How to Find Health Amid Your Hustle

A healthy mind and body are the foundation on which success is built. That’s why it’s essential to recognize well-being as a necessity rather than a nice-to-have. While you may value time, accessibility, and quality in most everything, Dr. Ouyang offers these strategies for also prioritizing health.

Cultivate Meaningful Connections

Despite a busy schedule, you can benefit from building a strong support network that includes your physician. “A sound doctor-patient relationship can be especially important during challenging or high-stress times when support and perspective are vital,” Dr. Ouyang notes.

The unhurried consultations that are a cornerstone of concierge care allow for thoughtful conversations about your health and well-being. Visits aren’t just about check-ups; they’re about getting preventive screenings, managing chronic conditions, and talking through health strategies and goals for the long term.

Practice Self-Care

It’s easy during the daily rush of deadlines, travel, and other commitments to neglect self-care. However, taking care of yourself is essential for maintaining physical and mental resilience. This includes getting enough sleep, eating an array of nutritious foods, exercising regularly, and engaging in activities that bring joy and calm.

“Meditation and yoga are great for even brief periods of downtime to reset your focus and boost your mood,” Dr. Ouyang acknowledges. “Add to this things like a diet that provides energy and supports heart health and movement that increases metabolism, and you’ve got a true recipe for success.”

Set Boundaries

Learning to say no is crucial when you start to find yourself feeling overcommitted. It's okay to decline additional responsibilities or delegate tasks when necessary.

“When you set boundaries around your time and energy, you can better focus on what matters — like your health — and avoid fatigue or burnout,” Dr. Ouyang says.

Embrace Imperfection

Excellence and perfection are common traits among high-achievers, but they can also be a source of stress and anxiety. There is value to be had in imperfection and setbacks when they are used as learning opportunities or the chance to reevaluate expectations. When you reduce the self-imposed pressure you put on yourself, you foster a relationship with success that won’t sacrifice your health.

“Finding balance between success and well-being can be a lifelong journey for busy professionals. By implementing a few strategies that prioritize health, you will likely achieve an overall sense of fulfillment that far outweighs external accomplishments,” Dr. Ouyang says.

Learn more about concierge care from Texas Health Executive Direct at TexasHealth.org/Concierge.