Jackson Stone, CEO of Protocol, discusses extending healthspan, the difference between healthspan and lifespan, the motivators behind founding Protocol, the problem with traditional healthcare in the US, the importance of VO2 max in longevity, and the personalized approach of the Protocol method
Focus on extending healthspan for quality of life, not just lifespan extension.
Utilizing VO2 Max as a crucial indicator of longevity and overall health.
Concierge primary care model integrates data-driven diagnostics for personalized preventative healthcare.
Deep dives
Protocol: A New Approach to Personalized Healthcare
Protocol introduces concierge primary care focused on extending health span, emphasizing personalized and proactive healthcare. The team consists of Stanford scientists and experts aiming to enhance healthy years through cutting-edge tools and guidance. With a limited patient panel size, Protocol offers more time and attention for a comprehensive approach to individual health.
Health Span vs. Lifespan and the Importance of Longevity
Distinguishing between health span and lifespan, the podcast sheds light on the significance of extending healthy years. Health span signifies the period of being healthy and active, not just living longer. The episode underscores the essence of focusing on quality of life by preventing health issues that diminish the ability to enjoy later years.
VO2 Max and Aerobic Fitness's Impact on Health
Exploring VO2 Max, the podcast highlights the criticality of aerobic capacity for longevity. VO2 Max, linked to 10-year mortality rates, serves as a key indicator of overall health. Demonstrating the interplay between exercise, health, and life span, discussions emphasize the potential benefits of maintaining and improving aerobic fitness.
Concierge Medicine for Optimized Health Management
The transformative nature of concierge medicine offers a close doctor-patient partnership for enhanced healthcare. By integrating data-driven diagnostics, lifestyle factors, and regular tests, the model prioritizes preventative measures and fosters individualized health management. It promotes a proactive approach to health with consistent monitoring and tailored interventions.
DEXA Scans and Insights into Internal Health
The utilization of DEXA scans provides detailed insights into body composition, including visceral fat levels and bone density. By uncovering internal health markers often overlooked, DEXA scans offer valuable information for overall health management. The approach goes beyond external appearance, focusing on holistic well-being and longevity.
Protocol is a first-of-its-kind concierge primary care that delivers personalized, compassionate, and proactive healthcare designed to extend healthspan. Their team of Stanford scientists, world renowned doctors, and longevity experts are here to guide you with the best and most current tools on your path to live healthier, longer.
We discuss:
The difference between healthspan and lifespan
Is it possible to live forever
How would living indefinitely change life as we know it
Jackson's entrepreneurial path to ultimately founding Protocol
Why a health scare and poor healthcare experience led him to build a solution
The problem with traditional primary care in the US
How VO2 max is the best indication of longevity
Why your VO2 max today matters to your 90 year old self