Dr. Russell Van Maele, DO
Dr. Russell Van Maele, founder of Black Sheep Health, is a board-certified internal medicine physician focused on longevity. Life balance includes being a Christian, husband, father, and outdoorsman.
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Founder/CEO
Professions: Internal Medicine Doctor, Internal Medicine Physician
Specialties: Bioidentical hormones, Health & Longevity, Peptides
Dr. Russell Van Maele is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician and founder of Black Sheep Health, a concierge practice focused on hormone optimization, metabolic health, and longevity for high-performing individuals.
Licensed in all 50 states, he brings extensive experience in telehealth medicine, clinical protocol development, and physician oversight across multiple national organizations. His approach integrates advanced diagnostics, lifestyle medicine, and personalized care to help patients optimize performance and long-term health.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Van Maele is a Christian who strives to honor Jesus Christ in his work and life. He is a devoted husband and father of two who enjoys the outdoors, including hunting, fishing, and farming, with a long-term goal of living more self-sufficiently off the land.
Ideas for podcast episodes :
Peak Human Protocol
Peptides, Hormones, and Longevity for High Performers
Questions I'm always ready to answer :
Episode Questions / Content Prompts
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What actually defines a “peak human” in today’s world—labs, performance, or longevity?
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Why are so many high performers operating at a fraction of their biological potential?
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At what point should a high performer consider optimizing hormones instead of “pushing through”?
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What are the biggest mistakes people make when it comes to testosterone and hormone optimization?
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Are peptides the missing link between performance and recovery—and who actually needs them?
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Which peptides are overhyped, and which ones actually move the needle clinically?
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Is longevity just about living longer, or is it about extending your peak years?
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What are the top biomarkers that predict whether someone will age well or break down early?
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If you had to build a “peak human protocol” from scratch, what are the first 3 things you’d optimize?
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What separates someone who gets average results from someone who completely transforms their biology?