Find answers to common questions about The Well Clinic, our health assessments, memberships, private GP services and preventive healthcare.
Choosing the right healthcare provider is an important decision. Below you’ll find answers to many of the questions we are regularly asked about our services, preventive healthcare, health assessments, memberships and diagnostic testing.
If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, our team will be happy to help.
A health assessment is a comprehensive review of your current health. It typically combines a detailed medical consultation with appropriate diagnostic testing, lifestyle evaluation and personalised recommendations to help identify health risks early and support long-term wellbeing.
Health assessments are suitable for adults of all ages. They are particularly valuable for people over 40, those with a family history of chronic disease, busy professionals, or anyone who wants a better understanding of their health.
The frequency depends on your age, medical history and personal health goals. Many patients choose to have an annual assessment to monitor changes and identify potential concerns at an early stage.
A standard GP appointment usually focuses on a specific health concern. A comprehensive health assessment takes a broader view, looking at your medical history, lifestyle, risk factors, diagnostic testing and long-term health planning.
Preventive healthcare focuses on identifying health risks before illness develops. The aim is to help people stay healthier for longer through regular assessments, early detection, lifestyle advice and ongoing monitoring.
Many conditions, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes and high blood pressure, can develop gradually without obvious symptoms. Identifying risk factors early provides an opportunity to make positive changes before more serious problems develop.
Yes. We provide testosterone testing and comprehensive hormone assessments where clinically appropriate, helping to investigate symptoms such as fatigue, low energy, reduced libido and changes in physical performance.
Yes. We provide prostate health assessments, including PSA testing where appropriate, together with personalised advice based on your age, symptoms and medical history.
Yes. Erectile dysfunction can have a range of physical and lifestyle causes. We offer confidential assessments to identify contributing factors and discuss appropriate treatment options.
Yes. We provide personalised menopause consultations to help women better understand hormonal changes, manage symptoms and explore appropriate treatment and lifestyle options.
Yes. Hormone testing may be recommended where clinically appropriate to investigate symptoms or support diagnosis and treatment planning.
A Well Woman Health Check may include a medical consultation, lifestyle review, blood testing, cardiovascular assessment and personalised recommendations depending on your individual health needs.
Yes. High cholesterol often has no symptoms, making regular screening an important part of preventive healthcare.
These are advanced cardiovascular blood markers that may provide additional information about heart disease risk and can be included in selected assessments where clinically appropriate.
Yes. We offer diabetes risk assessments, including blood glucose and HbA1c testing, together with personalised advice on reducing future risk.
An InBody assessment measures body fat, muscle mass, visceral fat, hydration and other important health markers, providing much more information than weight or BMI alone.
Yes. Poor sleep has been linked to reduced concentration, fatigue, cardiovascular disease, metabolic disorders and reduced overall wellbeing.
We can assess your symptoms and, where appropriate, recommend further investigations or referral for sleep studies.
Membership provides convenient access to ongoing private healthcare, preventive health assessments and additional member benefits designed to support your long-term health.
Yes. Membership options can be upgraded as your healthcare needs change.
Membership terms and cancellation policies will be outlined when membership plans are launched.
Most services can be booked directly without a referral.
Appointments can be booked online, by telephone or by contacting our team directly.
Appointment lengths vary depending on the service you book. Comprehensive health assessments generally allow significantly more time than a standard GP consultation.
This depends on the tests performed. Your doctor will explain expected timescales during your appointment.
Yes. We believe understanding your results is just as important as receiving them. Your consultation includes time to discuss your findings and any recommended next steps.
Where appropriate, you’ll receive personalised recommendations based on your assessment, medical history, lifestyle and health goals.
Our focus is on preventive healthcare rather than simply treating illness. We combine experienced medical care with advanced diagnostic testing, comprehensive health assessments and personalised lifestyle advice to help patients better understand their health and reduce future risks.
The Well Clinic is based in Waterford and welcomes patients from across Waterford, Kilkenny, Wexford, Carlow, Tipperary, the wider South East, Dublin and throughout Ireland.
Dr Mark Rowe has more than 25 years of medical experience and is recognised for his work in preventive healthcare, lifestyle medicine and helping people improve their long-term health through evidence-based, personalised care.
Whether you’re looking for a comprehensive health assessment, personalised preventive healthcare or expert medical advice, Dr Mark Rowe and The Well Clinic are here to help you understand your health and support your long-term wellbeing.
