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Meet some of our experts Our national team of healthcare professionals comprise some of Canada s foremost leaders in preventive health, travel health, nutrition, fitness, and disease research. Why Medisys? Medisys was founded as a single clinic in 1987 with the goal of treating health issues before they became significant medical problems. Delivering the highest quality care, on-time appointments, service excellence and medical innovation, we ve grown from a single clinic to the largest executive health services provider in Canada, leading the industry with a wholly owned network of clinics nationwide. With nearly 30 years experience, we know that preventive health is the key to a long and enjoyable life. We help you, our clients, live longer, fuller and more productive lives by detecting early warning signs for disease and improving your overall health with nutrition-oriented preventive health management programs, functional movement screening, and exercise programs that prevent injury while producing results. We also consult on stress reduction, mental health, and positive lifestyle changes that will help you build physical resilience and mitigate health risks. We welcome you to book an appointment at one of our well-appointed preventive health clinics and experience for yourself the Medisys difference. Dr. Sheldon Elman, Chairman and Founder. Sheldon founded Medisys in 1987 with the vision of using preventive medicine to positively impact and enrich people s lives and to treat health issues before they became major medical problems. Through delivering service excellence and uncompromising standards of medical care, Medisys is now the largest executive health provider in Canada. Dr. Vivien Brown, Vice-President of Medical Affairs. Vivien is an internationally-recognized leader in healthy aging and brain health. She was awarded Family Physician of the Year in 2012 by the Ontario College of Family Physicians, led the Federation of Medical Women in Canada (FWMC), and is on the board of directors of Women s Brain Health Initiative. Dr. Jay Keystone, Director of Travel Health Services. Jay is a professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto and a world-renowned travel health expert specializing in tropical and infectious disease. In 2015, he was invested in the Order of Canada in recognition of his work. Crystal Higgins, RD, Senior Nutrition Consultant. Crystal is a Registered Dietitian and nutrition consultant. Crystal has been the feature dietitian on numerous television programs and has been a nutrition tour leader in BC promoting healthy living in schools and facilitating corporate lunch and learns. As a marathon runner and BCRPA certified fitness instructor, she is passionate about the balance between nutrition and exercise and consults her clients on how to achieve this balance to reach their athletic goals. Stacy Irvine, Chiropractic Doctor, Senior Fitness Advisor. Stacy is a published expert on the relationship between preventive health and exercise, and lectures regularly on topics related to sports medicine. Stacy helps her clients achieve their fitness and athletic goals through providing advanced rehabilitation and fitness training programs as well as personalized fitness coaching with a focus on injury prevention and preventive health.
Premium preventive health services With nearly three decades of experience, a forward-thinking medical team, and a commitment to service quality we ve positively impacted the lives of tens of thousands of executives and their loved ones. We have grown to become Canada s leading provider of preventive, diagnostic, and consultative executive healthcare services because we offer an all-encompassing preventive health solution that enriches people s lives and produces measurable results.
YOUR PREVENTIVE HEALTH ASSESSMENT At Medisys you receive meticulous assessments with the same physician annually. This helps ensure that we can effectively monitor trends over time and that your physician and healthcare team gets to know you and your specific health risks. Your personal assessment will vary depending upon age, gender and risk factors. Every one of our professionals plays a special role in your preventive health assessment: Risk Factor Identification & Assessment Laboratory investigation to identify and assess risk of heart disease, liver disease, cancer, renal failure, and to evaluate other risk factors Immunization updates to prevent diseases such as pneumonia, shingles, hepatitis A&B, and more Advice on preventing emerging viral disease risks such as Zika Comprehensive Preventive Medical Evaluation Complete medical exam and consultative assessment focused around prevention and detection of early warning signs for cancer, heart disease, diabetes and a host of other preventable conditions Consultation on specific health concerns Stress level assessment Fitness & Cardiovascular Assessment Electrocardiogram (resting and stress test) Assessment of strength, flexibility, and current exercise routine Optional customized assessments to help you reach your fitness and athletic goals Nutrition & Weight Management Diet and nutrition consulting for sustainable, healthy weight loss, improved energy, and athletic performance Health risk issue specific nutrition programs to support preventive health and disease management Personalized nutrition programs designed for frequent business travellers Abdominal & Pelvic Ultrasound Ultrasound to identify and screen for health issues such as early stage renal cancer, aortic aneurysm, pancreatic cancer, and other issues Results, Feedback, & Reporting Medical results, complete health status report, and recommendations Comprehensive report with year-over-year comparison of test results Carebook personalized electronic health management platform
Approximately 20% of our client preventive health assessments result in the detection of a previously undiagnosed health issue, ranging from relatively minor to extremely significant - Dr. Paul Freedman, Medisys Medical Director, Toronto Medisys Saves Lives After several tumours were discovered on a client s bladder during his Preventive Health Assessment he was immediately referred to a specialist. Though asymptomatic, the client was diagnosed with a very early stage of an aggressive cancer. At Medisys, we use abdominal ultrasound along with other non-invasive screening techniques as part of a thorough preventive health protocol to catch issues at their earliest possible stage, often before symptoms are noticed. My early stage diagnosis was followed by a rapid and organised response. That s why I m alive and well today. Medisys Executive Health Client, Montreal Clinic
2 in 5 Canadians have three or more risk factors for heart disease. Risk of heart disease increases with age. - Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation, 2016 At Medisys, our advanced preventive health services and protocols are designed to help stave off the impact of diseases by detecting them in their earliest stages when treatment is most effective. Whether it is cancer, heart disease, diabetes or high blood pressure, we will help you take steps to reduce your health risks. Do you really know how healthy you are? Almost half of all Canadians will develop cancer in their lifetime. That s 41% of women and 46% of men - Canadian Cancer Society, 2013 Every 22 minutes, a man dies of prostate cancer in Canada. - Prostate Cancer Canada, 2013 Executives are at high risk: 36.1% have elevated cholesterol 62.5% have an unhealthy body mass index (BMI) - Based on a compilation of Medisys 2013 Executive Health Assessments
An unexpected illness affects more than you... An unexpected illness can be devastating to you and those who depend on you. At Medisys, we focus on identifying health issues at the earliest possible stage, before they become significant health problems. Our annual Preventive Health Assessments are conducted by highly experienced physicians and are focused around evaluating cancer risks, cardiac risks, and early warning signs for a host of health issues. Our team of experts also work with each of our clients individually to assess stress levels, mental health and wellbeing, physical activity, sleep, diet, and lifestyle factors to provide a holistic preventive healthcare program that produces the best possible outcomes.
Nutrition and Weight Management Consulting Our nutrition consultants work collaboratively with your Medisys healthcare team to provide tailored recommendations and practical advice to help you: Reach your weight management goals and stay healthy Eat to optimize fitness and athletic performance Lower your cholesterol, blood pressure, blood glucose or manage a specific health condition Maximize energy Manage food cravings or emotional eating Meet your individual vitamin and mineral needs Our experts leverage their vast knowledge and experience in nutrition-based medicine to positively impact your health and wellbeing and help you achieve your goals. Call 1-866-277-0776 to inquire about our 3 month weight management program. Subject to additional fees.
Medisys spousal and family member program Don t your loved ones deserve the same gold standard in healthcare as you? The Medisys Spousal Program delivers: Household understanding of the importance and value of preventive health Shared commitment to positive lifestyle modifications to reduce health risks including nutrition, weight loss, or exercise Support for each other s goals related to physical and emotional health and wellbeing Online tools that help you become more proactive in your family s healthcare by helping you connect the dots between your family s habits and its risks for various chronic diseases Protect what matters most and give your loved ones the gift of preventive health. Notes: Preferred rates for corporate clients are often extended to spouses or partners as well as immediate family members. In some cases spouses are covered in part or in full by corporate plans. Call Medisys to inquire at 1 866 277-0776.
MedisysOne 24/7 on demand healthcare Whether you are home or travelling abroad your MedisysOne healthcare team is on-call and available to support you and your family 1 any time of the day or night. MedisysOne clients receive: Telephone healthcare consultations with on-call physicians any time of the day or night whatever the concern If travelling abroad, the MedisysOne healthcare team will consult with local physicians on your behalf to assist in the coordination of urgent treatment and to provide detailed health history Unlimited, timely appointments at any of our Medisys executive health clinics across Canada when needed 2 Coordination of specialist appointments Telephone prescription renewals 3 1 MedisysOne ongoing care services are subject to additional fees, priced per person, and are available to annual Medisys Preventive Health Assessment participants. Age restrictions apply in some provinces. 2 Some restrictions apply. 3 Telephone prescription renewals are only available in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario and Quebec.
Medisys travel health Tropical & Infectious Disease Risk Management Whether you are backpacking in Botswana or beach hopping in Buenos Aires, we ve got you covered. Medisys travel health services keep you and your family safe and healthy both at home and abroad. Medisys travel health clinics deliver individualized, destinationspecific travel health risk management consultation and vaccination services. Our worldleading tropical and infectious disease experts provide: Comprehensive travel medical advice based on travel itineraries, personal risk factors, age and individual health needs Required and recommended destination-specific vaccinations and prescriptions Best practices for destination-specific, itinerary-specific, and age-specific travel injury prevention Accelerated travel vaccination programs for last minute travelers Recommended travel health products Vaccinations are up to 99% effective in preventing a variety of tropical and infectious diseases. Notes: Travel health consultations are subject to additional fees. Vaccinations are priced separately. Many private insurance companies cover travel vaccine costs not covered by provincial healthcare plans, in whole or in part.
Simplified, Secure Online Medical Records RESPECTING YOUR PRIVACY: Our strict privacy policy and routine privacy audits ensure your medical information and results are kept safe and secure. Your personal health information will NEVER be shared with individuals outside of your designated Medisys care team. Your personal health information will also NEVER be shared with your employer or other businesses without your explicit written permission. CAREBOOK TM : Carebook TM not only stores and manages your personal health information, it also provides you with the tools you need to be proactive in your healthcare. The system highlights the relationship between your individual lifestyle habits and your risks for various chronic diseases, highlighting changes you can make that will have the most impact on your health.
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