Dr. Henry Youga, MD | DPC Provider | DPC Directory
Family Medicine
About
Dr. Henry J. Youga, MD is the founder and sole physician of Sovereign Direct Primary Care in Columbus, Ohio. With more than 24 years of experience across outpatient, inpatient, nursing home, emergency room, urgent care, and clinical research settings, Dr. Youga brings a breadth of clinical expertise to his patients. He is board‑certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine since 2000 and has practiced medicine in multiple states, including Ohio, Kansas, Nevada, and Michigan.
Dr. Youga’s practice is built on the Direct Primary Care (DPC) model, which emphasizes transparent, subscription‑based care, unlimited access, and longer visits. He believes that removing fee‑for‑service insurance constraints allows him to focus on preventive health, chronic disease management, and personalized wellness counseling. Patients benefit from unlimited texts, emails, video visits, and same‑day appointments, fostering a collaborative partnership that empowers individuals to take charge of their health.
Education
Medical School: University of California at San Francisco (2000)
Residency: Central Maine Medical Center
Board Certification & Credentials
Degree: Doctor of Medicine
Specialty: Family Medicine
Board Certified: American Board of Family Medicine (expires 2000)
Years in Practice: 24+ years
Licensing
NPI Number: 1144286857
Primary License: Ohio (OH) - 35C.000290 (expires 45634)
Community Involvement
Dr. Youga emphasizes community empowerment through accessible primary care, offering educational resources, wellness programs, and personalized health coaching to residents of Columbus and the surrounding Central Ohio area.
DPC Experience
Started DPC: 1/1/2025
Planning to Start DPC: 1/1/2025