What if you could skip the hassle of last-minute travel clinic visits and still protect yourself from malaria, traveler's diarrhea, motion sickness, and more, before your next trip? In this episode, Dr. Tammy Allen, founder of Travel Meds 2 Go, breaks down the game-changing way she’s reinventing travel health through virtual prescriptions and preventative care.
A board-certified family medicine physician and avid traveler, Dr. Allen saw a major gap in how travel-related medical needs were addressed and she filled it. Whether you’re planning a vacation to Africa or a weekend trip to Colorado, this conversation will open your eyes to what most travelers overlook… until it’s too late.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
The Hidden Risk Most Travelers Miss – Why general physicians often don’t prescribe malaria meds or other travel treatments, and how that could leave you unprepared.
Why Prevention Is Power – The exact reason Dr. Allen’s approach is proactive, not reactive, and why it makes all the difference for your travel experience.
The Real Cost of Not Being Prepared – From emergency room visits abroad to language barriers and days wasted on clinic visits, Dr. Allen explains the avoidable pain points travelers often face.
What Travel Meds 2 Go Actually Offers – How a quick online form can get you essential prescriptions like altitude sickness meds, motion sickness prevention, or antibiotics, reviewed and approved by a U.S. physician.
The Concierge-Level Upgrade – Dr. Allen also shares her Travel Meds Elite Concierge service for travelers who want everything done for them, ideal for those with medical conditions or mobility challenges.
Why Your Regular Doctor Won’t Do This – An honest look at why most primary care physicians won’t prescribe travel meds and why a niche expert matters.
Behind the Business – How Dr. Allen built this innovative service from scratch, how she markets it, and the surprising lessons she’s learned stepping into the entrepreneurial world.
Memorable Quotes
“Your primary care doctor has 15 minutes with you. You mention diabetes, and then casually ask for malaria meds? It’s not happening.” – Dr. Tammy Allen
“Prevention is key. You don’t want to come back from your trip with malaria or traveler's diarrhea, especially when it could have been avoided.” – Dr. Tammy Allen
“We need to give patients more credit. Many of them are capable of using meds responsibly, especially when it could save them a hospital visit overseas.” – Dr. Tammy Allen
Learn More and Get Hassle-Free Travel Meds
Visit TravelMeds2Go.com to fill out a short online form and get physician-approved prescriptions sent straight to your pharmacy—before your trip.
Planning a big journey? Ask about the Travel Meds Elite Concierge service for full white-glove care.
Don’t leave your health up to chance. Prepare now, travel smarter.
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