In a questionnaire given to patients who completed their exams, the majority said the results made them rethink the way they live. Another vowed to cut down on alcohol, while almost all acknowledged a need to exercise more. Sharp's exam also emphasizes lifestyle and early detection. Dr. Kim Fuller, Sharp Rees-Stealy's director of the Occupational Medicine Program, says the emphasis of the test is to screen risk factors. Patients are given a computerized lifestyle assessment and a dictated report from the doctors who conducted the exams.
Doctors are available for discussion upon patient request.
Part of the computerized assessment is advice on how to improve diet and exercise. Richard Esposito, who works with laser power optics, says yes. A long-standing member of an HMO, he decided to use the services of Scripps' Executive Health Program about eight months ago. It identified problems and solutions. My second visit was a consultation, and the doctor reviewed my results and recommended nutrition and vitamins.