Patient Information

Dear Patient,

In order to make your stay as pleasant as possible, please read the following information carefully. If you have any questions or require additional information, you can contact us at any time by telephone or e-mail. To ensure the best possible service, please note the following:

1. Identification document: Please bring your identity card or passport so that we can record your details correctly.
 

2. Preliminary documents: Please fill out the online medical history and consent forms in advance.
 

3. Preparation for blood tests and OGTT: Maintain your usual diet and physical activity three days before the Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT) and other blood tests.
 

4. Arrive on an empty stomach: Please come to the examination on an empty stomach (do not eat or drink anything except water or unsweetened tea 12 hours beforehand). Snacks and drinks are available after the blood tests.
 

5. Avoid smoking, alcohol and exercise: Please do not smoke, consume alcohol or engage in physical activity 12 hours before the examination.
 

6. Preparation if you have a lot of body hair: If you a very hairy chest, please shave it, as electrodes will be attached for some examinations. For ergospirometry, we also recommend shaving your facial hair to ensure that the breathing mask fits better.
 

7. Avoid lotions or creams: Avoid using body lotion or hand cream on the day of the examination.
 

8. Comfortable clothing: Bring sportswear (sports pants and sneakers) for the fitness test. We also recommend light footwear (slippers or flip-flops) for a comfortable change of clothes.

9. Towels and shower utensils: Towels and hygiene items are freely available in our clinic. You can shower in our rooms at the end of the day and after the fitness test.

We look forward to welcoming you and wish you a pleasant stay!