Prevention at Fishtown Medicine
At Fishtown Medicine, we believe that prevention is the key to maintaining good health. It's not just about getting a yearly check-up or following a list of recommended screenings. It's about taking a proactive approach to your health and well-being, with the goal of helping you feel stronger now and stay healthier longer.
Our approach is based on data and tailored to your unique story and goals:
We look ahead to prevent conditions like cancer, cognitive decline, diabetes, and heart disease.
We also keep an eye out for early signs of inflammation, nutrient imbalances, and metabolic strain.
By using genetics, we can better understand how your body handles stress, detox, and repair.
And we support your mitochondria, immune system, and brain long before any symptoms appear.
What We Track and Personalize
We take a systems-based approach to reviewing your health, which includes:
Advanced labs and long-term biomarker trends
Wearable data (sleep, HRV, recovery, metabolic markers)
Genetic polymorphisms (e.g. APOE, MTHFR, COMT)
Lifestyle factors: nutrition, movement, stress, sunlight, and purpose
Your story — how your body actually feels and functions over time
Based on this information, we can tailor supplements, screening schedules, exercise recovery, and more to fit your specific needs and goals.
Healthspan > Lifespan
Our ultimate goal is not just to help you avoid disease, but to extend your healthspan – the years in which you feel clear-headed, capable, and connected. This is what truly makes a difference in living a long and fulfilling life.
As Peter Attia puts it,
“Early prevention isn’t about fear. It’s about leverage.”
By taking small actions now, such as making changes to your diet or incorporating a recovery practice, you can have a 10x impact on your health in the long run.
This Matters Most When You Still Feel Okay
Prevention isn't just for those with a family history of disease or concerning lab results. In fact, it's most powerful when you feel good because you have the flexibility to maintain your health. We've seen 60-year-olds with the biomarkers of a thriving 38-year-old, and others the same age with the physiology of someone in an ICU bed. The difference isn't luck – it's all about timing, intention, and action.
If you're ready to shift from reactive to proactive care, we're here to help. Just text us and we'll work with you to map out what's possible for your health and well-being.