Yes. Every HealthspanMD member works directly with Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, our founder, nationally recognized board-certified preventive cardiologist, and longevity expert. You’ll meet with him for your Comprehensive Heart Health Evaluation, which includes advanced diagnostics like echocardiogram, carotid ultrasound, ECG, and VO₂ max fitness testing. Dr. Hurst will personally review your results, identify hidden risks, and design a proactive plan to help you prevent heart disease, stroke, and dementia. Then, you will continue to meet at least quarterly throughout the year to assess progress and adjust your plan based on your results.
Dr. Robert Todd Hurst has nearly 30 years of clinical experience, including 20 years at the Mayo Clinic. He is a pioneer in Medicine 3.0, focusing on advanced diagnostics, early detection, and precision prevention. He founded Mayo Clinic Arizona’s Heart Health and Performance Program, the institution’s first heart disease prevention clinic, before leaving to launch HealthspanMD to fulfill his mission of providing a more comprehensive, patient-centered approach to longevity.
Absolutely. Dr. Hurst is fully involved in the care of every member, from conducting in-depth assessments to designing long-term prevention and treatment strategies. He’s known for spending over 600% more time with patients than the national average and for achieving an extraordinary track record—no plaque rupture heart attacks among his patients since 2007—thanks to his advanced, proactive approach to care.
Yes. Dr. Lisa Hurst, our co-founder, is a board-certified internal medicine physician with nearly 30 years of clinical experience, including 25 years at the Mayo Clinic. Even Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, a nationally recognized preventive cardiologist, says she is “the best doctor I’ve ever met.”
Dr. Lisa specializes in proactive, evidence-based care designed to protect heart health, prevent disease, and maintain strength and mental sharpness for the long term. Many HealthspanMD members work with both Dr. Lisa and Dr. Robert Hurst as part of their personalized care plan, benefiting from the combined expertise of two top-tier physicians.
Dr. Lisa Hurst spent 25 years at the Mayo Clinic before co-founding HealthspanMD. She focuses on comprehensive internal medicine, integrating advanced diagnostic testing with personalized prevention strategies to protect cardiovascular, metabolic, and brain health. Her expertise is especially valuable in identifying early signs of disease, often before symptoms appear, and helping patients maintain vitality as they age.
The Hursts combine their expertise Dr. Robert Hurst in preventive cardiology and Dr. Lisa Hurst in internal medicine to address every major driver of longevity. Their model integrates heart health, metabolic health, cognitive performance, physical strength, and lifestyle coaching into one coordinated plan. This team-based, precision approach is why their patients consistently see transformative results.
Their approach is synergistic. Cardiology and internal medicine complement each other perfectly when it comes to risk management, medication optimization, and disease reversal. Dr. Lisa’s expertise adds a critical dimension to Dr. Robert Hurst’s heart disease prevention strategies—addressing metabolic health (including blood sugar control and body composition), inflammation reduction, and hormone optimization.
The result is a comprehensive, precision-based plan that goes far beyond standard care. Simply put, you won’t find another doctor duo like Dr. Robert and Dr. Lisa Hurst anywhere else in the world.
Unlike most physicians working within insurance-driven systems, the Hursts left traditional medicine to create a model that allows unlimited time, advanced testing, and true personalization. They are deeply involved in every patient’s journey, use cutting-edge diagnostics to uncover risks years before symptoms, and have built a proven track record of preventing heart attacks and improving quality of life for high-risk patients.
Their approach is synergistic. Cardiology and internal medicine complement each other perfectly when it comes to risk management, medication optimization, and disease reversal. Dr. Lisa’s expertise adds a critical dimension to Dr. Robert Hurst’s heart disease prevention strategies—addressing metabolic health (including blood sugar control and body composition), inflammation reduction, and hormone optimization.
The result is a comprehensive, precision-based plan that goes far beyond standard care. Simply put, you won’t find another doctor duo like Dr. Robert and Dr. Lisa Hurst anywhere else in the world.
Our program is personalized, so the exact investment depends on your goals and how much support you want. You’ll get full details during your free Discovery Call with our New Patient Advisor, where we can better understand your needs.
We are a hybrid practice. That means we bill insurance for clinically necessary tests when possible, but all members of our Heart Longevity Program invest in a membership fee. Insurance doesn’t cover proactive, personalized care that prevents disease, it only covers treatment once you're already sick. That’s why we stay independent, so we can go above and beyond, and take a truly preventive approach without insurance limitations.
Insurance is built around “sick care,” meaning it pays for treatment after a problem appears. Our care is different. We focus on prevention, early detection, and helping you feel your best for the long term. That proactive approach isn’t considered “medically necessary” by insurance companies, even though it can dramatically reduce your risk of serious illness.
Yes, some of our members choose monthly payment options. Others prefer to pay upfront. We’ll walk you through all options during your Discovery Call so you can choose what works best for you.
We recommend committing to at least a year to see the full benefits of the program. That said, there’s no pressure. We want this to be the right fit for you. Most members stay because they see real results and love the care they receive.
Our Heart Longevity Membership Program is a comprehensive, precision medicine plan designed to prevent, treat, and reverse heart disease. Membership includes:
This program is designed for people who want to be proactive about their health—not just treat symptoms once they appear.
Traditional care is often short, rushed, and reactive. It focuses only on treating disease after it develops. At HealthspanMD, we take a proactive, prevention-first approach, spending over 600% more time with you than the national average, using advanced technology to uncover hidden risks, and creating a personalized, long-term plan to protect your heart, brain, and body.
We’re both. You’ll work directly with board-certified medical doctors and also have a dedicated Longevity Coach for ongoing support. This combination of medical expertise and hands-on coaching helps you make lasting lifestyle changes while managing and improving your health.
No. Many of our members do not have heart disease but join because they want to stay ahead of it, especially if they have a family history, borderline lab results, or simply want to feel younger, stronger, and more energetic for years to come.
Yes. We offer hormone therapy when it’s clinically appropriate, guided by Dr. Lisa Hurst’s 20+ years of experience at Mayo Clinic. We also provide guidance on peptides and other emerging treatments helping you understand the latest science, potential benefits, and risks so you can make informed decisions.
Our annual Heart Longevity Assessment goes far beyond standard medical checkups. It includes:
All testing is completed efficiently in one in-person visit so you can get results and a plan without multiple trips.
We are located in Phoenix, Arizona, inside the Biltmore Medical Mall at 2222 E Highland Ave, Suite #222. Our location is convenient for both local patients and those flying in from across the country.
Yes. We offer a hybrid care model. Your initial assessment is done in-person, but all follow-ups, coaching, and progress reviews can be done virtually or in person. This makes it easy for members anywhere in the U.S. to get the full benefit of our program.
No. Many of our members travel from out of state. You only need to come to Phoenix once a year for your in-depth assessment and testing. All other visits can be virtual, so distance is never a barrier to joining.
For most members, just once per year for your comprehensive assessment. The rest of your care, coaching, and check-ins can be done by secure video from anywhere.
Yes. As of right now, every HealthspanMD member works directly with Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, our founder and board-certified preventive cardiologist with nearly 30 years of experience, including 20 years at the Mayo Clinic.
Dr. Hurst personally conducts your Comprehensive Heart Health Evaluation, reviews your advanced test results, and designs your prevention and longevity plan. However, once Dr. Hurst’s patient panel reaches 250 active members, he will no longer be accepting new patients into his personal caseload.
If you want to work directly with Dr. Hurst, now is the time to join, spaces are limited and filling quickly.
Absolutely. Many of our members choose to keep their existing primary care physician and other specialists while working with us for advanced prevention and longevity care. We’re happy to collaborate with your current providers to ensure your care is seamless and coordinated. If you prefer, our team can also provide primary care services within the practice, so all of your health needs are managed under one roof.
Our primary focus is preventing, treating, and reversing heart disease. However, we also work with patients to manage and optimize related conditions or active problems such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, high Lp(a), abnormal ApoB, high coronary artery calcium scores or coronary artery disease, family history of heart disease, prediabetes and diabetes, metabolic syndrome, obesity, sleep apnea, and cognitive decline. Really, anyone who is proactive, and committed to adding an additional 10-14 years of healthy life. We take a root-cause approach identifying and treating the underlying drivers of disease, not just the symptoms.
While we do not provide oncology treatments, our proactive, comprehensive approach can be highly beneficial for cancer patients who want to improve overall health, protect heart function, and maintain strength during or after treatment.
Under the guidance of Dr. Lisa Hurst, our board-certified internal medicine specialist, we offer advanced cancer screening options as part of a broader prevention and longevity plan. We focus on optimizing cardiovascular health, metabolic function, and overall resilience so you can feel stronger and recover more effectively.
We also work closely with your oncologist and other specialists to ensure your care is seamlessly coordinated, giving you a truly integrated approach to health.
Not yet, but many members say our personalized coaching and frequent contact feel far more effective than any app. We currently provide a secure web-based platform where you can track your progress, communicate with your care team, and access your health data. An official HealthspanMD app is in development and will be available in the near future.
Virtual visits are easy, secure, and designed to fit your schedule. You’ll meet with your physician or longevity coach via HIPAA-compliant video conferencing, receive follow-up summaries, and get reminders for upcoming sessions. Most of our out-of-state members complete the majority of their care virtually after their annual in-person assessment.
Yes. In fact, couples who join together often see better results because they can support each other’s goals. We offer a discounted partner rate for the Heart Longevity Membership, and many couples find the shared experience makes lasting lifestyle changes easier and more enjoyable. Book a discovery call with a new member advisor to learn more about this!
No. Only your Initial Assessment is required in person, which is typically completed in one day in Phoenix. All other follow-up visits, coaching, and progress reviews can be done virtually from anywhere in the U.S.
You’re likely a great fit if you want more than quick fixes or rushed, one-size-fits-all care. Our members are typically proactive about their health, value advanced diagnostics, and want a clear, personalized plan to prevent or reverse heart disease, optimize longevity, and stay strong and independent for life. If you’re ready to invest in your long-term health, we’re ready to partner with you.
In many cases, yes. While not every aspect of heart disease can be undone, our precision-based approach can slow, stop, and even reverse certain disease processes. Using advanced imaging, targeted treatment, lifestyle optimization, and continuous monitoring, we’ve helped patients dramatically lower their risk, improve heart function, and in some cases, see measurable reversal of disease progression.
Our patients have achieved life-changing improvements, such as:
Many have avoided heart attacks and strokes altogether—Dr. Robert Todd Hurst has not had a patient experience a plaque rupture heart attack since 2007 thanks to this approach.
Yes, over 260 five-star Google reviews, plus dozens of patient success videos on our YouTube channel. Many of these patients started skeptical, thinking the results sounded “too good to be true,” but went on to experience transformations in their health, energy, and quality of life.
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