Behind the Scenes of Private Health Assessments: What Sets Premium Health Screenings Apart

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When it comes to our health, prevention is undeniably better than cure. Preventative health assessments offer an invaluable opportunity to detect potential issues long before symptoms arise, giving individuals the power to take proactive steps towards a healthier, longer life. With the ability to identify potential health risk factors – such as heart disease, liver disease and diabetes, early-stage cancers and neurological conditions – preventative health assessments are no longer considered a luxury but a vital investment in safeguarding your future health and well-being.

Not All Health Assessments are Created Equal

However, health assessments vary greatly in quality and effectiveness. A traditional health screen in a GP consultation often relies on surface-level tests and probabilistic methods that can miss critical conditions and produce inaccurate results. This can leave individuals vulnerable to silent diseases that often remain undetected until it is too late and treatment options become limited and outcomes less favourable.

Furthermore, some private preventative health assessments come with enticingly low price tags and lofty promises – but can they truly live up to those claims? When it comes to your health, prioritising safety and quality is paramount. Low-cost options often fall short, lacking the precision, robust safety measures, thoroughness and specialist expertise needed to reliably detect the most prevalent and life-threatening health conditions today.

Private health assessments conducted by the best health assessment specialists offer a precise picture of your overall health, going far beyond the traditional approach of blood pressure, cholesterol, and lung function tests to provide comprehensive and actionable insights and safeguard their mental wellbeing.

In this blog, we will explore why choosing an established and reputable private health assessment provider is crucial to ensuring you receive the best possible care. We will also highlight what truly sets premium screenings apart and why Echelon Health stands head and shoulders above the competition, thanks to our independently verified expertise, state-of-the-art diagnostic technology and comprehensive health assessment packages that deliver an unparalleled standard of care and precision you can trust.

Early Diagnosis Can Literally Save Your Life

We can all remember the devastating news of Sir Chris Hoy’s prostate cancer diagnosis – a stark reminder of how even the fittest and most health-conscious among us can be affected by silent diseases. His story highlights the life-saving importance of early detection and preventative healthcare, emphasising that none of us can afford to take our health for granted.

This is exactly why Echelon Health was established 15 years ago on Harley Street, London. With a mission to save lives through the early detection of the most prevalent diseases, we combine over 30 years of clinical expertise, cutting-edge imaging technology, and unparalleled client service to deliver the world’s most advanced health assessments.

Our commitment to precision and care makes us a leader in preventative healthcare, helping clients take control of their health before it is too late.

Relentless Pursuit of Excellence

At Echelon Health, our relentless pursuit of excellence sets us apart in the world of private health assessments. We are unique in our ability to screen for diseases that are the leading causes of premature death, providing a critical advantage in the fight against silent killers.

Our advanced diagnostic technology and expert assessments allow us to perform a thorough full body health check to detect a wide range of serious conditions, often before symptoms appear. The precision of our Platinum Health Assessment is unparalleled with the ability to detect tumours as small as 1-2mm and identify up to 92% of preventable deaths in men and 95% in women, making Echelon Health a global leader in preventative healthcare.

What Conditions Can Echelon Health Detect?

Using our innovative Body Map, we offer a clear and detailed representation of the major organs and systems we assess. This tool showcases the depth of our health assessments, highlighting how our cutting-edge imaging, comprehensive blood tests and specialist consultations work together to detect risks across all key areas of the body. We can detect the following conditions:

  • Cancers: Early detection of lung, breast, colorectal, thyroid and prostate cancer, among others.
  • Circulatory Diseases: Coronary artery disease, aneurysms and stroke risks.
  • Respiratory Diseases: Lung conditions such as emphysema and pulmonary nodules.
  • Digestive Diseases: Kidney and liver function, pancreatic and bowel abnormalities.
  • Other Conditions: Osteoporosis, neurological issues and other critical health risks.

The Power of Early Detection

In 2017 alone, more than 80,000 men and women aged 50–69 lost their lives to diseases that our Platinum Health Assessment could have identified early. Just imagine how many of those lives could have been saved with timely detection and intervention.

 Echelon's Platinum Health Assessment is the Gold Health Check, which includes an in-depth analysis of key body measurements, a comprehensive blood health profile, Scans and imaging results to provide a detailed overview of your overall well-being.

What Sets Premium Private Health Screenings Apart

Premium health assessments go beyond standard check-ups, combining advanced technology, specialist expertise and unparalleled care to deliver life-saving insights. At Echelon Health, this approach is underpinned by a relentless dedication to early detection and excellence, making us a global leader in preventative healthcare.

Founded on a Mission of Early Detection

Founded by Dr Paul Jenkins, an esteemed endocrinologist and medical researcher, Echelon Health was established to address the limitations of conventional screenings and detect health issues early. This dedication to early detection has saved countless lives by identifying critical conditions such as lung cancer, coronary heart disease and brain fistulas in their earliest stages.

What Distinguishes Echelon Health as a Global Leader?

Echelon Health’s Preventative Health Assessments are designed with two primary goals in mind: to detect diseases at their earliest stages – often before symptoms appear – maximising the chances of effective treatment and preventing premature death; and to provide clients with a comprehensive baseline of their current health, accompanied by tailored recommendations for an optimal lifestyle plan moving forward.

1. Expert Medical Team

The foundation of any effective health assessment lies in the expertise of the medical team. At Echelon Health, our in-house Medical Advisory Committee comprises leading consultants and radiologists with over 30 years of clinical experience, ensuring every health assessment is conducted and reviewed with the highest level of precision and care.

Each case undergoes a meticulous review by a team of seven to eight specialists, including top cardiac radiologists, lung specialists, and gastro-imaging experts, delivering unparalleled accuracy and reliability every time.

2. Health Assessments Tailored to Your Health

At Echelon Health, we recognise that no two individuals have the same health concerns and a one-size-fits-all approach simply won’t do. That is why every client is treated on a case-by-case basis. Before undergoing a health assessment, each client is carefully evaluated by a qualified and highly experienced physician to ensure the assessment is tailored to their specific needs.

Unlike many providers that rely on statistical models or probability-based assumptions, we don’t guess or hypothesise. Instead, we use the most advanced diagnostic technologies operated by expert radiographers, producing images interpreted by leading radiologists, all under the guidance of one of Harley Street’s most respected physicians.

3. Comprehensive Packages

By tailoring assessments to individual health profiles, we ensure that every client receives a bespoke evaluation that addresses their unique needs. Our commitment results in a personalised service that dives deeply into your health.

We offer a range of health assessment packages, including:

  • Platinum Assessment: Our Gold Standard full-body evaluation covers all major health risks.
  • Healthy Heart Assessment: Focused on detecting cardiovascular risks.
  • Core Cancer Assessment: Designed to identify early signs of cancer.
  • Dementia Assessment: A pioneering, definitive screening to detect dementia

At Echelon Health, we take the responsibility of uncovering your real state of health as seriously as we would our own, delivering a meticulous approach every single time.

4. Combined Scanning Technologies

Providing a truly comprehensive medical check-up requires more than just one scanning modality. At Echelon Health, we combine CT (Computed Tomography), MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) and Ultrasound technologies to ensure no stone is left unturned. While some clinics avoid CT scanning due to concerns about radiation, we use state-of-the-art scanners that emit very low doses of X-ray radiation – comparable to just a few weeks of natural background exposure in Cornwall.

CT scans are essential for detecting some of the most common and dangerous causes of premature death and remain the gold standard for their effective detection. While the radiation involved is minimal, we believe in full transparency. Our team is always available to explain the process, outline any risks and answer your questions to ensure you feel fully informed and comfortable with the proposed assessment.

5. Our ‘Little Black Book’ of Consultants

If your assessment reveals findings that require further investigation, you will gain access to Echelon Health’s exclusive network of the most sought-after and highly regarded specialists. Whether you prefer to continue privately or be referred to the NHS, we will ensure you are connected to the best consultants for your care. This seamless referral process ensures that you receive the highest standard of follow-up treatment, should it be needed.

6. Personalised, Wraparound Care

At Echelon Health, the client experience is elevated to a level far beyond a typical health assessment. As the world’s leading provider of preventive health assessments, we are dedicated to delivering a service that is as supportive and personalised as it is comprehensive.

From the moment clients arrive, they are guided through every step of the process by attentive and experienced staff, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience. Each detail is carefully considered to prioritise their physical and mental well-being, from comfortable, private facilities to expert consultations. After the assessment, clients receive detailed reports and tailored recommendations, including personalised follow-up plans and, if needed, referrals to top specialists.

This wraparound care ensures that every client not only receives a clear picture of their current health but also a proactive roadmap for maintaining their well-being in the future.

7. Independently Verified Excellence

We are proud that Echelon Health’s commitment to excellence is independently verified by leading medical experts and industry accolades. As one expert, Dr David Wilson remarked:

“The service they are providing at present is, in my opinion, the best that can be achieved in current practice with existing knowledge anywhere in the world.”

This recognition solidifies our position as a global leader in preventative health assessments.

A private health check entails so much more than a physical examination and simply determining if you have high blood pressure or elevated cholesterol and glucose levels; it provides a comprehensive insight into your overall health, detecting potential risks before symptoms arise.

At Echelon Health, our dedication to excellence combines the most advanced technology, a bespoke approach and an unparalleled network of specialists, ensuring every client receives world-class care tailored to their unique needs.

Looking Under the Surface

At Echelon Health, we take an unparalleled approach to preventative healthcare. We don’t settle for surface-level insights but look deep under the ‘bonnet‘ to examine your body in extraordinary detail. Understanding that no single scanner can detect all diseases, we combine the most advanced MRI, CT, and ultrasound technology with comprehensive blood tests for over 40 parameters, including tumour markers. This integrated approach ensures that every client receives a thorough, highly detailed and comprehensive health analysis tailored to their unique needs.

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