MJ DeMarco
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So I've been sick in bed for the last 5 days (non COVID, likely the flu) and it was probably the worst I felt in my life. First, I rarely get sick. Second, I vomited several times which for me is unusual -- in my 52 years of life on this planet, I've only vomited 2 times due to sickness. Now it is 3.
As my 4th day of sickness continued, followed by the worst night of my life with zero sleep, I was thinking about going to the ER as I clearly needed an IV infusion. However I was hesitant as I was extremely weak with dizziness, didn't feel like waiting X hours, and I didn't want to expose myself to a high-Covid risk environment. I was extremely dehydrated with an insatiable thirst. Problem was, I was nauseous and could not keep any water down ... in other words, the more water I drank, the worse I felt. The less water I had, the more thirsty I got, and quite frankly, I think I started getting delirious.
Anyhow, I feel pretty good today and I feel it is thanks to a relative new business that probably isn't available in your area: The Medical Mobile IV service.
Instead of going to the ER, I was able to find a mobile IV service that got to my house in under an hour. (Serendipity: When I called, they were already doing an IV in my town).
A nurse visited my home, needled me into an IV and gave me a variety of infusions, from vitamins to anti-nausea and anti-inflammatory meds. Within an hour, I felt better. Better, I was able to get a full night of sleep.
Today, I feel better. Not normal, but better.
Anyhow, the young lady who did my IV said the business was pretty new (started in April) and that she now works there full time due to the growth. She said the growth has been all word of mouth (productocracy anyone??) and it was started by an ER doctor who knew people always went to the ER for IVs for non-emergency situations (like mine). She also said that many of their customers are not fighting illness, but athletes and people who just do it for preventative measures. (Repeat customers anyone??)
While this isn't a *new* business and I haven't really examined any potential value skewing opportunities, this clearly is a business with a STRONG VALUE PROPOSITION. And strong value props have productocracy potential.
My infusion cost about $200. To me, it was worth thousands. And it SAVED me thousands and a trip to the ER. (Which would have cost me $3K anyway).
If you're in the medical field (doctor, nurse, etc.) and are looking for a potential opportunity, a mobile IV service might be something to examine. It would also be a good franchising model as I'm sure a few already exist.
Also, if you're not feeling well or need an edge in athletics, it might be worth your investigation to try an IV service, either mobile or brick and mortar (there are locations you can go to as well).
I hope this thread/post helps someone, in business, or health, or better, both!
~MJ
As my 4th day of sickness continued, followed by the worst night of my life with zero sleep, I was thinking about going to the ER as I clearly needed an IV infusion. However I was hesitant as I was extremely weak with dizziness, didn't feel like waiting X hours, and I didn't want to expose myself to a high-Covid risk environment. I was extremely dehydrated with an insatiable thirst. Problem was, I was nauseous and could not keep any water down ... in other words, the more water I drank, the worse I felt. The less water I had, the more thirsty I got, and quite frankly, I think I started getting delirious.
Anyhow, I feel pretty good today and I feel it is thanks to a relative new business that probably isn't available in your area: The Medical Mobile IV service.
Instead of going to the ER, I was able to find a mobile IV service that got to my house in under an hour. (Serendipity: When I called, they were already doing an IV in my town).
A nurse visited my home, needled me into an IV and gave me a variety of infusions, from vitamins to anti-nausea and anti-inflammatory meds. Within an hour, I felt better. Better, I was able to get a full night of sleep.
Today, I feel better. Not normal, but better.
Anyhow, the young lady who did my IV said the business was pretty new (started in April) and that she now works there full time due to the growth. She said the growth has been all word of mouth (productocracy anyone??) and it was started by an ER doctor who knew people always went to the ER for IVs for non-emergency situations (like mine). She also said that many of their customers are not fighting illness, but athletes and people who just do it for preventative measures. (Repeat customers anyone??)
While this isn't a *new* business and I haven't really examined any potential value skewing opportunities, this clearly is a business with a STRONG VALUE PROPOSITION. And strong value props have productocracy potential.
My infusion cost about $200. To me, it was worth thousands. And it SAVED me thousands and a trip to the ER. (Which would have cost me $3K anyway).
If you're in the medical field (doctor, nurse, etc.) and are looking for a potential opportunity, a mobile IV service might be something to examine. It would also be a good franchising model as I'm sure a few already exist.
Also, if you're not feeling well or need an edge in athletics, it might be worth your investigation to try an IV service, either mobile or brick and mortar (there are locations you can go to as well).
I hope this thread/post helps someone, in business, or health, or better, both!
~MJ
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