Reading Bupa Health and Dental Centre

Advanced fitness test

If you’re motivated by your fitness, this test gives you a thorough understanding of your body’s response to exercise. This test provides fitness score – VO² max (predicted) using anaerobic threshold. This is only done as part of Be.Ahead.

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Breast health check

Our breast check involves a clinical examination and doctor consultation for up to 15 minutes. If you’ve booked a mammogram as part of a breast health check, it may be delivered at a different location. Please contact us for more information.

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Coronary health check

This health check uses a CT scan to calculate your risk of developing coronary artery disease (the main cause of heart attack), and helps identify the main risk factors for heart disease. It offers practical advice about positive lifestyle changes. Please contact us for more information.

Please note the CT scan may take place at a different location.

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Colon health check

Our colon health check includes a Computed Tomography (CT) scan of your bowel, known as a virtual colonoscopy. This is designed to check for polyps and other signs of bowel cancer. Please contact us for more information.

Please note the CT scan may take place at a different location.

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Dental services

We provide routine, specialist and cosmetic treatments at our dental centres. Please see individual dental centres for details.

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GP services

We provide private GP appointments, and can usually provide an appointment on the next working day, if not sooner. Customers must be 18 years and above.

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Earwax Removal

This appointment is primarily designed for individuals who feel that they are suffering from excess earwax.

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Menopause Plan Initial Appointment F2F

This appointment is primarily designed for individuals who feel that they are suffering from the menopause or wish to discuss the menopause in more detail with one of our specialised trained GP’s

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Sexual Health Check

30 minutes duration

A check for those with no symptoms but who want to get tested specifically for chlamydia, HIV, gonorrhoea and syphilis.

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Sexual Health Check Plus

30 minutes duration

A check for those with no symptoms but who want a more comprehensive check for STIs. This includes tests for chlamydia, gonorrhoea, trichomonas vaginalis, syphilis, HIV, and hepatitis B and C.

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Sexual Health GP Complete

45 minutes duration

This is a comprehensive check for those with or without symptoms. This check includes tests for chlamydia, HIV, gonorrhoea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, trichomonas vaginalis, ureaplasma, mycoplasma if symptomatic only and candida and bacterial vaginosis if clinically indicated and time with a GP.

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Sexual Health GP Appointment (30 minutes)

30 minutes duration

A consultation for those who would like time with a GP to discuss a specific sexual health concern. This could be a symptom or advice on next steps if you have been informed that you might be at risk of having contracted an STI.

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Period Plan (45 Minutes)

45 minutes duration and a 15 minute follow-up appointment

The Bupa Period plan is suitable for individuals aged 18 or over who feel that they are suffering from symptoms related to their periods. Our GPs are specially trained to offer advice on how to manage your periods.

The plan includes an initial consultation, follow-up appointment and ongoing support for a year with access to our Anytime Healthline nurses.

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Mens' Sexual Function Initial Appointment

30 minutes duration and a 15 minute follow-up appointment

This is designed for those who are struggling with erection problems such as erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation and a low libido.

We’ll help you find the cause of these issues so you get long-term help.

The plan includes an initial consultation, follow-up (either in-person or remotely) and ongoing support for a year with access to our Anytime Healthline nurse

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Flu vaccinations

Help protect yourself and others in the colder months with a seasonal flu vaccination available at our centre.

Travel vaccinations

Protecting yourself against diseases such as Yellow Fever, Typhoid and Polio can be an important part of planning your trip abroad. We are proud to work in partnership with MASTA to deliver a travel health service which provides the latest information, vaccinations and anti-malarial treatments you’ll need to make the most of your travel plans.

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Physiotherapy

Our physiotherapists typically provide consultations and treatments such as mobilisation, manual therapy, massage and acupuncture.

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Podiatry

Podiatrists specialise in the diagnosis and treatment of injuries and disorders that affect the foot, ankle and lower limb, as well as those relating to the biomechanical systems and movement of your body.

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Musculoskeletal physician

Our musculoskeletal physicians specialise in diagnosing and treating problems with muscles, bones and joints – with a focus on returning you to full activity, whether sporting or occupational. They are able to treat a wide range of complaints ranging from acute back pain, sprains, muscle tears and sporting injuries to longstanding spinal, joint and muscle issues, including arthritis and spinal damage.

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Osteopathy

Osteopaths use their understanding of the relationship between the structure and function of the body to help resolve the underlying cause of problems associated with bones, joints and the back. Conditions osteopaths can treat include back pain, arthritis, restricted mobility and minor sports injuries.

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