Services in Othmarschen | MEDIZINICUM Hamburg

The most common diseases of our time develop gradually and can be easily detected and treated in a timely manner even in their preliminary or early stages. These include, in particular, cardiovascular diseases, lipid metabolism disorders, kidney diseases, and diabetes mellitus (type II).

At MEDIZINICUM Othmarschen, we offer a wide range of internal medicine services based on the latest medical standards and guideline-compliant therapy. We value open communication and listening to our patients' concerns, which benefits your health.

Further diagnostics, such as specialized medical examinations, endoscopies, and radiological diagnostics, can be performed directly and promptly at MEDIZINICUM Stephansplatz.

Our services in Othmarschen

Ultrasound diagnostics

Examination of your heart

Using ultrasound waves, we can view and assess your heart valves and take a closer look at the performance of the heart muscle. We can also assess the size of the heart and regional differences in pumping behavior.

During the examination you assume a semi-sitting position on your left side.
Your upper body must be freely accessible.
The examination takes about 10 minutes.

Examination of your neck vessels

We use an ultrasound magnifying glass to take a closer look at your neck vessel wall. This allows us to detect possible preliminary stages of vascular calcification and treat them in good time. We can also better assess the risk of elevated cholesterol levels.

You do not have to appear sober.
The neck region must be freely accessible.
The examination takes about 10 minutes.

Examination of the neck region and thyroid gland

We use ultrasound to examine and assess the lymph nodes in your neck and the thyroid gland.

You do not have to appear sober.
The neck region must be freely accessible.
The examination takes about 10 minutes.

Examination of your abdomen

During this examination, we examine and assess the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, kidneys, the large vessels of the abdominal cavity, the spleen and the lower abdominal organs.

You should be fasting for the examination. This allows us to better assess the gallbladder and pancreas.
The area around the navel must be freely accessible. Please choose appropriate clothing. You can keep your shoes on.
The examination takes about 10 minutes.

Ultrasound leg veins

Thanks to sonography of your leg veins, we can rule out fresh and old thromboses and diagnose varicose veins.

Your legs must be freely accessible.
You can keep your socks on.
The examination takes about 10 minutes.

Laboratory tests

The MEDIZINICUM Group also has its own modern laboratory in which we can carry out specific and targeted examinations quickly, reliably and without unnecessary waiting times - for precise diagnostics and prompt, individual care. Your health is our concern!

Lung function / spirometry

What is the capacity of your lungs? How high is the air resistance in the bronchial tubes? What is your breathing volume? We will find out together with the help of spirometry. All you have to do is follow our instructions in e We use this examination for:

Bronchial asthma
Chronic lung diseases with suspected narrowing of the bronchial tubes
unclear medical conditions with shortness of breath
Diving examinations

This is how it works

During the examination, you will be seated and we will place a small clamp on your nose. You then take the device in your hands and breathe into it several times according to our instructions. The examination takes about five minutes.

Oxygen measurement:

Measurement of the oxygen concentration in the vessel to assess the oxygen supply at rest and under stress

Vaccinations

Vaccinations are among the most important and effective preventive measures in medicine. They are so crucial because they help to stimulate the immune system to produce antibodies by weakening the infection and thus become a weapon against the real infection. In addition, a high vaccination rate ensures that an infection does not spread uncontrollably in the population.

What you need to bear in mind

Please bring your vaccination booklet with you, if you have one.
You should be free of acute, serious infections.
If you are currently undergoing chemotherapy or radiation treatment or have chronic immunodeficiencies, please contact us in advance for a detailed discussion.

Please stay for about 15 minutes after the vaccination

Blood pressure measurement / 24h blood pressure profile

A blood pressure measurement provides an initial indication of your cardiovascular risk. With a 24-hour blood pressure profile, we record your values in everyday life and at night - this allows us to reliably detect high blood pressure and fluctuations.

Resting and exercise ECG

The resting ECG shows the electrical activity of the heart in a relaxed state. During exercise ECG (bicycle ergometry), we check how the heart and circulation react during physical exertion - important for clarifying circulatory disorders or cardiac arrhythmia.

BMI, waist-hip ratio

These measurements provide information about your body weight in relation to your height as well as your fat distribution. Both values are important factors in assessing your personal health risk, for example for cardiovascular disease or diabetes.

Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI)

The ankle-arm index compares the blood pressure in the arms and legs. A low value can indicate circulatory disorders (peripheral arterial occlusive disease, "intermittent claudication") - an important early indicator of vascular disease.

Preventive medicine

We take time for you because preventive healthcare is important: we first clarify your risk profile in a detailed consultation. The physical examination provides us with further information about your state of health. If this is not optimal, we discuss the possible effects with you. Together, we develop solutions for changing unhealthy lifestyle habits.

Interdisciplinary clinic and practice group

MEDIZINICUM is an interdisciplinary medical care center with several locations in Hamburg and the surrounding area. Around 90 doctors from over 30 specialties work closely together - for precise diagnostics, fast processes and individually tailored therapies.

We combine modern cutting-edge medicine, which is otherwise only available in large hospitals, with the personal care of an outpatient practice.

A particular focus is on the treatment of complex clinical pictures - especially in the field of internal medicine, rheumatologyimmunology and related specialties.

The MEDIZINICUM is now one of the largest outpatient centers of its kind in Germany.

We want to make medicine better and better - for your health.