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14443a Culver Dr, Irvine, CA 9260414443a Culver Dr
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
4.49(47 reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in reviews for their clean offices

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Carbon Health Urgent Care, Irvine - 14443a Culver Dr
Scheduled my appointment online the night before. Super easy online process. Had my appointment set at 1:30pm, and I arrived at 1:20pm. Didn't get checked in until 2:30pm... Front office staff service was underpar today. Usually there's 2 people, but I noticed only 1 new worker struggling by herself. Other than that, excellent clinic. Everything is clean as always, staff is friendly as always.

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1300 N Kraemer Blvd, Anaheim, CA 928061300 N Kraemer Blvd
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
4.79(113 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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MD Medical Clinics, Worker's Comp (MD) - 1300 N Kraemer Blvd
Wonderful place to go for your doctors visit! They are very friendly once you come in.

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858 N Rose Dr, Placentia, CA 92870858 N Rose Dr
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
4.59(79 reviews)
Carbon Health Urgent Care, Placentia - 858 N Rose Dr
This was my first time at this office. I used the website to book my appointment. I was welcomed in and the ladies were so nice, professional, courteous, I don't know why I took so late ng to go in. Thank you ladies.

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1000 Bristol St N, Newport Beach, CA 926601000 Bristol St N
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:15 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:15 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:15 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:15 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:15 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:15 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
4.7(861 reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in patient reviews and ratings

Highly Rated

Newport Urgent Care  - 1000 Bristol St N
Very positive and comfortable experience. I walked in and only had to wait 10 minutes to get my x-ray, and the doctor came in shortly after. The x-ray tech was super nice and supportive.

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3195 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 926263195 Harbor Blvd
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
4.62(37 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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Carbon Health Urgent Care, Costa Mesa - 3195 Harbor Blvd
So amazing these caring souls that work here! I came in last minute with my daughter and in the kerfuffle of illness and getting her there on time we forgot her ID. The appointment I had originally was at 6:30 and they close at 7. We didn’t get back there with the ID until 6:50. The angel at the front desk called me to see if I was still coming! They helped us thoroughly, thoughtfully and with incredible kindness. Thank you immensely.

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140 E Commonwealth Ave, Fullerton, CA 92832140 E Commonwealth Ave
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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140 E Commonwealth Ave, Fullerton, CA 92832140 E Commonwealth Ave
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
4.82(137 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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Sunny Hills Medical Center, Urgent Care & Primary Care Visits - 140 E Commonwealth Ave
They saw me quickly and helped me out

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10165 Valley View St, Cypress, CA 9063010165 Valley View St
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
4.83(145 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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Carbon Health Urgent Care, Cypress - 10165 Valley View St
The provider and staff were friendly and informative. The wait time was very short.

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1040 W Imperial Hwy, La Habra, CA 906311040 W Imperial Hwy
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
4.28(75 reviews)
Carbon Health Urgent Care, La Habra - 1040 W Imperial Hwy
Very professional and caring staff, exceeded expectations- highly recommend

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15840 Soquel Canyon Pkwy, Chino Hills, CA 9170915840 Soquel Canyon Pkwy
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
4.8(20 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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Carbon Health Urgent Care, Chino Hills - 15840 Soquel Canyon Pkwy
This was a great place. Everyone was very nice and caring. We Loved that there was an X-ray tech and machine onsite. Is definitely recommend as well as go back if I ever need to.

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3955 Bedford Canyon Rd, Corona, CA 928833955 Bedford Canyon Rd
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
4.88(95 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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Carbon Health Urgent Care, Corona - 3955 Bedford Canyon Rd
The staff -Rheiann, Marlene & Kimberly we’re great! They were very helpful, provided exceptional service and were attentive to our concerns. We booked an appointment on line, check-in was quick and we met with the physician promptly at our scheduled time. I would highly recommend them to my friends & family!

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3851 Katella Ave, Los Alamitos, CA 907203851 Katella Ave
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
4.47(89 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

Short Wait Time

Carbon Health Urgent Care, 	
Los Alamitos - 3851 Katella Ave
The staff was great. Apologized for the wait. Offices were very clean. We had a very Good doctor and was funny, making small jokes to ease our visits. Would recommend Carbon Health.

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13299 South St, Cerritos, CA 9070313299 South St
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
4.42(103 reviews)
Carbon Health Urgent Care, Cerritos - 13299 South St
The best service, very fast, and excellent staff!

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4036 Grand Ave, Chino, CA 917104036 Grand Ave
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon10:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tue10:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wed10:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thu10:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Fri10:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sat11:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SunClosed
4.83(819 reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in patient reviews and ratings

Highly Rated

Lani City Medical Urgent Care, Chino - 4036 Grand Ave
I’ve had a cough for about a month and it was getting worse. Call for same day appointment and was very happy with the attention. The Receptionist was very nice and knowledgeable. Love the service. Definitely will recommend!  Thank you.

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14117 Limonite Ave, Eastvale, CA 9288014117 Limonite Ave
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
4.68(68 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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Carbon Health Urgent Care, Eastvale - 14117 Limonite Ave
Awesome first time experience! Wonderful medical professionals!

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32341 Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 9265132341 Coast Hwy
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
4.75(586 reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in patient reviews and ratings

Highly Rated

The wait time is short and the staff are friendly. You can rest assured that you will receive accurate treatment.

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14359 Pioneer Blvd, Norwalk, CA 9065014359 Pioneer Blvd
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
4.61(147 reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in reviews for their friendly staff

Friendly Staff

AME Medical Group, Norwalk Urgent Care - 14359 Pioneer Blvd
Dr.Mishal and staff were very friendly

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11971 Central Ave, Chino, CA 9171011971 Central Ave
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
4.78(54 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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Carbon Health Urgent Care, Chino - County Fair Shopping Center - 11971 Central Ave
Amazing place, made me feel so comfortable!

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11806 Whittier Blvd, Whittier, CA 9060111806 Whittier Blvd
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
5.0(32 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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Carbon Health Urgent Care, Whittier  - 11806 Whittier Blvd
May have started ruff, overall they treatment & care was very professional. Would highly recommend this facility.

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2010 E Carson St, Long Beach, CA 908072010 E Carson St
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
4.26(82 reviews)
Carbon Health Urgent Care, Long Beach, Carson St. - 2010 E Carson St
was quick, the np who treated me Enrico was pleasant and know what he is doung.

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Physical Exam FAQs

  • How much does a physical exam cost in North Tustin?

    Without insurance, a physical exam can cost anywhere between $50 and $200. With insurance, the cost of a physical exam is usually completely covered at least once a year, or requires a copayment of $10 to $50. Book a physical exam today to get estimated costs in North Tustin today.

  • How can I book a physical exam in North Tustin?

    If you are looking for a physical exam in North Tustin, Solv can help you book an appointment. Simply search for North Tustin-area doctors, find a provider, and book the most convenient time for you. Be sure to include “physical exam” as your reason for visit.

  • Where can I get a physical exam in North Tustin?

    In general, physical exams will be available at North Tustin-area urgent care centers, retail clinics and primary care doctor offices. While walk-in appointments are typically available, booking a visit online will reduce your wait time and ensure you get a physical as quickly and easily as possible.

  • Can I make a same-day appointment for a physical exam in North Tustin?

    Same-day and next-day appointments for physical exams can easily be booked directly through Solv. Simply search for North Tustin-area doctors, find a provider, and book an appointment for a physical as soon as today.

  • How do I find the best physical exam clinic in North Tustin?

    Solv gathers reviews, ratings, and other data on North Tustin-area general practitioners to ensure the clinics provided meet our standards. Search for a provider, see what previous patients think, and book an appointment with a top-rated doctor today!

  • Who should get a physical exam?

    It is generally recommended that everyone get a physical exam yearly. This can help detect problems early and begin treatment as early as possible. While the components of your physical may vary with age, it is important to have one annually at all ages.

  • Are video visits available with physical exam clinics in North Tustin?

    Although a complete physical exam cannot be completed over telehealth, your doctor may offer an annual wellness visit (AWV). An AWV is designed to evaluate patients over video and can replace annual physicals for individuals who have already established a relationship with their provider. AWVs do not require BMI and blood pressure measurements. These can either be self-reported or delayed.

  • Is a physical exam covered by my insurance?

    Many health insurers offer one annual physical for free. If the visit isn’t completely covered, patients will have to pay a $10 to $50 copay. It is uncommon for medical insurances to not offer annual physical coverage.

  • Are video visits with general practitioners covered by my insurance?

    AWVs are generally covered once per calendar year. Your insurance coverage for in-person physicals will be similar to the coverage provided for AWVs. Book a telemedicine visit to see estimated costs in the North Tustin area.

Recent Physical Exam Reviews (20)

So great!! I was feeling to sick to go to the Doctor!! Then l discovered l did not half to!! I just needed antibiotics for a sinus infection l seem to get every year!! I was dizzy and weak. Not having to go on physically worked really well for my needs!! Thank you soo much!! I will tell everyone l know!

- Verified patient on 1/14

Super grateful to have found this place. The wait time is super short and the doctor was very kind and helpful. I lost insurance and am in the process of getting coverage, and this was the only place that was willing to see me without waiting a long time for an appointment. I appreciated that the COVID test came with a physical exam so that my health concerns could be addressed at the same time. Highly recommend!

- Verified patient on 8/30

I went for COVID-19 test. I did not have any symptoms, just need my negative test so I could go to physical therapy, as I had been exposed. They are pretty efficient, considering the amount of people coming in. They call you when they are ready for you, so you just sit in your car and wait.

- Verified patient on 1/8

Front desk were very helpful.I took my daughter in for a Sports Physical and my daughter was seen right away!I would definitely recommend others to go in for their high school Sports Physical.

- Verified patient on 10/13

We came to our sports physical and every one was helpful and friendly, from our initial phone appointment to the assistant and most especially the doctor! Beautiful new office ! We highly recommended Priority Urgent care on Allen Road! Thank you for the exceptional service!

- Verified patient on 9/15

Had great experiences. Everyone was very friendly. Especially one young man, Walter- super thorough, organized, detailed, caring and very pleasant to deal with on the phone. I am a senior physical therapist with over a decade experience as a supervisor and really appreciate exceptional service when I see it. Thank you Walter!

- Verified patient on 5/18

Everyone was friendly and nice. Sports physical was as thorough as we expected. It was disappointing to have made an appointment and still have a one hour wait time to be seen.

- Verified patient on 8/11

Thank you for your speedy and very friendly service today! I appreciate you getting son in and out in a safely manner for a sports physical. The doctor was friendly and made my son laugh with his humor! Great experience and service!

- Verified patient on 10/8

Had a very thorough medical assist who went over my injures and medical history. Very professional. The ZpA that treated me was very good and did a complete physical overview of my shoulder , arm and eye injury. Very knowledgeable and professional team at this office. Would definitely refer a friend or relative to get treatment at this site.

- Verified patient on 12/19

We went here for a sports physical and it went amazing! No wait time and staff was very friendly. Establishment was very clean and professional. I definitely recommend.

- Verified patient on 7/13

Last minute physical needed to be done. It was quick and out the door with the necessary documents I needed. Will return if another physical is needed and will recommend of any friends/family need to get one done quick as well.

- Verified patient on 8/17

Always a great team every time I've been there physically or on the video appts . I wanted to add when I do come in Urgent Care physically they are such great staff the receptionist and a medical assistant they are also very helpful and courteous.

- Verified patient on 12/30

I took my kid for Sport Physical and they got us in, in a reasonable time with no appointment. Plus it was free when other places wanted to charge me $65 with a 5 hours of wait time.

- Verified patient on 9/18

Called to make an appointment, but was pleased to find i can make an appt online and be seen without physically going in. Which is great when you don't feel good and dont want to get others sick. I spoke with Frankie before speaking with the provider, he was so polite and helpful with all my questions. I spoke with Missy regarding my ailment and wow! She made me feel instantly at ease! You can tell she really cares about her patients. I felt she definitely went above what I expected. Immediately after speaking with her I felt better, and trust in the treatment and care shes given me. Thank you MedCove I really appreciate it❤

- Verified patient on 5/3

Took my daughter for a sports physical. Had a great experience the ladies in the front were nice. The ma I didn't get his name was great very personable. The dr was great made us feel comfortable.

- Verified patient on 8/2

The staff is friendly welcoming and friendly, I found the physical office/facility in *** Newman Avenue of Huntington Beach,CA is clean and light even should it be a bit busy. I found my virtual visit through Solv for telemedicine was equally excellent! Marsha answered ally questions, her answers also left me assured that I'm in perfect care.

- Verified patient on 11/19

My experience was fine however, I feel like absent the physical touching of the belly or listening to the belly, we are just guessing. It hurts to see a child in pain.

- Verified patient on 4/30

The Nurse Practitioner who saw me here today was amazing. It has been a long time since I’ve been to an Urgent Care where a provider actually performs a proper physical assessment. She told me that I could come back for reassurance if needed which shows to me that she also performed a psychosocial assessment and responded appropriately to my anxiety.

- Verified patient on 7/18

I took my daughter in to get a physical to play sports for high school had to wait about 30 minutes but once in the room the doctor was great great personality wish I knew his name

- Verified patient on 9/21

From the online registration to the physical appointment, all went very smooth. They were about to go to lunch but were still very friendly and not making me feel rushed. Even though they were out in the hot Sacramento sun in Covid-19 gear. Thx, everyone!

- Verified patient on 5/13

North Tustin Physical Exams

A annual physical exam (or annual well visit) is a routine check-up where a doctor or healthcare provider checks you for routine health issues and asks you basic questions about your health. During a physical exam, the doctor will most likely go over your medical history and ask you questions about the current state of your health. They'll also check vital signs like your heart rate, blood pressure, and temperature, as well as take a look at whether your skin appears healthy. You'll also get a head and neck exam, a lung exam (using a stethoscope), an abdominal exam, a neurological exam, and more. Women may get a breast and pelvic exam and men may get prostate, penis, testicular, and hernia exams.

Annual exams are important because they can help you find out about health issues early on so treatment can begin as soon as any problems are discovered. If you're overweight or you're at risk for diabetes, you'll most likely get a blood sugar test too. Everyone over the age of three should have a physical exam every year. At age 50, your doctor might start screening for colorectal cancer. At 40, women should begin getting regular mammogram screenings for breast cancer. Women ages 45 to 54 should get them yearly and women 55 and older should get them (at minimum) every two years.

More Details about Physical Exams

A physical examination is frequently done as part of a doctor's routine checkup. You can better prepare for your next medical appointment by learning more about what happens during a physical exam.

Physical examination

A physical examination is when your healthcare practitioner examines and studies your body to determine whether you have a physical health concern. Inspection, palpation, auscultation, and percussion are the four components of a physical examination, according to the National Library of Medicine (NLM).

Your doctor examines your body for concerns such as skin imperfections during the examination. According to the National Library of Medicine, palpation is the process of feeling your body with your fingers or hands, such as when a doctor feels for a tumor or mass.

Auscultation is a procedure in which your doctor listens to sounds, such as your heartbeat. Percussion entails making noises, such as tapping on various body parts. According to the National Library of Medicine, this is normally done to establish the size and consistency of your organs, as well as the presence or absence of fluids in specific locations.

The purpose of an annual physical exam

An annual physical exam, according to the National Library of Medicine, can help you detect and prevent health concerns you may not be aware of.

A yearly physical exam is used to check for diseases such as cancer and to see whether you are at risk for certain health issues such as diabetes. According to the National Library of Medicine, a yearly physical checkup allows you to stay up to date on vaccines and other preventative health treatments, as well as make good lifestyle choices that improve your overall health. Another advantage of getting an annual physical examination is that you can keep in constant contact with your doctor if you acquire an illness or chronic disease.

How to prepare for a physical examination

According to the National Library of Medicine, arriving prepared for your appointment can help you get the most out of your visit and avoid unnecessary follow-ups with your doctor.

First, go over your family's medical history and be ready to discuss any health conditions that run in your family, such as high blood pressure, cancer, or diabetes. According to the National Library of Medicine, your doctor may use this information to see if you're at risk for these same health issues.

The National Library of Medicine suggests that you check to see whether any general checkups or vaccines are needed. If you're not sure, call your doctor ahead of time so you can dress correctly or make extra arrangements if you need to go through specific tests.

Lastly, the NLM suggests writing down a list of issues and questions to mention during your appointment. For example, if you’ve been experiencing any new or different symptoms, write these down so your doctor can examine you for related health problems.

How a physical examination is performed

According to the National Library of Medicine, the manner in which your physical exam is conducted is mostly determined by your gender and age, due to changes in anatomy and health problems that affect different age groups.

Male examination

According to the National Library of Medicine, males between the ages of 18 and 39 have their height, weight, and body mass index (BMI) examined at every appointment. Males in this age bracket may be questioned about mental health issues such as depression, as well as their eating, exercise, and substance use habits. Blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, and heart disease may all be checked.

According to the National Library of Medicine, men aged 40 to 64 receive the same services as men aged 18 to 39, as well as screenings for colorectal cancer, lung cancer, prostate cancer, and osteoporosis. Men in their sixties and seventies may also be asked about their medications and whether they have recently fallen.

Female examination

At each checkup, females between the ages of 18 and 39 will have their height, weight, and BMI measured. According to the National Library of Medicine, females should have their blood pressure tested every one to two years, and cervical cancer screenings should begin at the age of 21. During their regular physical, females in this age bracket may also have diabetes and cholesterol screenings.

According to the National Library of Medicine, women between the ages of 40 and 64 receive all of the same services as younger women, as well as lung cancer, colorectal cancer, and osteoporosis screenings. Women over the age of 65 may be subjected to routine mammograms and may be asked about any medications they are taking.

Lab tests

Based on the findings of your physical exam, your doctor may prescribe lab tests to confirm or rule out one or more diseases. The NLM says that lab tests may be used as part of examinations for disorders like colorectal cancer and cervical cancer.

Before your appointment, call your doctor to find out if you'll be having lab tests and what they'll entail so you can make the required preparations.

Following up after a physical examination

If one of your screens or lab tests comes back positive or inconclusive, you may be contacted following your physical examination. In such cases, your doctor will contact you to discuss treatment options or to prescribe more testing and screening. Your doctor can tell you more about what to expect after your physical exam in terms of follow-up.

Sources

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