CHRISTOPHER HUGHES

Dr. Christopher Hughes is board‑certified in Internal Medicine and is dedicated to providing accessible, patient‑centered care through DirectMD Virtual Primary Care. He emphasizes a direct‑care model that fosters one‑on‑one communication, comprehensive preventive care, and personalized treatment plans, allowing patients to avoid the hassles of traditional office visits. Dr. Hughes believes that building a trusting relationship and spending ample time with each patient are essential to achieving optimal health outcomes.

He earned his medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine in Lubbock, TX, where he was a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas. With over a decade of clinical experience, Dr. Hughes has also held leadership roles, including service on the executive committee of a thriving medical practice and a two‑year tenure as assistant clinical director of the Health Texas Provider Network’s clinical laboratory. His extensive background informs his commitment to delivering high‑quality, evidence‑based virtual primary care.