A Case Study: How a Little-known Test Called a Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) Score Saves Lives

The personal story of a patient who sought to gain a better picture of his cardiovascular health – and saved life as a result

This is a true story about one of my patients who took the advice and got a series of heart tests purely for preventive measures, which, in the end, paid off. If we’re willing to take control, go outside the conventional healthcare space, and jump into the driver’s seat, we have far more power over our health span and lifespan than many believe. This is called decentralized medicine, and it’s becoming more popular.

“I Want A Health Check-up”

One of my patients, I’ll call him JD for anonymity, approached me about health optimization as he was approaching his fifties. His story conveys the power of the above message far better than statistics or citing studies ever could. With his permission, I share it here in the hope that it serves as a reminder that each of us is our best advocate for our health, and regardless of age or fitness level, the time …