DPC Women's Cafe
Reclaim Joy, Peace, And Time
In Your Practice
Imagine walking into a coffee shop where all the patrons are female-identifying DPC physicians. DPC Women's Cafe captures that coziness and collective wisdom in virtual form.
Because when doctors thrive, patients thrive.
About Dr. Adame
Dr. Noemi Adame is a board-certified pediatrician and founder of Culver Pediatrics Center, a thriving Direct Primary Care practice grounded in her “Veggies Over Pills” philosophy. Beyond the exam room, Dr. Adame aims to advance the DPC movement by creating spaces so female-identifying physicians can build joyful, sustainable, burnout-proof practices rooted in authenticity and practical systems.
With compassion and honesty, Dr. Adame speaks out on how the corporate medical system works against women doctors, even as they deliver better patient outcomes. As the visionary leader of the DPC Women's Retreat, Dr. Adame empowers female physicians to reclaim their joy, peace, and time in their personal and professional lives through the power of collective wisdom.
Dr. Adame Pays It Forward
In gratitude to those who guided her journey, Dr. Adame offers a no-cost 45-minute meeting for physicians exploring or growing their DPC practices.
We Can Help You On Your Terms
Listen To Dr. Adame On Guest Podcast Episodes
Dr. Adame speaks out on the ways the corporate medicine system exploits female physicians even as we deliver superior outcomes. She discusses REAL, sustainable solutions with the podcast hosts. Scroll down for more podcast episodes.
Curated Health and Wellness Products
As a physician with roots in academics, Dr. Adame only forms affiliate partnerships with products she believes in and uses for herself, family, and patients. From her trusted Truvaga, a non-invasive vagus nerve stimulator to high-protein Amrita bars to her favorite Bright Light Therapy Lamp, she has carefully curated products that are backed by science to help other female doctors navigate their own health journey.
Subscribe To Our Free Newsletter
You likely cringe at the thought of another newsletter filling your inbox. As a busy physician leading a demanding practice, your time is precious. That’s why this one is different.
Our monthly (ish) newsletter arrives only when there’s content worthy of your valuable time: thoughtful reflections, new guest podcast episodes, curated events, wellness resources, and practical tools to help you build and sustain a joyful, meaningful DPC practice.
We protect your privacy and never sell your data. Dr. Adame writes every newsletter personally, not automated.
Schedule Coffee with Dr. Adame
In gratitude to those who guided her journey, Dr. Adame offers a no-cost 45-minute virtual meeting for physicians exploring or growing their DPC practices. She can answer questions on systems, workflow, pricing, and other logistics. Whether you are a DPC-curious doctor thinking of starting your journey, or you are experiencing growing pains after years of practice, Dr. Adame can troubleshoot with you virtually over a cup of coffee (or tea or your other favorite drink).
Join The DPC Women's Cafe Community
DPC Women's Cafe is a supportive private online community for female physicians to leverage collective wisdom and expertise. While running your own practice is fulfilling, it can be a lonely and isolating experience. Gender bias also affects the way female physicians must protect their time and energy. DPC Women's Cafe offers a safe space for female doctors to discuss these issues without judgement. Through online discussions, weekly virtual group chats, and exclusive content created or curated by Dr. Adame, female physicians now have a virtual coffee shop to find support.
Attend The Annual DPC Women's Retreat
Our capstone event combines the healing rejuvenation of a retreat with the learning and networking of a conference into one amazing weekend that offers CME. Being a female doctor is a sacred privilege and it comes with demands that no one understands except other female physicians. You spend every day healing and nurturing others. The retreat is your opportunity to be pampered, heal from the emotional labor unique to female doctors, re-evaluate your practice so it brings you joy once again, and make meaningful connections with other amazing women who are in your shoes.
Our Team
Physician /Owner
DPC Women's Retreat Leader
Women Physician Advocate
Dr. Noemi Adame
Registered Nurse, Holistic Nutrition Educator, Camp Veggie Director
Nurse Rebecca Morales
Practice Administrator, Executive Assistant, DPC Women's Retreat Event Planner
Joshlyn Benko
Listen to Podcast Episodes
Dr. Adame Speaks Out
Boundary-Protecting Systems For the Modern DPC
Dr. Adame chats with Dr. Anne Gonzalez about the systems she built to protect her time, energy, and health.
DPC Life
Host Dr. Anne Gonzalez
Compassion Fatigue, Burnout, and Protecting Your Joy
Dr. Adame talks about preventing compasion fatigue and leveraging tech to reduce burnout.
Embracing Joy
Host Makda Majette
Title: Boundaries-The Key to Physician Wellbeing
Dr. Adame explores the difference between rules and boundaries as well as systems to prevent compassion fatigue
SOMEDocs: Print to Pod
Host Dr. Dana Corriel
Title: When Doctors Break Quietly
Dr. Adame candidly opens up about what corporate medicine took from her and what Culver Peds restored.
DPC Life
Host Dr. Anne Gonzalez
Title: How Gender Bias Fuels The "Inefficient" Female Physician Myth
Dr. Adame shares data, stories, and solutions for change in a system built for men.
Inspired Mom MD's
Host Dr. Cindy Van Praag
Title: Holistic Wellness and Joy In Medicine
Dr. Adame shares 3 ways to protect your energy while caring for patients and why female physicians face unique challenges.
Embracing Joy Podcast
Host Dr. Makda Majette
Title: Why Great Patient Outcomes Don't Protect Female Doctors From Burn Out
Dr. Adame discusses the critical need for female physicians to prioritize their own health and implement sustainable practice systems.
KevinMD
Host Dr. Kevin Pho
Title: The Unique Challenges of Female Physicians
Dr. Adame discusses her viral article "Being a Female Doc Is a Different Job" and highlights gendered burdens in medicine, supported by data. She shares personal experiences that illustrate the differences in staff and patient interactions.
SOMEDocs: Print to Pod
Host Dr. Dana Corriel
Retreat FAQS
How in the world do I get to Culver, IN?
My team and I are so excited to share the beauty of Culver, our small town by the lake, with you. We are located in Northern Indiana, approximately 2 1/2 hours from Chicago, 45 minutes from South Bend/Notre Dame, and 2 hours north of Indianapolis. The closest airports are in South Bend, Chicago or Indy. For airport transfers to the retreat, we recommend NWI Airport Express- Phone: (219) 718-9706.
How many CME hours will the retreat offer?
We have been approved for a maximum of 16.25 CME hours for this retreat. Our CME accreditation is through the Indiana State Medical Association.
How do I pay for the retreat?
You will be charged a $300 non-refundable deposit at the time you register to reserve your slot. We will send you an invoice soon after registration and again as we get closer to the due date of August 25th. Full payment is due August 25th.
Do you accommodate dietary restrictions or preferences?
Yes absolutely! All meals are whole-foods, plant-based so they will be vegan, diary-free, egg-free, meat-free, and fish-free. Our menu emphasizes nutrient-dense, high-protein options created to help stabilize hormones and sustain optimal well-being. We aim to use local produce. Our greens, berries, and apples are locally grown. All meals will be gluten-free or have a gluten-free option upon request. All pastries are made by a local baker/farmer (who also provides some of our produce!) and are vegan and gluten-free. If you have additional dietary restrictions or preferences, please list on the registration form or let Josh know. Your safety and comfort is our priority.
I would like to share a room with a friend. How do we register?
If you wish to share a room with a friend, both of you should register for the retreat and pay the $300 deposit. List your roommate's name on the registration form, and ask them to list yours, and we will apply the discounted shared room cost to each of your invoices.
Will there be men at the retreat?
No participants, workshop leaders, or speakers are male. Chef Chris (my husband) will be at the retreat house to prepare, serve, and clean up for lunch and dinner on Friday and Saturday. One of the local male farmers may deliver produce during check-in, if his wife is unable to do so. We were able to secure a female yoga instructor, my dear friend Katie McMullen, for the entire weekend. She will also provide flowers for the retreat. Your safety and comfort is our priority.
Who will do my massage?
Jessica Sliter, owner of JS Massage and Esthetics, will be our on-site massage therapist. You can see her lovely face with us on the second photo of the 2025 gallery. I have known Jessica for about 9 years. She is one of our Culver Peds moms, in full disclosure. She does massages for our team retreats or when we offer free massages as a thank you to our patients. Your safety and comfort is our priority.
Who will do my Reiki treatment?
Lindsey Boyd, a Level II certified Reiki practitioner, will provide Reiki treatments on site. Lindsey is local and wonderful. I have received Reiki treatments from her and highly recommend her services.
LGTBTQ+ Safe Space
We welcome physicians who identify as female, woman, gender-diverse, or non-binary. While our content and language centers around female-identifying physicians' experiences, we aim to be a safe space for all.