Annual Physicals
The best gift you can give yourself? A complete physical at Doctors Care.
A thorough exam will let our physicians detect problems early, when they're still easily treatable. A physical will alert you to warning signs that can grow into full-blown health issues if left unchecked. Most of all, a physical can give you a rundown of what you need to do to keep yourself in tip-top shape for years to come.
Here are some of the things we'll look at:
A thorough family and personal history. That information will help point out areas where we might need to take a closer look so we can ward off potential problems early.
A review of medications you're taking and vaccinations you might need.
An EKG. This noninvasive heart test that can reveal the cause of unexplained pain or symptoms as well as give us an excellent analysis of how well the body's engine is performing.
Blood pressure check. If it's off we'll take a look at possible reasons. Is there a family history of diabetes that needs to be considered? Could simple changes in diet and exercise put you back on track?
A thorough exam will let our physicians detect problems early, when they're still easily treatable. A physical will alert you to warning signs that can grow into full-blown health issues if left unchecked. Most of all, a physical can give you a rundown of what you need to do to keep yourself in tip-top shape for years to come.
Here are some of the things we'll look at:
A thorough family and personal history. That information will help point out areas where we might need to take a closer look so we can ward off potential problems early.
A review of medications you're taking and vaccinations you might need.
An EKG. This noninvasive heart test that can reveal the cause of unexplained pain or symptoms as well as give us an excellent analysis of how well the body's engine is performing.
Blood pressure check. If it's off we'll take a look at possible reasons. Is there a family history of diabetes that needs to be considered? Could simple changes in diet and exercise put you back on track?
A cholesterol test. High cholesterol has no symptoms but, if left unchecked, can lead to serious complications if plaque builds up in your body and causes arteries to constrict.
Complete blood count. Those results can tell you if your levels of white cells, red cells and platelets are where they should be. Problems here can indicate anything from an infection to anemia to cancer.
Urine test. This gives us an idea about the general health of your kidneys and also can be used as a preliminary screen for diabetes. Men will undergo prostate exams.
Most insurance providers fully or partially cover an annual physical. Check with your provider to see if you're eligible.
Complete blood count. Those results can tell you if your levels of white cells, red cells and platelets are where they should be. Problems here can indicate anything from an infection to anemia to cancer.
Urine test. This gives us an idea about the general health of your kidneys and also can be used as a preliminary screen for diabetes. Men will undergo prostate exams.
Most insurance providers fully or partially cover an annual physical. Check with your provider to see if you're eligible.
Don't wait until there's something wrong to call for an appointment. With our convenient locations and flexible hours designed to work around your life, Doctors Care offers the care you need, when and where you need it. Call your nearest Doctors Care to schedule an appointment today.
