The Dove Clinic for Integrated Medicine
Well being programme
It is now scientifically possible to promote life-extension with anti-ageing therapies; approaching ageing from the inside, rather than being a purely cosmetic (or ‘skin deep’) approach. This programme also serves as a well-being (health screening) programme.
At The Dove Clinic, we offer a programme based on the latest scientific research; firstly assessing each patient, and looking at his or her biological age in comparison with his or her chronological age. We also look at any symptoms the patient may be complaining of, including non-specific complaints such as lack of energy or poor sleep. We then devise a specific programme of lifestyle, diet and supplements, which is reviewed at each six-monthly consultation. The aim of this programme is to develop a specific approach in relationship to the individual risk profile - which at best may be assessed with gene testing — using the clinical and laboratory tests outlined below. We also aim to improve each patient’s sense of well-being. Having discussed the test results with the doctor, and considering all the optional treatment and diagnostic tests available, the patient is able to make an informed decision regarding further intervention.
The Programme
The programme consists of an initial appointment, which involves a physical examination, looking at basic parameters such as height, weight, blood pressure, body mass index etc. A live blood analysis is done, where the blood is looked at in the live state and the patient can see this on a television screen. Blood is drawn for the following:
- Thyroid profile
- Blood biochemistry
- Haematology profile
- Liver function test
- Blood lipid analysis
- C Reactive Protein (measure of inflammatory processes going on in the body)
The cost of this initial assessment including the blood test is £350. This will take approximately an hour and a half and can be done at our Wimpole Street clinic or at our clinic in Hampshire.
Three weeks after the initial appointment, there will be a further appointment to see a clinic doctor, for an overview of the results of blood and diagnostic tests. The cost of this is £135. A dietary, lifestyle and supplement programme will be devised at this appointment and a follow-up appointment will be made for approximately six month’s time. Not all the blood tests will need to be repeated at the follow-up appointment, so subsequent costs may be significantly less depending on individual requirements.