Department of Health Assessment

About Us

Department of Health AssessmentPrevention is essential for maintaining good health, and health assessment plays a crucial role to identifying potential health risks. At the Department of Health Assessment, we provide a range of health assessment tests to help people to detect diseases early, prevent disease progression and make informed decisions for a healthy lifestyle.

Since 1984, the Department of Health Assessment has been a trusted provider of quality and reliable health assessment services in Hong Kong. Our Happy Valley and Island East health assessment centers are equipped with the state-of-the-art facilities and equipment. We offer wide-ranging health check-up, assessments and diagnostic services which will be conducted by a dedicated team of healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, registered dietitians and technicians. Based on the health assessment results, our professional team provides recommendations on lifestyle, diet and behaviour to help you achieve optimal health.

At Department of Health Assessment (Island East), we offer a range of special packages for health assessment and cancer screening services are available to cater to the diverse needs of different people.

Our Services

Health Assessment Tests

You may choose to participate in one or more of our assessment tests, or opt for one of our Assessment Schemes, which are recommended for all individuals. Our professional team will provide you with health advice as part of the Assessment Schemes.

General Assessment Tests
  • Medical history 
  • Physical examination 
  • Laboratory investigations of blood, urine and stool samples 
  • Ultrasound and X-ray examinations 
  • Others 

Specific Assessment Tests
  • Hepatitis B antigen / antibody test 
  • Hepatitis B carrier follow-up package
    (including blood tests and ultrasound tests) 
  • Tumor markers tests (e.g. PSA, EBV DNA) 
  • Treadmill stress test 
  • MRI cardiac perfusion scan / CT coronary angiogram 
  • MRI stroke imaging package 
  • Imaging examination for identifying the causes of secondary hypertension 
  • 3D Mammography and Ultrasound
  • Pap smear
  • Bone densitometry 
  • Others 


Health Advice
Health assessment is a highly effective preventive measures that provides you with valuable information to make well-informed health decisions and choices. Our Assessment Schemes are closely monitored by experienced doctors in two consultation sessions as follows:

During the first session, our team will offer advice based on your medical history and physical examination. If necessary, additional tests targeting specific conditions or problems will be suggested where indicated.

In the second session, which is typically scheduled after 10 working days of the first session, the attending doctor will review the Assessment Report with you and offer advice on lifestyle changes and health management as needed.

We also have a registered dietitian to provide professional dietary advice, and referrals to various specialists can be made if deemed necessary.


Clinical Physiology Service
The Department of Health Assessment offers a diverse array of clinical physiological tests, such as treadmill tests, spirometry, and lung function test.


Patient Reminder
  1. Please arrive at our Department, located at either Happy Valley (10/F, Li Shu Pui Block, HK Sanatorium & Hospital) or Island East (5/F, Li Shu Fong Building, HKSH Eastern Medical Centre) at your scheduled appointment time.
  2. Please ensure that you bring valid identification documents, such as your Hong Kong Identity Card, Chinese Identity Card and permit, Chinese passport, or any other relevant documents.
  3. Please fast for 8 hours prior to the examination (plain water is allowed).
  4. Please continue taking your medication, except for anti-diabetic agents. On the day of the examination, please bring along information about your medications for our records.
  5. For stool samples, collect a specimen in a clean, capped bottle one day before the examination and keep it in a cool, dry place. The sample should be at least 1-2 cm thick. If it is not available before the examination, the specimen can be collected on the day of the examination prior to the report date (within 3 months from the day of examination).
  6. For urine samples, please collect a mid-stream specimen on the day of the examination at the health assessment centre. Do not collect the sample at home, as it may compromise the accuracy of the test.
  7. Please write your name and ID number on the specimen bottle.
  8. If you have x-ray films, ultrasound images, or other examination reports, please bring them along for comparison. Images taken in our hospital from 2004 and after are stored in our computer system.
  9. For treadmill exercise stress tests, please wear or bring rubber-soled shoes.
  10. We accept cash, EPS, and credit cards (including MasterCard, VISA, UnionPay, and American Express) for payment.

Contact Us
For enquiries and appointments, please contact us at:
 
Department of Health Assessment (Happy Valley)
Address:10/F, Li Shu Pui Block
Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital
2 Village Road, Happy Valley, Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 2835 8675
Fax:(852) 2892 7513
Email:healthassessment@hksh-hospital.com
Whatsapp:(852) 2835 8675 (For non-emergency cases)
Please provide your name and contact number in text message.
Our Centre will contact you by phone to confirm your appointment.
Do not send voice messages or graphics.
Service Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday:8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays


Department of Health Assessment (Island East)
Address:  5/F, Li Shu Fong Building
5 A Kung Ngam Village Road, Shau Kei Wan, Hong Kong
Tel:(852) 2917 1150
Fax:(852) 2892 7404
Email:healthassessment@hksh-emc.com
WhatsApp:(852) 2917 1150 (For non-emergency cases)
Please provide your name and contact number in text message.
Our Centre will contact you by phone to confirm your appointment.
Do not send voice messages or graphics.

Service Hours
Monday to Friday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday:9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays