HomeSupport & FAQFAQ - Easy access to health careWhich doctors' surgeries can perform screenings for the early detection of disease?
Which doctors' surgeries can perform screenings for the early detection of disease?
Not every doctor's surgery can offer every screening. Read on to find out which specialist you can visit for which type of screening.Breast cancer and cervical cancer screeningBreast cancer and cervical cancer screenings for women are usually performed by a gynaecologist. Mammography Mammographies, on the other hand, are performed in special screening centres or radiology practices and clinics.Prostate cancer screeningProstate cancer screening for men is usually carried out by urologists, general practitioners or internists.Skin cancer screeningSkin cancer screenings for women and men are carried out in dermatology practices or at family doctor practices with special additional qualifications.Early detection of bowel cancerThe following doctors are permitted to perform colonoscopies for the early detection of bowel cancer:specialists in internal medicine provided they are qualified to perform "endoscopic colon examinations"gastroenterologists surgical specialists, provided they are authorised to perform colonoscopies and colonoscopic polypectomies (polyp removal)Stool testThe stool test, which is an alternative to colonoscopies and part of bowel cancer screening, is available at your family doctor practice as well as gynaecological and urological practices.Health check-ups Health check-ups for men and women can be performed by:general practitionersprimary care physiciansspecialists in internal medicine doctors who do not specialise in any particular fieldAre you looking for a suitable doctor’s surgery? If so, take a look at our TK-DoctorGuide.
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