the executive physical program

ronald Dixon, mD, ms

Welcome to the executive physical program (epp)

at massachusetts general hospital.

healthcare beyonD the orDinary

susan e. bennett, mD

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It. We encourage you to take advantage of this one-of-a-kind medical benefit.

The program entitles you to one comprehensive physical exam each year, administered by senior staff at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston.

“since i tenD to go to Doctors only When i’m sick, they alWays enD up looking at one or tWo things. they’re so time-pressureD. this Was the first time i felt like a Doctor evaluateD all aspects of my health.”

healthcare beyonD the orDinary

susan e. bennett, mD

THIS IS NO OrdINaryHealTHcare

the executive physical program

Typically, an annual physical examination involves a few routine questions and some standard tests.

But the Executive Physical Program (EPP) at Massachusetts General Hospital is hardly typical.

Your EPP examination is remarkably thorough, intended not only to uncover existing medical problems

but also to anticipate and prevent future ones.

> An in-depth and highly personalized health assessment

> Attentive to your total healthcare needs

> A relaxed and unhurried atmosphere

> Appointments scheduled for your utmost convenience

> Backed by the clinical and diagnostic expertise of one of the world’s foremost medical facilities

“until you experience it for yourself, it sounDs like just another health program. you can’t appreciate its benefits until you try it.”

“i’ve never haD such an unrusheD Doctor’s appointment. the fact that i coulD get my vision testeD, my skin checkeD anD consult With a nutritionist all in one Day Was increDible.”

steven h. gardner, mD, mph

prevention anD Wellness, the pillars of gooD health

The first objective of an EPP exam is to identify any existing medical problems. But equally

important is the early detection of risk factors for disease and other health concerns. This might

include addressing lifestyle factors such as stress, diet, exercise and rest that bear on your

long-term health and wellness.

Whatever issues arise during the exam, there’s ample time to discuss them with your EPP physician.

No rush, no pressure.

Your physician might also recommend additional tests or follow-up appointments. Or you yourself

can request one — a hearing test, an eye exam, a dermatology consultation. The EPP staff will schedule

it without delay, often for that same day.

Detailed results of your exam are forwarded to you in a confidential report, along with

recommendations for future care.

THIS IS NO OrdINarypHySIcal

excellent care, from caring experts

The physicians who conduct EPP exams are among the most distinguished working in healthcare today.

All are on staff at Massachusetts General Hospital. All have practiced for at least 15 years. All hold

faculty positions at Harvard Medical School, a preeminent institution for the study of medicine.

the first name in hospitals. the final WorD in care

Founded in 1811, Massachusetts General Hospital is the oldest and largest of the teaching hospitals

affiliated with Harvard Medical School.

> Consistently named one of the nation’s top medical facilities, according to U.S. News & World Report

> Home to the largest hospital-based research program in the United States

THIS IS NO OrdINaryHOSpITal

“i saW some of the leaDing specialists in the WorlD. if i DiDn’t have this benefit i’D have WaiteD months for an appointment.”

steven h. gardner, mD, mph

none of the familiar frustrations

The EPP staff go to extraordinary lengths to accommodate your schedule. They assist with specialty

appointments and arrange all referrals for follow-up care.

> A highly streamlined medical visit, fully coordinated beforehand

> None of the typical frustrations of dealing with the healthcare system

> No long waits for appointments or referrals

Follow-up appointments or related care can be referred to the hospital’s expert team of internists

and specialists, or to any other location you choose.

SELECT YOUR DATE

telephone us to schedule an appointment.

GET YOUR PHYSICAL

We also administer any tests recommended by your physician.

REVIEW YOUR RESULTS

sit down with your physician to discuss your exam and test results.

SCHEDULE YOUR fOLLOW-UP

if you need additional appointments, we schedule them on the spot.

RECEIVE YOUR REPORT

personalized results are delivered to you in 2-3 weeks.*

*if your results suggest a need for urgent follow-up, you’ll be contacted immediately.

THIS IS NO OrdINaryexperIeNce incluDeD in the exam

Yourexecutivephysicaliscomprehensive.ItfollowstherecommendedguidelinesfromtheAmericanMedicalAssociation.

for patients unDer 45:Medical-history reviewComprehensive physical examinationElectrocardiogramChest x-ray (upon physician recommendation)UrinalysisFecal occult screeningImmunization for general healthTetanus (every ten years)Basic spirometry: test for lung function Pap smear (women)Laboratory tests:

Complete blood count with differential blood-chemistry profile and lipid panel, blood sugar, liver and kidney profile, urinalysis, fecal occult screening plus any additional tests requested by physician such as screening for heart disease or thyroid function.

for patients 45 anD olDer:(includes the services listed above)Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test for prostate cancer (men)Cardiac stress testColonoscopy

Based on your physical exam and lab results, additional screening procedures, testing or a specialty consultation might be recommended. These could include:Cardiac stress test (technician, cardiologist)Eye exam with glaucoma screening (MD, OD)Hearing evaluation (audiologist) Dermatology evaluation (MD, PA-C)Mammogram (technician, two radiologists)Bone-densitometry screening (technician, MD)Nutrition consultation (RD)

Driving Directions

MGHExecutiveHealthServicesCharlesRiverPlaza165CambridgeStreet,5thFloor,Suite503Boston,MA02114617.726.4444

from the north:> From Southeast Expressway (I-93) southbound, take Exit 26 (Storrow Drive and North Station). Get in the left lane. > Take the Government Center exit off Storrow Drive. > Follow signs to Downtown and Government Center (Cambridge Street). > After second set of lights, the Charles River Plaza parking lot will be on your left.

from the south:> From Southeast Expressway (I-93) northbound, take Exit 26 (Storrow Drive and North Station). > Take the Government Center exit off Storrow Drive. > Follow signs to Downtown and Government Center (Cambridge Street). > After second set of lights, the Charles River Plaza parking lot will be on your left.

frequently askeD questions

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BuSINeSS card

165 cambriDge street i 5th floor i boston, ma 02114

617 726 4444 i WWW.massgeneral.org/executivehealthservices

Frequently asked questions

should i participate in the epp iF i’m

happy with my current primary care?

Because the EPP physical is so thorough, it’s an ideal complement to your existing primary care – or, if you prefer, a valuable second opinion. You should ask the EPP staff to forward your exam results to your primary care physician.

how do i prepare For my epp exam?

After scheduling your appointment, you will receive a confirmation packet with your EPP physician’s name and location, and the date and time of your physical. You will also be asked to complete and return a health assessment so your physician can review your medical history beforehand. The packet will include other information about preparing for your physical.

what can i expect on the day oF the exam?

Your physician will conduct an extensive physical exam, review your medical history and discuss any other issues pertaining to your current and long-term health. You will undergo an electrocardiogram and lab tests. You may also request an eye exam, hearing evaluation, dermatology consultation or other supplemental care. If requested in advance, they can usually be scheduled for the same day as your examination.

Individual

how long will my visit take?The EPP staff will arrange your physical examination and any follow-up appointments to flow as smoothly as possible. At your request, they can even be scheduled in a single day.

what happens aFter my epp exam?You will receive a detailed summary of your physical, electrocardiogram and lab tests within three weeks of your appointment. If any results warrant urgent follow-up, you will be contacted immediately.

For more inFormation: Call 617.726.4444 or visit www.massgeneral.org /executivehealthservices

Call 617.726.4444 to book your EPP physical today. Or send us an e-mail at executivehealthservices@partners.org. Our staff will work diligently to accommodate your schedule.

Note: E-mail is not secure and should not be used to send sensitive medical information.

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driving directions

MGH Executive Health ServicesCharles River Plaza165 Cambridge Street, 5th Floor, Suite 503Boston, MA 02114617. 726.4444

From the north:> From Southeast Expressway (I-93) southbound, take Exit 26 (Storrow Drive and North Station). Get in the left lane. > Take the Government Center exit off Storrow Drive. > Follow signs to Downtown and Government Center (Cambridge Street). > After second set of lights, the Charles River Plaza parking lot will be on your left.

From the south:> From Southeast Expressway (I-93) northbound, take Exit 26 (Storrow Drive and North Station). > Take the Government Center exit off Storrow Drive. > Follow signs to Downtown and Government Center (Cambridge Street). > After second set of lights, the Charles River Plaza parking lot will be on your left.

From the west:> Take the Massachusetts Turnpike (Rte. 90) east to the Cambridge-Allston exit (Exit 18). > Bear right several hundred yards after the toll booth. > Turn right at the second set of lights onto Storrow Drive. > After approximately five miles, take the Government Center exit. > Follow signs to Downtown and Government Center (Cambridge Street). > After second set of lights, the Charles River Plaza parking lot will be on your left.

parking:For appointments lasting less than three hours:Discounted parking is available at the Charles River Plaza underground garage. Upon registering for your appointment, please present your ticket at the MGH Executive Health Suite for validation. Please note that the parking discount applies only to the underground garage.

For appointments lasting three or more hours:Parking is available at Charles River Plaza or at one of the hospital-owned garages on Fruit Street or Parkman Street.

Valet parking is always available at the entrances to the Wang and Yawkey buildings off Cambridge Street.

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included in the exam

Your executive physical is comprehensive. It follows recommended guidelines of the American Medical Association.

For patients under 45:Medical-history reviewComprehensive physical examinationElectrocardiogramChest x-ray (upon physician recommendation)UrinalysisFecal occult screeningImmunization for general healthTetanus (every ten years)Basic spirometry: test for lung function Pap smear (women)Laboratory tests:

Complete blood count with differential blood-chemistry profile and lipid panel, blood sugar, liver and kidney profile, urinalysis, fecal occult screening plus any additional tests requested by physician such as screening for heart disease or thyroid function.

For patients 45 and older:(includes the services listed above)Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test for prostate cancer (men)Cardiac stress testColonoscopy

Based on your physical exam and lab results, additional screening procedures, testing or a specialty consultation might be recommended. These could include:Cardiac stress test (technician, cardiologist)Eye exam with glaucoma screening (MD, OD)Hearing evaluation (audiologist) Dermatology evaluation (MD, PA-C)Mammogram (technician, two radiologists)Bone-densitometry screening (technician, MD)Nutrition consultation (RD)

executive physical Fees

Individual

Basic physical:Administrative $ 250 (waived for Executive Registry members) Basic EPP physical: Patients under 45 $ 1,400 Patients 45 and older $ 1,600

additional services when recommended:Baseline mammogram $ 400Audiologic evaluation $ 300Eye exam with glaucoma screening $ 300Dermatology evaluation $ 300Nutrition consultation $ 250Chest x-ray $ 250Cardiac stress test $ 450Bone densitometry $ 600Colonoscopy $ 3,000 – $ 5,500

cancellation Fees:Within 24 hours Full feeTwo business days’ notice $ 300Three or more cancellations One-half fee(within a three-month period)

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why enroll in the executive physical program (epp)

at massachusetts general hospital?

The EPP lets you designate certain employees to receive one comprehensive physical examination each year, administered by the hospital’s senior staff physicians.

Enrolling in the EPP is an emphatic statement of appreciation and goodwill toward your employees. It’s also an investment in their continued good health, one that may pay enormous dividends – for them and for you – long into the future.

call 617.726.4444 to learn more aBout investing in your most

valued employees through the executive physical program.

Or send us an e-mail at executivehealthservices@partners.org

Note: E-mail is not secure and should not be used to send sensitive medical information.

congratulations!

Your employer has enrolled you in the Executive Physical Program (EPP) at Massachusetts General Hospital, which entitles you to one comprehensive medical examination every year. The EPP is an extraordinary benefit that significantly improves your prospects for long-term good health and wellness.

Your employer strongly supports your participation in EPP and has fully funded your membership. Therefore, there are no out-of-pocket costs to you.

call 617.726.4444 to Book your epp physical today.

Or send us an e-mail at executivehealthservices@partners.org. Our staff will work diligently to accommodate your schedule.

Note: E-mail is not secure and should not be used to send sensitive medical information.

welcome to the executive physical program (epp)

at massachusetts general hospital.

This extraordinary program entitles you to one comprehensive physical examination every year, administered by senior staff physicians at Massachusetts General Hospital.

We hope you’ll take advantage of this one-of-a-kind medical benefit. It will significantly improve your prospects for long-term good health and wellness.

call 617.726.4444 to Book your epp physical today.

Or send us an e-mail at executivehealthservices@partners.org. Our staff will work diligently to accommodate your schedule.

Note: E-mail is not secure and should not be used to send sensitive medical information.

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