Stay Ahead Of Health Problems With Preventive Care In Rockville, MD
Good health isn’t just about treating illness. It’s about preventing it. At Aurora Primary Care in Rockville, MD, we provide comprehensive preventive care to catch health risks early and keep you well for years to come. From annual physicals to personalized screenings, we give you the time and attention you need to stay healthy every day.
- Comprehensive annual exams without rushing, with time to address all your concerns
- Personalized screening schedules based on your age, history, and risk factors
- Direct access for follow-up questions and results review
- Transparent pricing with most preventive visits included in membership
The Difference: DPC Preventive Care vs Traditional Preventive Care
In traditional healthcare, preventive visits are often rushed, limited to “what insurance covers,” and feel like checking boxes. Aurora’s Direct Primary Care makes prevention personal by giving you longer appointments, customized screening plans, and a doctor who knows your full health story.
Continuity
of Care
Your Aurora doctor knows your complete health history, family background, and lifestyle. This leads to personalized screening plans instead of generic checklists and better early detection of risks.
Time That Actually Prevents
Traditional preventive visits are often 10 to 15 minutes, which is barely enough to review your vitals. Our appointments last 30 to 60 minutes, giving us time to discuss your family history, lifestyle, concerns, and create a truly personalized prevention plan.
No Financial Barriers to Prevention
Most preventive visits, screenings, and follow-ups are included in your membership. There are no copays discouraging you from coming in and no surprise bills, just proactive care that keeps you healthy.
Common Preventive Services We Provide
We provide a complete range of preventive care services to support your long-term health.
- Annual wellness visits and comprehensive physicals
- Age-appropriate health screenings, including blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes
- Cancer screenings for breast, cervical, colon, prostate, and skin cancer
- School and sports physicals
- Pre-operative medical clearance
- Travel consultation and vaccine advice
- Lifestyle and nutrition counseling
Preventive care works best when it’s consistent. Regular check-ins help us catch changes early and adjust your plan as you age.
Preventive Care That's Truly Included
Your DPC membership covers comprehensive preventive care, including annual visits, screenings, and wellness counseling. Because we don’t bill insurance per visit, we can focus on keeping you healthy instead of coding and paperwork.
What’s included
- Comprehensive annual physical exams
- Routine health screenings, including blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, and BMI
- Age-appropriate cancer screening counseling
- Immunization review and vaccine recommendations
- Lifestyle, nutrition, and exercise counseling
- Family history review and personalized risk assessments
- In-office EKG (electrocardiogram) with faster results
Ancillary services
- Routine lab work, such as cholesterol panels, metabolic panels, and thyroid tests, is available at transparent deeply discounted pricing through select vendors. Pricing is often significantly lower than insurance rates. Advanced screenings like mammograms or colonoscopies are typically covered by your insurance as preventive services. We will always notify you of costs before ordering tests.
Note: Beginning January 1, 2026, HSA funds will be allowed to pay for qualified DPC memberships. Check with your HSA administrator for details.
How Preventive Care Works at Aurora (Thorough, Personal, Proactive)
- Comprehensive health review: We start with your complete health history, family background, lifestyle, and any concerns. This creates a baseline and identifies your unique risk factors.
- Personalized screening plan: Based on your age, history, and risks, we recommend the right screenings and tests. These are not just what's "standard," but what's right for you.
- Ongoing monitoring: Preventive care isn't once a year. We track changes over time, adjust your plan as you age, and catch emerging risks early through regular check-ins.
- Direct access for questions: Get test results explained, ask follow-up questions, or discuss new concerns via text, call, or telehealth, without waiting weeks for answers.
Real Patients, Real Results
We were visiting DC recently and our grandchild needed urgent care. Dr. Malhotra provided exceptional & compassionate care. She was warm and immediately connected with the child. Her kindness, patience, and genuine concern made all the difference during this stressful time. We’re so grateful!
Mary E.
Dr. Malhotra is a gem! She has gone above and beyond to offer compassionate, thoughtful care by really listening to my health concerns and helping me make informed medical choices. She has helped me navigate kidney stones and hypertension and I am healthier today because of her care. I wish I could give more than five stars!
Melanie N.
I am 55 years old and compared to my other physicians Dr. Malhotra is far superior. She is very knowledgeable, takes a practical approach to medicine, and most of all she listens. She makes it a point to follow up with all my other doctors to ensure that she has a complete picture of my health.
BBClark
Dr. Malhotra is the best medical provider I've had in my 25 yrs living in the US. She listens carefully, explains in detail, does not rush, and is thorough in her examinations and overall health profile. Her global practice has exposed her to many medical conditions, including tropical illnesses I've had, and she understands alternative complementary treatments while remaining scientifically grounded. I cannot recommend her highly enough.
Erika F.
About Dr. Malhotra
- Board-certified family physician
- 25+ years experience across the U.S. and internationally
- Worked with leading healthcare systems: Johns Hopkins-Sibley, GWU-MFA, Adventist Health, One Medical, Henry Ford Health
- Evidence-based, patient-centered prevention approach
Frequently Asked Questions
An annual wellness visit focuses on prevention planning by reviewing your health risks, creating screening schedules, and discussing lifestyle changes. An annual physical includes a comprehensive hands-on exam, vital signs, and may include lab work. At Aurora, your annual visit combines both, providing a thorough physical exam plus personalized prevention planning in one longer appointment.
Most adults benefit from annual preventive visits. If you have chronic conditions, a family history of disease, or specific risk factors, you may need more frequent monitoring. We'll create a schedule tailored to your needs, and with membership, you can come in anytime concerns arise without worrying about copays.
It depends on your age, gender, family history, and risk factors. General guidelines include blood pressure and cholesterol screening starting in your 20s to 30s, diabetes screening in your 40s, colon cancer screening at 45, mammograms at 40, and bone density screening for women at 65. We'll review recommendations specific to you and explain why each screening matters.
Most preventive visits and counseling are included in your Aurora membership. Basic lab work is available at wholesale pricing. Advanced screenings like mammograms, colonoscopies, and DEXA scans are typically covered by your insurance as preventive services at no cost to you. We help coordinate these and review results with you.
Yes. We offer international travel consultations to review destination-specific health risks and recommend vaccines or medications, such as malaria prophylaxis or traveler's diarrhea antibiotics. Common travel vaccines include Hepatitis A and B, typhoid, yellow fever referrals, and routine vaccine updates. Schedule your travel consult 4 to 6 weeks before departure.
Yes. Our longer appointment times, typically 30 to 60 minutes, allow us to combine your physical exam, preventive screening discussions, vaccine reviews, and health counseling in one comprehensive visit. We don't rush you through the appointment. We address everything you need in one visit.
If screenings reveal concerns, such as elevated cholesterol, abnormal blood pressure, or pre-diabetes, we'll discuss results immediately and create a management plan. For most issues, we provide ongoing care and monitoring. If you need specialist care, we co
We follow evidence-based guidelines from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, CDC, and specialty societies, then personalize recommendations based on your family history, lifestyle, and risk factors. We discuss each recommendation so you understand why it matters and can make informed decisions.
Preventive care at Aurora works especially well if you:
- Want comprehensive, unhurried annual exams
- Have a family history of heart disease, cancer, or diabetes
- Value personalized screening plans rather than generic checklists
- Want a doctor who knows your complete health story
- Prefer transparent pricing without surprise bills
The best way to find out is to schedule a free meet & greet to discuss your health goals and prevention needs.
Take the First Step Toward A Healthier Future
Your health is your most valuable asset, and prevention is the key to protecting it. Join Aurora for comprehensive preventive care in Rockville with personalized screening plans, longer visits, and a doctor who knows you. Pre-tax HSA payment eligibility begins January 2026.
