Metabolic Health & Body - Dr. Jennifer McCabe-Lentz, MD

Direct Family Care of Northern Colorado, led by Dr. Jennifer McCabe Lentz, is a healthcare provider specializing in weight loss and metabolic health. The practice is based in Fort Collins, CO, and is known for its physician-led, holistic approach to weight management and overall health. With a focus on ideal metabolic health, the clinic helps patients achieve optimal energy levels, mood, sleep quality, and reduced risk of chronic diseases through personalized lifestyle changes and, when appropriate, medication.

Key Features:

• Personalized Weight Loss Programs:
  • Physician-Led Approach: Dr. Lentz offers a comprehensive program that considers nutrition, activity, stress, sleep, and overall health.
  • Holistic Strategies: The clinic emphasizes diet, fasting, stress management, sleep, and fitness to assist patients in reaching their health goals.
• Initial Consultation and Follow-Up:
  • Detailed Initial Visit: A 60-75 minute session with Dr. Lentz to review history, discuss monitoring tools, and create a custom plan.
  • Weekly Progress Tracking: Weekly follow-ups for the first 4-6 weeks to monitor weight, vitals, and discuss the potential use of medications.
  • Bi-Monthly Visits: After the initial period, visits become bi-monthly with continued focus on nutrition and lifestyle adjustments.
• Sustainable Lifestyle Changes:
  • Real Whole Foods: The clinic advocates the use of real whole foods for a sustainable and healthy lifestyle.
  • Comprehensive Lifestyle Modifications: Encourages activities and habits that contribute to ideal metabolic health, such as prioritizing protein, optimizing sleep, managing stress, and being active.
• Medication Use:
  • Medications as Needed: The clinic may incorporate medications to aid in achieving weight loss goals, tailored to individual needs.
• Membership Benefits and Options:
  • Diet Doctor Subscription: Offers a free subscription for one month to support dietary planning.
  • Intensive Support: Structured program with intensive follow-up for thorough guidance.
  • Lab Evaluations: Includes evaluation of comprehensive lab panels to monitor health improvements.
• What’s Not Included:
  • Insurance and Additional Costs: The clinic does not bill insurance and additional costs for labs, imaging, and medications are not included, though reduced-cost options are available.

Direct Family Care of Northern Colorado provides a unique and effective approach to weight loss and metabolic health, emphasizing the importance of a comprehensive, personalized plan. Dr. Lentz and her team are dedicated to supporting patients every step of the way, from the initial consultation to ongoing maintenance. Through their expertise in both family and obesity medicine, the clinic offers a path to improved health and well-being that goes beyond traditional weight loss methods.