Just like servicing your car, we need to look after our number one mode of transport - our body. As we get older, time takes its toll on all of us. From disease and illness, bad diet, lack of exercise and even too much exercise, we constantly put our health and wellbeing through a rollercoaster of stresses and strains.
Now that I’m in my mid 40’s, I thought it was time for some preventative maintenance, and went to GMC Clinics who offer Executive Medicals for males and females, with separate packages for those over and under 40 years. I had an initial consultation with Dr Ralph Joyce, who did a full review of my lifestyle and personal and family medical history. This is to see if there are any potential issues, and it’s worth asking your family if they have any medical conditions, as they could be passed on to you.
This was followed by a complete physical examination including cardiovascular, respiratory, vision and hearing, neurological, gastrointestinal, skin and genitor-urinary checks. They also performed a series of laboratory investigations testing my blood for blood count, biochemical profile and a thyroid screening, and did a urine analysis and stool microscopy.
I then had an ECG to measure the physical stress on my heart, and as I was over 40, I also had a chest X-ray and prostate screening test. All-in-all a very thorough check, and the results gave Dr Joyce a clear picture of my current state of health. Thankfully I’m in relatively good shape, and I received a copy of all the results and a full report by Dr Joyce showing me exactly what I need to work on. I found the Executive Medical was a convenient yet detailed way to assess my health, and I highly recommend it to everyone.
Packages start from Dhs 1,700. Call 04-3494880. -P.C.