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What kind of examination programs are available?
1. Personal health examination: The examination is paid for solely by the patient.
2. National health examination (General health examination, cancer screening):
The government notifies each individual with an examination sheet, and people can receive examination at designated hospitals nationwide. The patient visits a hospital with the examination sheet, make an appointment for an examination.
3. Corporate health examination:
The patient’s company makes an appointment based on a contract with the hospital.
4.Pre-employment health examination:
Although it may differ based on each company’s request, the examination is generally carried out similarly to general physical exams.
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Can I receive a personal health examination on Saturday or Sunday?
Personal health examination is offered only on Saturday of the third week of each month.
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Can I receive a national health examination on Saturday or Sunday?
We do not offer examination services on Saturday or Sunday.
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Can anyone receive endoscopy under sedation?
Elderly people (65 or older) or with pulmonary dysfunction, acute diseases or loose teeth are limited from receiving examination due to safety reasons.
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How often should I receive comprehensive health examination?
Currently there are no established recommendations on how often a person should receive comprehensive health examinations. However, we recommend once a year for people over 40 years of age, and advise seeking a doctor to manage health if a person has a condition that requires follow-up or has past or family history.
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Can I receive an examination while I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
1. Tests that are not available during pregnancy: Radiologic imaging (chest X-ray, mammography, etc.), endoscopy, gynecological exams
2. Tests that are not available during breastfeeding • Endoscopy with sedation (endoscopy without sedation is possible)
• Radiologic imaging that uses contrast medium
• Mammography (dense tissues affect accuracy) 3. Mammography is possible six months after terminating breastfeeding
4. Please notify our Health Promotion Center if you are pregnant or
breastfeeding.