FAQ

• All previous medical reports, investigation results e.g. blood tests, X-rays, and medications etc.

• Do bring along original identification card (passport for non-Malaysian) which is necessary for registration each visit.

We are enjoying better living standards now and the diseases we face have more to do with lifestyle, e.g. hypertension, diabetes mellitus, coronary artery diseases etc. These diseases may have little symptoms during early stage which may lead to delay in diagnosis. Early detection enables easier treatment and higher chance of returning to health without long term reliance on medications.

Besides, one other disease that worries many is cancer. Cancer treatment has advanced leaps and bound during the past decades and total cure is certainly within reach for many cancer patients. However, successful treatment is still achievable only for patients who are diagnose early. Detection of early stage cancer or pre-cancerous changes via regular high-quality health screening is the wisest strategy to combat cancer.

Yes. It is a well-known fact that patients with co-morbidities e.g. having existing illnesses, suffer worse consequence if infected with COVID-19 with many died as a result. Health screening enables detection of these diseases so that effective prevention and treatment can be initiated and one can be better protected against consequences of COVID-19 infection.

There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this. It is best if you can discuss with our doctor who will help you decide based on your past medical history, personal concerns and wishes.

For most ordinary tests, the results can be available within 3 days. However, for specific and urgent cases, we can even provide the result faster on case by case basis. On the other hand, for certain specialized cases, the turn-around-time can be longer too. It is best to discuss time to get the result with our team before hand, if it is essential to you.

Our doctor will explain to you the results and design and follow up plan if required. Dr HOPE also provides quality medicines for treatment if necessary. If required, referral to appropriate specialist can be made. In the case of specialist referral, tests done in Dr HOPE will greatly assist the specialist for timely better care, and probably hugely reduce waiting time for referral to government specialist.

Our doctor is a senior practitioner that has years of experience providing health screening to clients. Our nurse graduated from a reputable university with post-basic qualification and has years of experience carrying out nursing procedures in the medical ward of a renowned private medical centre. Our equipment is brand new and of high quality. We are committed to provide a good patient experience, comfortable environment with no overcrowding.

This really depends on the tests you are undergoing. Some tests can be done on the spot without preparation. Generally, we suggest you carry on with your usual diet and activity 1-2 weeks before the tests.

For tests that require fasting e.g. fasting glucose, proper fasting means fasting for 8-10 hours. Only plain water is allowed during this period.