The Executive Physical. Rebuilt.
60+ biomarkers. DEXA body composition. VO2 max. Cardiovascular risk modeling. Biological age. Physician interpretation against optimal targets - not just “normal.” Everything your annual physical misses. In one visit at our Boston clinic.
Board-Certified Physicians · MGH Network · Boston, MA · $2,995
What's in your comprehensive health assessment
Advanced diagnostics. Expert interpretation. One visit. Everything that matters - tested against optimal targets, not just standard reference ranges.
Advanced Bloodwork
60+ biomarkers - not the 15-marker panel from your annual physical. We test what the science says predicts long-term health outcomes.
- ApoB - the causal marker for cardiovascular disease
- Lp(a) - genetic cardiovascular risk, rarely ordered
- HbA1c, fasting insulin, hsCRP, hormones, metabolic panel
DEXA Body Composition
BMI tells you nothing. DEXA tells you everything - fat mass, lean mass, bone density by body region, and visceral adipose tissue.
- Regional body composition analysis
- Visceral fat quantification
- Bone mineral density assessment
VO2 Max Testing
The single strongest predictor of all-cause mortality. Not a treadmill stress test - a medical-grade measurement of your cardiorespiratory capacity.
- Clinical-grade cardiopulmonary exercise test
- Anaerobic threshold and training zones
- Physician-interpreted results
Cardiovascular Risk Modeling
AHA PREVENT risk score with 10-year and 30-year cardiovascular risk assessment, interpreted in the context of your full biomarker panel.
- 10-year and 30-year risk projections
- Contextualized with your full panel
Biological Age
Your chronological age is a fact. Your biological age is a variable. Phenotypic age calculation from blood biomarkers tells you which one matters.
- Phenotypic age from biomarkers
- Trackable over time
Physician Interpretation
1:1 consultation with a physician who specializes in proactive medicine. Results interpreted against optimal targets, not standard reference ranges. Actionable protocol included.
- Board-certified, MGH-affiliated physicians
- Actionable health protocol
Not your hospital's executive physical.
Hospital executive physicals test what insurance covers. We test what the science says matters.
| Standard Executive Physical | Protocol Executive Assessment |
|---|---|
| Basic lipid panel (total cholesterol, LDL-C) | 60+ biomarkers including ApoB, Lp(a), hsCRP, fasting insulin |
| Treadmill stress test (binary pass/fail) | VO2 max - gold-standard cardiorespiratory fitness measurement |
| BMI calculation | DEXA body composition - fat, lean mass, visceral fat, bone density |
| “Your cholesterol is fine” | Cardiovascular risk modeling (PREVENT score), biological age |
| Standard reference ranges (“normal”) | Interpretation against optimal targets - not just “not sick” |
| Report mailed in 2 weeks | 1:1 physician consultation with actionable protocol |
The data behind our approach.
Median member ApoB (mg/dL). US average: 100-110.
Median biological age delta (years younger)
Maintained or improved cardiovascular risk
Biomarkers tested vs. 15-20 in a standard executive physical
Outstanding expertise and actionable recommendations. Every result was explained and put in context.
Proactive, holistic, and specific to my needs and situation. Thorough in a way my previous physicals never were.
My former primary care said my cholesterol was “a little borderline, you don’t need to do anything.” Protocol’s response was very different. Thirty days later I cut my cholesterol in half. Best-in-class numbers now.
$2,995
A comprehensive executive health assessment - DEXA, VO2 max, 60+ biomarkers, cardiovascular risk modeling, biological age, and physician-led interpretation. One visit. One price. No insurance complexity.
Hospital executive physical programs charge $2,000-5,000 for basic labs and a treadmill test. Protocol’s Executive Assessment includes advanced diagnostics that most programs do not offer at any price.
How it works
Book your assessment
Schedule online or by phone. We confirm your appointment within 24 hours and send preparation instructions.
One visit, everything tested
Your assessment takes approximately 3 hours. DEXA, VO2 max, comprehensive bloodwork, and vitals - all in one session at our Boston clinic.
Physician review and your protocol
Within 7-10 days, you meet 1:1 with your physician to review every result, discuss what is optimal vs. where you are, and receive your actionable health protocol.
All testing at our Boston clinic. Assessment takes approximately 3 hours.
What Is an Executive Health Assessment?
An executive health assessment in Boston is a comprehensive health screening designed for busy professionals who want more than a standard annual physical. It goes beyond basic bloodwork and a brief physician visit to include advanced diagnostics - the kind of testing that catches risks years before symptoms appear.
Most executive physical programs, including those offered by major hospital systems, were designed decades ago. They include a basic metabolic panel, a treadmill stress test, and standard screenings. They tell you whether you are “normal.” They do not tell you whether you are optimal.
Why Standard Executive Physicals Fall Short
A standard executive physical in Boston typically includes 15-20 biomarkers, a treadmill stress test that produces a binary pass/fail, and a BMI calculation. These tests were designed to detect existing disease - not to identify early-stage metabolic, cardiovascular, or body composition risks that can be addressed before they become clinical problems.
They do not test ApoB, the causal marker for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. They do not test Lp(a), a genetically determined cardiovascular risk factor that cannot be modified by lifestyle and is rarely ordered by primary care physicians. They do not measure VO2 max - the strongest predictor of all-cause mortality. And they interpret results against standard reference ranges, which define “normal” as “not actively sick” rather than “optimally healthy.”
The Protocol Executive Assessment in Boston
Protocol’s Executive Assessment was built from the ground up around the question: what does the science say actually predicts long-term health outcomes? The answer is a comprehensive assessment that includes:
- Advanced bloodwork with 60+ biomarkers including ApoB, Lp(a), hsCRP, fasting insulin, and HbA1c
- DEXA body composition scan - fat mass, lean mass, bone density, and visceral fat by region
- VO2 max cardiorespiratory fitness testing - the gold-standard measurement of aerobic capacity
- Cardiovascular risk modeling with AHA PREVENT score and 10-year/30-year projections
- Biological age calculation from blood biomarkers
- 1:1 physician consultation with results interpreted against optimal targets and an actionable health protocol
Who Is This For?
The Executive Assessment is designed for senior professionals in the Boston area who want a thorough, efficient, evidence-based health screening - not a checkbox exercise. It is for executives, business owners, and high-performing professionals who value their time and want everything tested in one visit, interpreted by physicians who specialize in proactive medicine.
If you want ongoing physician support after your assessment, Protocol offers an annual membership program. But there is no obligation to continue beyond the assessment itself. The Executive Assessment is a defined product with a defined scope: comprehensive diagnostics, expert interpretation, and an actionable protocol - for $2,995.
Frequently asked questions
How is this different from a hospital executive physical?
Hospital executive physicals typically include basic bloodwork, a treadmill stress test, and standard screenings. Protocol’s Executive Assessment adds DEXA body composition, VO2 max testing, 60+ biomarkers (including ApoB and Lp(a)), cardiovascular risk modeling, and biological age - all interpreted against optimal targets by a physician trained in proactive medicine.
How long does the assessment take?
Approximately 3 hours for the testing session. You will receive a separate 1:1 physician consultation to review your results and protocol within 7-10 days.
Do you accept insurance?
The Executive Assessment is a self-pay service ($2,995). We can provide a superbill for potential out-of-network reimbursement, but most executive health assessments - including hospital-based programs - are not covered by standard insurance.
What happens after the assessment?
You receive a comprehensive report with all results interpreted against optimal ranges, plus a personalized health protocol. If you want ongoing physician support and monitoring, Protocol offers an annual membership program - but there is no obligation to continue beyond the assessment.
Who are the physicians?
Board-certified physicians with expertise in proactive and longevity-focused medicine, affiliated with the MGH hospital network for specialist referrals when needed.
Your health deserves better data.
Book your Executive Assessment. $2,995. One visit. Everything that matters.
Questions? Email info@protocol.us · Boston, MA
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