Fountainlife CEO Dr. Bill Kapp on Longevity, Preventative Medicine, and Healthspan

The Bob Johnston Podcast

Summary

Dr. Bill Kapp talks about Fountain Life's plans to make advanced health screening technologies more accessible by partnering with places like hotels, residential communities, and golf clubs. This approach aims to offer their services outside of traditional healthcare settings to make them more available and affordable. They plan to start in Dallas, working with Invited Clubs, and will use generative AI for thorough health data analysis, moving from general healthcare to personalized medicine.

Dr. Kapp explains Fountain Life’s efforts to lower membership costs and expand their services by teaming up with various non-traditional venues. He mentions their acquisition of LifeOmic, which combines different health data into a complete electronic health record (EHR) system to support personalized medicine. He also stresses the importance of individuals owning their health data and the difficulty of trusting big tech companies with this information.

The discussion highlights the need to screen healthy people to detect diseases early, even though traditional medicine often opposes this idea. Dr. Kapp also talks about the rapid progress in medical imaging technology, the slow adoption of new medical practices, and the potential of AI to improve healthcare by helping doctors keep up with the fast growth of medical knowledge. He emphasizes the use of wearable technology to monitor health metrics and the idea of making health tracking fun and competitive to encourage users.

Dr. Kapp also talks about the potential of new technologies in extending life, predicting major advancements by 2030. He mentions the involvement of Peter Diamandis and Tony Robbins in Fountain Life, who bring their tech expertise and wide influence in business and sports to the company’s mission. The company also plans to conduct FDA trials for promising longevity technologies to ensure they are safe and effective.

Dr. Kapp shares his personal health and fitness philosophy, recommending weightlifting, a balanced diet, and regular health check-ups. He discusses the upcoming launch of a digital twin technology that will let users track various health metrics through a virtual avatar. The conversation ends with a focus on making advanced health screening available in home environments and communities by working with developers to offer membership-based screening services through homeowner associations (HOAs). Dr. Kapp advises listeners to carefully evaluate medical advice and take proactive steps for their health.

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Bio

Dr. William Kapp is a dynamic entrepreneur who has founded several healthcare start-ups, ranging from surgical centers and hospitals to electronic health record systems and medical real estate developments. He is passionate about introducing cutting-edge technology to enhance both the facilities and operations of healthcare organizations. As a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, former USAF Flight Surgeon, and type-rated jet aircraft pilot, Dr. Kapp possesses a unique combination of medical expertise and aviation knowledge. This diverse background fuels his innovative approach to improving healthcare delivery and patient outcomes.

Dedicated to advancing a new healthcare paradigm focused on the detection and reversal of asymptomatic diseases, Dr. Kapp leverages the latest advancements in medical technology and innovation. His commitment to this cause is evident in his continuous efforts to integrate state-of-the-art solutions into healthcare systems, ensuring early detection and effective management of diseases before they become symptomatic. Dr. Kapp's forward-thinking vision and dedication to improving patient care have made him a respected leader in the healthcare industry.

Dr. Kapp's academic journey began with a B.S. in Biochemistry from the University of Georgia, followed by an M.S. in Immunology and an M.D. from the Medical College of Georgia, whe