GUIDE
New to Zürich with no GP? How to get a full private health check-up.
If you have recently moved to Zürich and do not yet have a family doctor, you can arrange a private preventive health assessment directly, with no referral. LongevityNow is a physician-led practice near Zürich Hauptbahnhof that works with English-speaking patients. A full baseline typically takes two to three appointments across about two weeks, and every result is explained by a physician in plain language.
You do not need a referral
In Switzerland you can arrange a private preventive assessment without a referral and without an existing GP. You can book directly through the contact form, or take the short online assessment first to get a recommended starting point. It complements a future family-doctor relationship rather than replacing it.
What a first assessment covers
A baseline goes wider than a routine check-up. It includes cardiovascular imaging, advanced lipid markers such as ApoB and lipoprotein(a), metabolic panels, body composition, and a sleep and lifestyle review. Findings are reviewed with you by a physician and translated into a clear, individual plan rather than a fixed package.
Why a baseline matters when you have just moved
A new country usually means no medical history on file locally. An assessment creates a precise baseline you can carry forward, and it can surface risk that a routine visit is not designed to detect. In one study of asymptomatic adults, most of those rated low risk by a standard score still had early, silent arterial changes on imaging (Circulation, 2015).
Where we are and how to start
LongevityNow is at Schützengasse 25, 8001 Zürich, a short walk from Zürich Hauptbahnhof, in the Lindenhof quarter. The practice is by appointment only. The fastest way to begin is the two-minute assessment, or you can book a consultation directly.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a Swiss GP or a referral first?
No. You can arrange a private preventive assessment directly, with no referral. It is designed to work alongside a future GP relationship, not to replace it.
Is the assessment available in English?
Yes. LongevityNow works with English-speaking patients, and every result is reviewed with you by a physician in plain language.
How long does it take?
A full baseline typically takes two to three appointments across about two weeks, including a clinical interview, blood work, imaging, and a results review.
Where is the clinic, and is it easy to reach?
Schützengasse 25, 8001 Zürich, a short walk from Zürich Hauptbahnhof in the Lindenhof quarter. The practice is by appointment only.
Is any of it covered by insurance?
Some diagnostic components may be covered by Swiss basic insurance when ordered for clinical reasons. Most preventive longevity components are self-paid. We outline what applies during your consultation.
References
- Fernández-Friera L, et al. Prevalence, Vascular Distribution, and Multiterritorial Extent of Subclinical Atherosclerosis in a Middle-Aged Cohort: The PESA Study. Circulation. 2015. View source →
This guide is general information, reviewed by our clinical team, and is not a substitute for individual medical advice.
See where you stand.
Take the two-minute assessment for a personalised starting point, or speak with a physician directly.