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Walk-In Physical Exams
What Does a Physical Annual Exam Consist Of?
During an annual physical exam, your healthcare provider will:
- Review your medical history, including family medical history, current medications, and any recent health changes or concerns.
- Measure vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, and respiratory rate.
- Conduct a thorough physical examination, which may include inspecting your eyes, ears, nose, throat, heart, lungs, abdomen, skin, lymph nodes, and extremities.
- Perform gender-specific screenings, such as a pelvic exam and breast cancer screening for women, or a testicular exam and prostate check for men.
- Assess your mental health and discuss lifestyle factors, including diet, exercise, smoking, and alcohol use, to provide tailored recommendations for maintaining healthy habits.
- Order lab tests or additional testing if necessary, such as blood work or urinalysis, to further evaluate your health status.
- Update immunizations as needed to support your preventative care.
This routine physical helps your primary care provider monitor your current health status, identify potential health risks like high blood pressure or early signs of illness, and develop a personalized plan to maintain or improve your health and wellness.
How to Prepare for a Physical
Preparing for your physical exam helps ensure the visit is efficient and thorough. Here are some tips to get ready:
- Gather Your Medical Information: Bring a detailed list of all the medications you are currently taking, including dosages and frequency. Also, have information about your family medical history and any recent procedures or visits to other doctors.
- Note Your Health Concerns: Write down any symptoms, changes in your health, or mental health concerns you want to discuss with your primary care provider. This helps make sure nothing important is missed during your appointment.
- Review Your Lifestyle: Be ready to talk about your diet, exercise habits, alcohol consumption, smoking, and other lifestyle factors. This information helps your care team provide personalized recommendations for preventive care.
- Bring Necessary Paperwork: If your physical exam is for employment, sports, or school, bring any required forms or documents that need to be completed.
- Fast, If Required: Some lab tests may require fasting beforehand. Confirm with your provider if this applies to your visit.
By preparing in advance, you help your healthcare provider get a clear picture of your current health status and deliver the best possible care.
What to Expect at a Routine Physical
When you come to +MEDRITE Urgent Care for a physical exam, you can expect a streamlined and efficient process designed to respect your time and comfort.
- Check-in: You’ll be greeted by our front desk staff who will help you with the necessary paperwork and guide you through the initial process.
- Pre-Exam Assessment: A nurse will take your vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature, and review your medical history.
- Physical Examination: A healthcare provider will perform the exam, which may include listening to your heart and lungs, examining your eyes, ears, and throat, assessing your neurological function, and other system checks depending on your age and health status.
- Discussion and Guidance: After the examination, the provider will discuss any findings with you and provide advice or referrals for further testing if necessary.
- Follow-Up: You’ll receive any necessary paperwork or certification, and guidance on any follow-up steps.
FAQs
Does urgent care do physicals?
Yes, urgent care centers like ours offer physical exams, including walk-in physicals for adults, children, seniors, and employment purposes. Feel free to call ahead of time if you have any questions.
Why are annual physical exams important?
Physical exams are crucial for checking your overall health status, preventing diseases, and managing existing conditions effectively.
How long does a physical take?
Most physical exams are completed within 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the complexity and the type of exam.
What should I bring to a physical exam?
Bring a list of any medications you are taking, your medical history, and any specific forms required for the exam.
How do I follow up on results?
Your provider will guide you on how to obtain your results, and do a follow-up visit if necessary.
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