Samitivej's commitment to #OnceThatMatters continues with 
genetic screening, offering a healthcare roadmap for all ages 
to achieve optimal well-being

August 21, 2023 - Despite improvements in treatments and better health outcomes, the prevalence of dementia and early-onset heart disease and cancers is on the rise due to shifts towards more sedentary and stressful lifestyles, as well as environmental factors like pollution. This underscores the importance of genetic awareness and emphasizes the need for individuals with genetic predispositions that have a substantial influence on the development of these conditions to adopt proactive and healthy behaviors. As the healthcare focus shifts from treatment to prevention, understanding your genetic profile emerges as a potent tool for proactively managing your health. Samitivej Hospital is leading the way in innovative health initiatives under the concept of a ‘Healthier GENEration.’ Samitivej Hospital opened the Samitivej Genomic and Lifestyle Wellness Center, which offers genetic screening programs using medical-grade standards. 

Chairat Panthuraamphorn, M.D., CEO of Samitivej and BNH Hospitals, reiterates Samitivej’s commitment to #OnceThatMatters. He introduced a groundbreaking innovation in genetic screening, a process that delves deep into an individual's genetic composition. This approach aligns with the understanding that genetics play a significant role in the onset of various diseases. Samitivej's genetic screening initiative begins the journey of proactive health planning, offering a healthcare roadmap aimed at addressing health concerns. This healthcare roadmap encompasses the following:

• Precision: Executed with medical-grade standards, our genetic testing leverages cutting-edge whole genome sequencing (WGS) technology, empowering the analysis of over 3 billion letters, spanning more than 20,000 genes. Interpretation of results is performed by our geneticist. The laboratory conducting the tests adheres to international standards, including CLIA certification and CAP accreditation, ensuring a 99% accuracy rate.
• Complimentary Initial Risk Assessment: The risk assessment for genetic diseases is conducted through the Well by Samitivej application, employing a Family Tree Analysis method developed by a respected medical team in accordance with U.S. standards. Individuals are encouraged to participate in an initial 15-minute consultation with a genetic counselor, which is offered free of charge as part of this service.
• Genuine Risk Mitigation: In instances where individuals are categorized as having moderate to high genetic risk, our Health Coach, a specialized medical professional from Samitivej, collaborates to tailor personalized lifestyle strategies aimed at circumventing and minimizing disease risk. Whether addressing conditions such as Alzheimer's, cancer, heart disease, or preconception genetic screening for optimal treatment outcomes, our approach remains resolutely individual-centric.

For more information 

• Samitivej Genomic and Lifestyle Wellness Center, Building 2, 3rd Floor, Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., email: [email protected]
• Internal Medicine Clinic, 1st Floor, Samitivej Srinakarin Hospital, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., email: [email protected]