SustainMD makes preventive care accessible through telehealth. Dr. Allison Pope Barbee works with patients to identify health risks early, review screening needs, and build a plan for long-term wellness from the comfort of home.
Preventive care is one of the most effective ways to protect your long-term health. By identifying risk factors before they develop into serious conditions, you can take action early when treatment is most effective and least disruptive.
Many chronic diseases, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers, develop gradually and without obvious symptoms. Regular preventive visits give your physician the opportunity to assess your risk, order appropriate screenings, and guide you toward the lifestyle changes and interventions that matter most.
At SustainMD, preventive care is approached as an ongoing relationship rather than a single visit. Dr. Allison Pope Barbee takes the time to understand your full health picture and works with you to stay ahead of the conditions most relevant to your age, family history, and lifestyle.
A virtual preventive care visit with SustainMD may cover:
Health Risk Assessment
Dr. Barbee reviews your personal and family medical history to identify risk factors for chronic disease, metabolic conditions, and other health concerns. This assessment guides which screenings and interventions are appropriate for you.
Based on your age, sex, and risk profile, Dr. Barbee will outline which health screenings are recommended. Lab orders, referrals, and specialist recommendations can be coordinated from your virtual visit.
Metabolic Health Review
SustainMD places particular emphasis on metabolic health. Blood sugar levels, cholesterol, blood pressure trends, and weight patterns are reviewed as part of your preventive care strategy.
Lifestyle and Nutrition Guidance
Prevention is not only about testing. Dr. Barbee provides personalized guidance on nutrition, physical activity, sleep, and stress management to support your long-term health goals.
Medication and Supplement Review
Your current medications and supplements are reviewed to ensure they support rather than undermine your preventive health goals.
Preventive care is for everyone, but especially valuable for individuals who:
Dr. Allison Pope Barbee brings expertise in family medicine and obesity medicine to every preventive visit. Your care goes beyond basic checkboxes and is grounded in a genuine understanding of how metabolic health, lifestyle, and disease risk are connected.
Preventive care does not require a waiting room. SustainMD delivers thorough, physician-led virtual primary care visits that allow you to take care of your health on your schedule.
SustainMD is built for patients who want consistent, proactive care. Dr. Barbee works with you over time to track changes, adjust recommendations, and keep you on the right path.
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Patients can access physician guided weight loss care through secure virtual visits.
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A preventive visit typically includes a health risk assessment, discussion of recommended screenings, metabolic health review, and personalized guidance on nutrition, activity, and lifestyle factors.
For most adults, an annual preventive visit is recommended. Your physician may suggest more frequent check-ins if you have existing conditions or elevated health risks.
Yes. Dr. Barbee can order lab work and recommend additional screenings during your virtual visit, completed at a lab location convenient for you.
They are closely related. Both focus on overall health rather than a specific illness. A preventive care visit may go deeper into screening needs and risk assessment, while a wellness visit covers general health status and goals.
Staying healthy is not just about treating problems as they arise. It is about building the knowledge and habits that prevent those problems from developing in the first place.
With SustainMD, preventive care is accessible, physician-led, and tailored to what matters most for your health.
Physician Credentials
Care is provided by Dr. Allison Pope Barbee, MD, a board certified family medicine physician with advanced training in obesity medicine and metabolic health.
Educational Disclaimer
Information on this page is provided for educational purposes and should not replace medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional.
Not Emergency Care
SustainMD telehealth services are not intended for emergency medical situations.
Privacy and Security
All virtual visits are conducted using secure, HIPAA compliant telehealth platforms to protect patient privacy.
Take the first step towards a healthier, happier you. Whether you’re interested in our comprehensive medical weight loss program, our dedicated obesity management services, or our revolutionary direct primary care model, SustainMD is here to help.
