Clinic Overview
Egemed Hospital Check-Up (General Health Screening) Clinic
Today’s modern approach to medicine is based not only on treating diseases once they have emerged, but also on identifying disease risks before they develop and adopting a preventive (protective) approach. Check-up (General Health Screening) programs, one of the most important components of this scientific approach, are designed to assess an individual’s current health status using objective data and to detect latent diseases at an early stage.
At the Egemed Hospital Check-Up Clinic, our primary goal is to extend individuals’ healthy lifespan, analyze genetic or environmental risk factors, and maintain quality of life. It is important to remember that regular health check-ups should be considered an integral part of routine preventive medicine—not only when symptoms are present but also for healthy individuals.
[ Key Medical Benefits of Check-Up Programs ]
- Early identification of potential health risks (cardiovascular, metabolic, and oncological).
- The detection of silent diseases that have not yet manifested clinical symptoms.
- Objective assessment of bodily functions using blood, urine, imaging, and physical examination data.
- Raising medical awareness regarding an individual’s family history and lifestyle habits (diet, sleep, stress).
- Preventing unnecessary and repetitive tests and procedures to ensure informed healthcare management.
Why Is Early Detection Critical? (Silent Threats)
Among the most common health issues of our time, coronary artery (cardiovascular) diseases, cancer, hypertension, and diabetes play a significant role. A large proportion of these diseases can progress insidiously, without showing any symptoms in their early and developing stages.
[ Metabolic and Cardiovascular Risks ]
Conditions such as hypertension and type 2 diabetes can progress for years without causing any symptoms. However, during this time, they can cause permanent damage to the blood vessels of vital organs such as the brain, heart, eyes, and kidneys. Through routine blood sugar (HbA1c), cholesterol profile, and EKG measurements in check-up programs, these risks are identified at the cellular or electrical level, allowing for preventive measures to be taken.
[ Cancer Screenings ]
The most important factor in successfully treating diseases such as breast cancer, prostate cancer, colon (bowel) cancer, and cervical cancer is "early detection." Mammograms, PSA tests, Pap smears, or fecal occult blood tests—when scheduled according to age and gender—enable these conditions to be detected in their treatable early stages.
Personalized Check-Up: How to Plan the Content?
At Egemed Hospitals, check-up programs are not based on a "one-size-fits-all" package approach where everyone undergoes the same tests; instead, they are planned using a medical algorithm that takes into account the patient’s individual characteristics and genetic makeup.
Physical examinations, laboratory tests, and radiological imaging methods are tailored to each individual based on the following parameters:
The Egemed Check-Up Process: Your Step-by-Step Health Map
From the moment you step into our hospital, your care process is coordinated by our check-up consultants and specialist physicians. A reliable and scientifically sound health assessment consists of the following steps:
Initial Consultation and Blood Draw
When you arrive at our hospital in the morning on an empty stomach, we will review your medical history to determine the most appropriate program for you. We will then collect your samples under sterile conditions for laboratory tests (blood, urine).
Radiological Imaging and Cardiological Evaluation
Following blood collection (depending on the planned procedure), imaging and physiological tests such as chest X-rays, full abdominal ultrasounds, ECGs, stress tests, or echocardiograms are performed by specialized radiology and cardiology teams.
Clinical Physical Examinations
In addition to a board-certified internist, our specialists in gynecology, urology, ophthalmology, and dentistry—all of whom are included in your check-up package—will conduct thorough physical examinations.
Evaluation of Results and Reporting
Once all laboratory and imaging results are available, our Internal Medicine physician will conduct a comprehensive analysis of the data. The process is completed by sharing a detailed report with you that outlines your current health status, potential risks, and lifestyle recommendations (diet, exercise, etc.).
What You Need to Know and Keep in Mind Before Your Check-Up
To ensure that test results provide accurate and objective data, certain medical preparations must be followed before coming to our hospital:
[ Guide to Preparing Before Your Hospital Visit ]
- Fasting Period: For blood sugar, cholesterol, and abdominal ultrasound tests, you must fast for at least 10 to 12 hours prior to your appointment. During this time, you may drink only water; you should not consume tea, coffee, gum, or cigarettes.
- Medication Use: If you regularly take medication for high blood pressure, heart conditions, diabetes, or thyroid issues, please contact your doctor or our check-up advisor in advance to determine whether you should take your morning dose.
- For Our Female Patients: To ensure accurate results from gynecological examinations, Pap smears, or urine tests, we recommend that you avoid scheduling these procedures during your menstrual period.
- Suspected Pregnancy: If you are pregnant or suspect you may be pregnant, please be sure to inform the medical team before any procedures begin so that procedures involving radiation, such as X-rays and CT scans, can be canceled.
- Exercise Test (Treadmill): We recommend that patients undergoing a cardiac exercise test bring a comfortable tracksuit and clean-soled athletic shoes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
We have compiled the topics our patients are most curious about regarding check-ups below:
[ Important Notice ]
All information on our website is provided solely for the purpose of raising health awareness. Standard health packages may not include medical services suitable for every individual. To plan the preventive healthcare program that best suits your needs, please contact our clinic to receive medical consultation.