Purpose of the Assessment
The Initial Metabolic Health Assessment is designed for adults who want to improve their weight, blood sugar, blood pressure, cholesterol, or overall metabolic health through an evidence-based, personalized approach. This assessment helps identify the lifestyle factors contributing most to your current health and provides a structured plan for meaningful, long-term improvement.
This assessment is not a sales call or a brief consultation. It is a formal evaluation intended to replace assumption with clarity and professional judgment.
What This Assessment Evaluates
The assessment focuses on understanding metabolic health in context, including:
Current health concerns and long-term goals
Occupational demands, schedule, and stress load
Nutrition patterns and meal structure
Body weight history and waist circumference trends
Daily movement and physical activity patterns
Sleep duration and consistency
Alcohol intake patterns
Family history of metabolic or cardiovascular disease
Medication use and relationship with a primary care physician
When available, the following self-reported metrics are reviewed for trend interpretation:
Body weight
Waist circumference
Blood pressure
Fasting blood glucose
These metrics are not used for diagnosis or medical decision-making, but to inform risk awareness and longitudinal tracking.
Structure of the Assessment
The Initial Metabolic Health Assessment is conducted as a 60-75 minute video-based session and includes:
Review of a comprehensive intake form (completed in advance)
Clarification of health history and lifestyle patterns
Discussion of current challenges and previous attempts at change
Identification of key limiting factors affecting metabolic health
Determination of whether this practice is appropriate for your goals.
Following the assessment, each individual receives a concise written summary outlining:
Primary metabolic risk considerations
The most significant behavioral leverage point
A projected 6-12 month trajectory if unaddressed
A projected 6-12 month trajectory with structured intervention
A clear determination regarding appropriateness for the 12-Month Remote Metabolic Health Engagement
This written summary provides clarity and direction regardless whether ongoing engagement proceeds.
What This Assessment Is Not
This assessment does not include:
Prescriptive diet plans
Medical nutrition therapy
Diagnosis of disease
Interpretation of laboratory results for treatment decisions
Strength testing
Psychological counseling or therapy
Medical concerns are referred to appropriate licensed healthcare professionals when indicated
Professional Fee
Assessment fee: $150
Payment is required at the time of booking
The assessment is conducted remotely via secure video conference
This fee reflects professional preparation, structured evaluation, and individualized written synthesis. The assessment is independent of any future engagement.
Relationship to the Engagement
Completion of the Initial Metabolic Health Assessment does not guarantee acceptance into the 12-Month Metabolic Health Engagement.
Selectivity is intentional and necessary to ensure safety, appropriateness, and quality of care.
How to Proceed
Individuals interested in scheduling an Initial Metabolic Health Assessment may begin by submitting a brief intake form. All submissions are reviewed prior to scheduling.
This practice operates on a limited-capacity model.
Initial assessments are typically scheduled by referral.
To inquire about scheduling an Initial Metabolic Health Assessment, please contact:
Email: contact@dakotadustinphd.com