Functional and Longevity Medicine in Philadelphia for Men & Women 35–65

Jessica Kresge is an accomplished administrative and clinical professional with more than a decade of experience supporting high-level patient care in anti-aging, functional, and preventative cardiovascular medicine.
For over 11 years, Jessica has been the Executive Assistant to Dr. Kenneth Varano, ensuring seamless operations across a fast-paced, physician-driven wellness practice. Her expertise spans appointment coordination, patient communication, clinical scheduling, physician support, patient education, procedure prep, and administrative system development.
Jessica enjoys volunteering, traveling, and spending time outdoors with her Chocolate Lab, Savannah. She values community and actively seeks professional growth opportunities within preventative and functional medicine.
Provocation agent administered prior to timed urine collection (<6hr). Reveals toxic metal burden that can block hormone and peptide response.
Identifies gluten sensitivity, intestinal permeability (leaky gut), and wheat-related immune reactivity – distinct from standard celiac testing.
DNA Based stool test detecting pathogens, bacterial imbalances, parasites, and digestive markers – a comprehensive gut microbiome assessment.
Non-invasive carotid artery ultrasound measuring arterial wall thickness – a direct look at your cardiovascular age.
Cardio Res-Q cardiac risk panel – lipid particle analysis, inflammation markers, and cardiovascular biomarkers beyond standard labs.
Evaluates intracellular vitamin, mineral, and antioxidant status – foundational to optimizing cellular health and peptide efficacy.
Full Sex hormone, thyroid and adrenal picture. Identifies imbalances that affect energy, recovery, cognition, and peptide response.
Advanced testing for immune reactions to wheat, gluten, and intestinal permeability.
What It Evaluates
Heavy metals like mercury, lead, cadmium, arsenic, and aluminum can cause:
Conditions We Identify