St. Luke’s Wellness Center: Rethinking Executive Checkups for a New Generation
With the rapidly changing lifestyle of today’s youth, the traditional approach to executive checkups is also evolving. As Dr. Rowena Ejercito-De Jesus, head of St. Luke’s Wellness Center in Global City and Quezon City, emphasized during a recent interview, executive checkups are now more relevant than ever—even for teenagers.
“Several medical conditions do not present any signs or symptoms in the early stages. That’s why regular health checkups are important—they can help detect potential issues early and have a lasting impact on a person’s long-term health,” says Dr. De Jesus.
In a society where many still seek medical attention only when symptoms arise or a health issue becomes urgent, Dr. De Jesus underscores the vital role of preventive healthcare. Through routine executive checkups, individuals can proactively safeguard their health.
“Thinking of preventive healthcare and regular checkups as merely additional costs is an outdated mindset,” she explains. “Wellness checkups, which can begin as early as the teenage years, are part of a holistic approach to health—addressing physical and mental wellness.”
With mental health challenges increasingly affecting younger populations, St. Luke’s Medical Center continues to innovate to meet the needs of every individual—regardless of age.
“At the St. Luke’s Wellness Center, we welcome patients as young as 10 years old for wellness checkups. Today’s youth are exposed to numerous lifestyle risks, including sedentary habits, excessive screen time, and easy access to unhealthy food options,” Dr. De Jesus notes. “All of these can lead to conditions that might otherwise go undetected without early intervention.”
She further advocates for healthy living among young adults, emphasizing that early detection through executive checkups enables timely lifestyle changes. These may include nutrition counseling, weight management, and other preventive care measures tailored to the individual.
At St. Luke’s Wellness Center, executive checkups are not one-size-fits-all. They are customized based on age, gender, lifestyle, and even family history—including risks for chronic conditions such as cancer, diabetes, and obesity.
In today’s world, health is no longer just about treating disease but, more importantly, preventing it. Indeed, health is wealth, and prevention of disease is the key for all individuals. With early, personalized executive check-ups, St Luke’s Health and Wellness Center empowers even the younger generation to take charge of their well-being.
