Well Man Clinic
The purpose of the Well Man Clinic is to screen well men for Cardiovascular Disease (Heart Disease) and to assess their Cardiovascular Risk Score. As part of this assessment, men are screened for Heart Arrhythmias and their risk of Cerebrovascular Disease (Stroke) is assessed. In addition, men are screened for Prostate Cancer, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Lung Disease, Arthritis, Bowel Conditions, Gout, Haemochromatosis and Osteoporosis.
The Well Man appointment involves taking a detailed medical history from the attending patient. A thorough assessment of your family history is performed. The aim of compiling a detailed family history is to screen patients for their individual risk of developing any illnesses going forward, to discuss current evidence-based preventative lifestyle and investigative measures to prevent and/or detect illness, as well as to discuss management plans for the future in order to ensure a tailor made patient risk reduction specific to their family history.
A comprehensive examination of the heart, lungs, abdomen, nervous system, joints, prostate (digital rectal prostate examination) and testicles is performed. Blood Pressure and Body Mass Index are also assessed. If needed, a 24 Hour Blood Pressure Monitor or Spirometry (examination of your lung function) may be recommended during your assessment.
Urine is examined for evidence of Infection, Diabetes or Kidney Disease.
Blood is taken in order to screen for Diabetes, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Thyroid Disease, Prostate Cancer, Coeliac Disease, Gout, Haemochromatosis and various inflammatory conditions. Blood is also analysed to assess men’s fasting lipid profile (cholesterol), HbA1c (to screen for Diabetes), bone profile (calcium and vitamin D). An allergy blood test may be performed, if required.
An Electrocardiograph (ECG) is performed in order to further examine the heart and, if needed, a 24 Hour ECG may be recommended.
A follow-up appointment with the doctor will be arranged at a later date to discuss results. All results will be explained to you and a personalised lifestyle plan will be discussed with you. Depending on your results, medication or further investigations may be recommended.
Health Screening is eligible for Tax Relief. You can log on to www.revenue.ie for a MED 1 form, for information on how to claim. Some insurance companies (VHI, LAYA, Glo Health, AVIVA) reimburse their members for Health Screening. Please check your eligibility for this with your health insurance provider.
For further information regarding the Well Man Clinic, please contact a member of our reception team.
Please note, fees for extra services outside of the Well Man assessment and follow-up appointment are not included.
