Steven D. Knope M.D.

About the Author

Dr. Steven D. Knope, M.D., is a distinguished physician and author with over three decades of experience in internal medicine and healthcare innovation. A graduate of the University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine, he has practiced as a concierge physician in Reno, Nevada, where he founded one of the nation's pioneering boutique medical practices. Dr. Knope's expertise lies in transforming patient care through personalized, accessible medicine, advocating for systems that prioritize quality over quantity in healthcare delivery. In his acclaimed book, Concierge Medicine: A New System to Get the Best Healthcare, he demystifies the concierge model, offering insights for patients and providers alike on achieving optimal health outcomes in a fragmented system. Beyond writing, Dr. Knope lectures widely on medical economics and patient advocacy, bridging the gap between clinical practice and policy reform.