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DOCTOR'S NOTES

Hello! I am Dr. Adam Staten, Clinical Director at One Day Tests and this is my team's blog.

Our Clinical Governance Team is led by Dr. Adam Staten and is made up of extremely talented doctors who ensure that our testing panels are accurate, innovative and up-to-date on current science and medicine developments.

Dr Adam Staten (MA MBBS MRCP(UK) MRCGP DRCOG DMCC PGCertCE) trained at Cambridge University and King's College London. After serving as a medical officer in the British Army, he returned to the NHS and is now an NHS GP and GP trainer. He has an interest in stress and burnout and has written several books on the subject. He is also the editor of a textbook used by GPs and family physicians all around the world.

Dr Staten is a firm believer in empowering patients to manage their own health and sees educating people about common health problems as the best way to achieve this.

DR. ADAM STATEN

Clinical Director at One Day Tests.

DR. VINESH MISTRY

Clinical Governance Team

DR. MIKE FORSYTHE

Clinical Governance Team

The power to manage your health - GPs blogs at One Day Tests.

  • Travel health
    April 30, 2025 Dr. Adam Staten

    TRAVEL HEALTH ADVICE

    As summer approaches, our thoughts turn to holidays. But there is no more certain way to ruin a long-awaited trip abroad than to fall ill whilst you are away.
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  • family playing in the sun
    April 29, 2025 Adam Staten

    SUMMER HEALTH ADVICE

    As Summer approaches, this brings with it a wide range of health benefits as well as potential risks to look out for. Stay safe and healthy this summer.
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  • man about to run for some exercise
    April 11, 2025 Dr. Amanda Chisholm

    WHAT IS LIFESTYLE MEDICINE?

    Dr Amanda Chisholm explains what lifestyle medicine is and how managing it correctly can give you a happier and healthier life.
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  • Low carbohydrate foods
    April 8, 2025 Laura Rimmer - Guest Author

    Advantages of a Low Carb and Ketogenic Diet

    In recent years, low carb and ketogenic diets have become incredibly popular for their ability to help with losing weight, increase energy levels and enhance overall health. Find out more.
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  • Different vitamins
    March 18, 2025 Dr. Adam Staten

    A Beginner's Guide to Vitamins

    Vitamins are essential nutrients that the body needs to function properly. Gain a better understanding of the types of Vitamins and their benefits to health.
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  • weight loss injections
    February 6, 2025 Dr. Mike Forsythe

    Understanding Weight Loss Injections

    22% of people asked in a recent survey, said they would like to use weight loss injections. Before considering this method of weight loss its important to understand what the injections are, how they work, and the steps you should take to ensure you monitor your overall health whilst taking the injections.
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  • full blood count test
    February 5, 2025 Dr. Adam Staten

    What is a Full Blood Count?

    The Full Blood Count (FBC) is one of the commonest blood tests performed by doctors. It provides an enormous amount of information about your state of health, your immune system, nutritional status and the clotting ability of your blood.
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  • heart protected by a pair of hands
    January 8, 2025 Dr. Mike Forsythe

    The importance of being proactive with your health

    It’s easy to take your health for granted, and sometimes it’s only when issues arise that the true value of health is fully appreciated. Read on to find out the measures to take to improve health and the benefits these measures will bring to your overall health.
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Recommended test panels from Dr. Adam Staten

ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE

This is the true Best Seller of our range. An ultimate screen for continuous monitoring or as a baseline. Covers everything you need for a full body MOT.
57 BIOMARKERS
1-2 DAYS
£190.00 £180.00
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ULTIMATE LONGEVITY

The largest and most complex test we do. One test to rule them all that covers everything you need.
66 BIOMARKERS
1-3 DAYS
£290.00 View test

ULTIMATE HEALTHY WOMAN

Designed for health conscious women who believe in proactive health management, this test is an ideal annual health review.
47 BIOMARKERS
1-2 DAYS
£155.00 View test

ESSENTIAL ALL SYSTEMS

This is a basic MOT test for those suffering with fatigue, loss of appetite or stomach pains. It covers a full blood count, kidney and liver function, electrolytes, immunoglobulin study and CRP (inflammation).
40 BIOMARKERS
1-2 DAYS
£129.00 View test