JESPER BRICKLEY

Dr. Jesper Brickley, DO, is a family physician who provides comprehensive primary care to patients of all ages at Hearthstone Health, a Direct Primary Care practice in Vermont. He emphasizes a patient‑centered approach that prioritizes long‑term relationships, preventive health, and accessible, affordable care without the constraints of traditional insurance billing. Dr. Brickley believes that by eliminating fee‑for‑service pressures, he can spend more time listening, partnering with patients, and tailoring wellness plans to each individual’s needs.

Originally from Montana, Dr. Brickley earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California, and completed a residency in Family Medicine at the University of Colorado‑Denver. After residency he served at Grace Cottage Hospital in Vermont for two years, gaining experience in both urban and rural settings. He also studied Latin American studies at Evergreen State College and spent a year in Ecuador, where he learned Spanish and interned in the Gran Sumaco National Park, enriching his cultural competence and commitment to health equity.