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YOUR HEALTH Your Health,Your Way - HEALTH CHECK - Mater Private
Your Health,Your Way

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       HEALTH CHECK
       MATER PRIVATE HOSPITAL | Eccles Street | Dublin 7 | D07 WKW8
       T: 01 885 8257 / 885 8258 | E: healthcheck@materprivate.ie
       VISIT OUR WEBSITE | www.healthcheck.ie
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HEALTH CHECK AT THE
MATER PRIVATE HOSPITAL

Medical research has shown that lifestyle is a                      HEALTH CHECK AT THE MATER PRIVATE is a physician
major contributor to many common conditions                         led service and has been offering comprehensive health
including high blood pressure, coronary heart                       screening assessments for over 25 years.
disease, diabetes and certain cancers. An
                                                                    A fully integrated department within the Mater Private
illness once established may be treatable, but a
                                                                    Hospital. Health Check has the support of expert consultants
preventative approach is preferable.                                and access to technologically advanced facilities for follow on
                                                                    care.
AM I SUITABLE FOR A HEALTH CHECK?
At Health Check we aim to identify risk factors, signs and          Your visit to Health Check should take less than 3 hours and
symptoms of common conditions, which if not detected early          a complete medical report will be issued to you within 2 weeks
could result in serious health issues.                              of attending, this will give you an accurate snapshot of your
                                                                    health on the day of attendance.
Health assessments are suitable for people who are generally
well and who are interested in getting more information about       Procedures and test results are reviewed and reported on by
how to reduce the risk of future illnesses.                         Mater Private Consultants with expertise in their relevant area
                                                                    e.g. Cardiology, Pathology and Radiology.
If you are undergoing or have just completed medical treatment
or if you are currently under the care of a doctor, it may not be   Appointments are available with male and female doctors.
the right time to do a health assessment.                           Health screening is eligible for tax relief.

 Log on to www.revenue.ie for information on how to claim.
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YOUR COMPREHENSIVE
HEALTH CHECK

PHYSICAL EXAMINATION
AND CONSULTATION
Your consultation with the Doctor is private and   PHYSICAL EXAMINATION
confidential. Time is given for you to discuss
                                                   • Blood Pressure
any concerns, symptoms or presenting health
issues.                                            • Weigh-in
                                                   • Body Mass Index
                                                   • Lung Function Test
                                                   • Respiratory Test
                                                   • Testicular Examination
                                                   • Pelvic Examination (Rectal)
     CONSULTATION                                  • Breast Examination
     • Health Issues & Symptoms                    • Vision Assessment
     • Medical History                             • Hearing Assessment
     • Allergy History                             • Cardiovascular Evaluation
     • Medication                                  • Joint & Muscle Evaluation
     • Lifestyle Analysis                          • Respiratory Evaluation
     • Family Medical History                      • Central Nervous System
     • Age Related Assessment (Age 70+)            • Abdominal Examination
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OUTLINE OF INVESTIGATIONS
PERFORMED

Investigations are carried out by qualified
technicians and physicians. Blood samples are
taken by qualified experienced phlebotomists.
All procedures and tests are performed in-house.

    COMPREHENSIVE BLOOD
    ANALYSIS
    • Full Blood Count
    • Kidney Function Tests
    • Bone Profile
    • Liver Function Tests
                                                              OTHER TESTS
    • Total Lipid Profile (Cholesterol, LDL & HDL
                                                              (Included as part of your assessment)
      Cholesterol Levels)
                                                              • Stool Analysis
    • Fasting Blood Sugar (Diabetes Screen)
                                                              • Urine Analysis (Diabetes, Infection, Kidney
    • Uric Acid (Gout Screen)
                                                                function)
    • Total Iron Studies
                                                              • Electrocardiogram (Resting ECG - tracing
    • PSA (Prostate Cancer Screen, Males Age                    of the heart)
      40+)
                                                              • Chest X-Ray (if clinically indicated)
    • TSH (Thyroid Function)
                                                              • Cervical Smear (every 2 years) (If patient
    • Vitamin B12                                               is not already taking part in the National
    • Folate                                                    Screening Programme)

    ADDITIONAL TESTS, IF CLINICALLY INDICATED (additional charges apply)
    Must be discussed at time of booking.
    • Mammogram: A mammogram is a series of breast x-rays (available for women over 40 years)
    • Dexa Scan: A bone density scan for the early detection of osteoporosis
    • Stress ECG: Records the activity of the heart while exercising on a treadmill (recommended for men
      over 40 and women in their late 40’s)
    • Calcium Scoring: Screening used for the early detection of Coronary Heart Disease
    • Vascular Screening: AAA, Carotid and PVD Screen
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HOW TO FIND US

Located just a few minutes walk from O’Connell Street, Health Check at the Mater Private is easily
accessible from the main rail, bus and luas stations. We are also close to the M50 and other main
national routes.

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HEALTH CHECK
MATER PRIVATE HOSPITAL | Eccles Street | Dublin 7 | D07 WKW8
T: 01 885 8257 / 885 8258 | E: healthcheck@materprivate.ie
VISIT OUR WEBSITE | www.healthcheck.ie

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