Within the specialized Department for Preventive Examinations - Check-up, Acibadem Sistina Hospital offers comprehensive packages for men and women, designed for the early detection of potential health risks and the preservation of good health.

The packages include a series of laboratory analyses, specialist examinations, and diagnostic tests, enabling a detailed assessment of the overall health condition. Depending on gender, the programs also include additional screening examinations aimed at the prevention and early detection of diseases characteristic of men and women.

According to Dr. Aleksandar Stanimirovikj from the Check-up Department, preventive examinations are of exceptional importance because they enable the timely detection of changes in the body and the provision of recommendations for improving health.

“Depending on the results, we provide recommendations for changes in lifestyle, habits, and diet in order to improve health. Therefore, we recommend that preventive examinations be performed at least once a year - even by people without any health concerns. Complete laboratory analyses are a mandatory part of all packages and are the basis for a comprehensive health assessment,” says Dr. Stanimirovikj.

BASKETBALL PLAYER VOJDAN STOJANOVSKI: HEALTH SHOULD BE CHECKED REGULARLY

Professional athlete Vojdan Stojanovski decided to undergo the Golden Package for Men, emphasizing that regular preventive check-ups are key to maintaining good health.

“In professional sports, physical fitness is essential, but it is equally important to regularly monitor one’s health. That is why I decided to undergo a comprehensive preventive check-up package, which includes all the necessary examinations and analyses. A great advantage is that the entire process is completed in one day and in one place. The detailed examinations gave me a clear and complete picture of my health and the confidence that I am ready for all sports challenges. I believe that such check-ups should become a habit for everyone, not only when there is a problem, but also when we feel healthy,” says Stojanovski.

SCREENING EXAMINATIONS FOR THE TIMELY DETECTION OF DISEASES IN THE GOLDEN PACKAGE FOR MEN

The packages also include important specialist examinations, including endocrinological and urological examinations, as well as an ultrasound examination of the thyroid gland. Doctors emphasize that these examinations are crucial for the timely detection of hormonal imbalances, diseases of the male urinary tract, and disorders of thyroid gland function.

According to Dr. Nadica Bozhinovska-Dimova, a specialist in endocrinology, the endocrine system is a sophisticated network of glands, with each gland producing unique hormones, or chemical messengers, that have specific roles in regulating the body's functions.

“Endocrinology is the queen of finesse in medicine and plays a major role in our everyday lives. It studies hormones and the endocrine system and, in doing so, covers a wide range of health conditions, from our mood and the body's individual response to stressful situations to the smallest details of metabolism.

Hormones are vital to our health. When they are out of balance, they can lead to various health problems. Some of the most well-known and common endocrinological disorders are those of the thyroid gland, followed by diabetes, sex hormone disorders, and metabolic changes. Early detection of these disorders means long-term preservation of quality of life. Many endocrinological conditions are largely preventable, but only if they are detected at the right moment - before they begin to seriously and significantly affect our lives. Therefore, regular preventive examinations are the right way to diagnose and treat hormonal imbalances before they develop into endocrinological diseases,” says Dr. Bozhinovska-Dimova.

Dr. Biljana Crcareva, a specialist in nuclear medicine, points out that examination of the thyroid gland as part of preventive examinations is one of the most important examinations within the preventive packages, taking into account that thyroid diseases are endemic in our country. It is especially important because the thyroid gland plays a key role in regulating metabolism, energy, and hormonal balance in the body.

Preventive examinations include simple blood tests to measure the hormones T3, T4, and TSH, as well as an ultrasound examination of the thyroid gland. An ultrasound examination can also detect nodules or enlargement of the gland before they cause serious problems, including thyroid cancer.

“Thyroid disorders often develop gradually, and symptoms can be subtle or attributed to everyday stress and fatigue. Early detection of conditions such as hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism allows for timely treatment and prevention of complications. Untreated thyroid problems can lead to heart disease, fertility problems, weight-related problems, and a host of other health issues. In women, however, regular check-ups are especially important during pregnancy and menopause,” says Dr. Crcareva.

A urological examination is an important part of a comprehensive health assessment, especially for men over 40. According to Dr. Vladimir Lozanovski, a specialist in urology, the examination allows for the early detection of diseases of the male urinary tract, prostate, and reproductive system, even when there are no pronounced symptoms.

“The examination includes a detailed medical history, physical examination, ultrasound examination of the kidneys, bladder, and prostate, determination of PSA in the blood, and urinalysis. Such preventive examinations can detect conditions such as benign prostatic hyperplasia, urinary tract infections, urinary tract stones, and malignant diseases at an early stage. It is recommended that men over 40 years of age undergo a urological examination at least once a year, and earlier if there are symptoms or a family history of urological diseases,” says Dr. Lozanovski.

Preventive examinations are a global standard and established practice in developed healthcare systems. The Department for Preventive Examinations - Check-up at Acibadem Sistina allows all analyses and examinations to be completed in just one day. During their stay, patients have the support of a specialist from the Check-up team, who organizes all examinations and accompanies them throughout the entire process. After the examinations are completed, patients receive a summary of the results and a medical report at the Department's premises, which are specially designed to provide maximum comfort and privacy.