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18981 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Seminole, FL 3354818981 N Dale Mabry Hwy
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
4.86(655 reviews)
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Urgent Care & Wellness Center, Lutz - 18981 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Seminole
Jeff and Jessica have great bedside manner. I continue to appreciate the care from this location.

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2330 E Fletcher Ave, Tampa, FL 336122330 E Fletcher 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 - 4:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Mar 31 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
4.88(1.8k reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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GuideWell Emergency Doctors, University Area - 2330 E Fletcher Ave
I went in due knee injury from a bike wreck. Easy making an appointment and got right in and was only to here little over an hour and that included X-ray..the Dr give me a slip for work. But work said no due to 90% of day was to be sitting and all I needed was sit as needed...so waiting on Dr to rewrite the paper so I can go back to work as I can't afford to miss any work I will return here for any other issue

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16318 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 3361816318 N Dale Mabry Hwy
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 - 4:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Mar 31 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
4.92(3.7k reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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GuideWell Emergency Doctors, North Tampa - 16318 N Dale Mabry Hwy
Wonderful, Efficient Staff and Well Maintained Location!

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4748 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 336144748 N Dale Mabry Hwy
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 - 4:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Mar 31 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
4.87(2.7k reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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GuideWell Emergency Doctors, West Tampa - 4748 N Dale Mabry Hwy
I waited too long to see a doctor after I got inside the room

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8428 Little Rd, St. Petersburg, FL 346548428 Little Rd
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
4.92(754 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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Urgent Care of New Port Richey - 8428 Little Rd, St. Petersburg
First time here. Wait time was about 45 mins but the medical assistant and PA were both fantastic. They were both professional, efficient and knowledgeable.

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2375 Curlew Rd, Palm Harbor, FL 346842375 Curlew 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 - 4:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Mar 31 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
4.88(4.2k reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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GuideWell Emergency Doctors, Palm Harbor - 2375 Curlew Rd
My first time at Guidewell today made a lasting impression on me. From my phone conversation with receptionist, the ease at scheduling appt, the quick response time for that appt, I was already impressed. Wait time at the office was minimal; Katherine (ARNP) was so caring, gentle and kind. She listened to everything I told her, and made the decision for me to have X-RAYS taken. After having this procedure done, Katherine came back into the room and made some great recommendations for me to follow through with. I only wish I could make Guidewell my Primary Healthcare Provider! Marsha

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1603 Missouri Ave N, Largo, FL 337701603 Missouri Ave N
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 - 4:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
4.88(3.4k reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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GuideWell Emergency Doctors, Largo - 1603 Missouri Ave N
Great people. Excellent service. Worthy of Laudation.

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1425 4th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 337041425 4th St N
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 - 4:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Mar 31 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
4.91(2k reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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GuideWell Emergency Doctors, St. Petersburg - 1425 4th St N
Awesome experience from front desk to nurse & doctor care!!

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1929 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Wesley Chapel, FL 335441929 Bruce B Downs Blvd
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Bruce B. Downs Blvd, Wesley Chapel - 1929 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Wesley Chapel

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20677 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL 3364720677 Bruce B Downs Blvd
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
2.18(11 reviews)
MedExpress Urgent Care, New Tampa - 20677 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa
So so good! So friendly! The staff put me at ease!
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2352 Bruce B Downs Blvd, New Port Richey, FL 335442352 Bruce B Downs Blvd
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • WedClosed
  • ThuClosed
  • Fri 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
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17511 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL 3364717511 Bruce B Downs Blvd
Open until 5:30 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sat 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Walgreens - 17511 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa
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17512 Dona Michelle Dr, Clearwater, FL 3364717512 Dona Michelle Dr
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 - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
3.0(13 reviews)
BayCare Urgent Care, New Tampa - 17512 Dona Michelle Dr, Clearwater
I had to visit this facility yesterday and was seen by Pete Baker, PA-C. He was so nice and made me feel very comfortable. He took his time and listened to my concerns. I would highly recommend him. I found the facility very clean also. M.Rich
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5504 Gateway Blvd, Wesley Chapel, FL 335445504 Gateway Blvd
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
4.0(4 reviews)
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TGH Urgent Care by Fast Track, Wesley Chapel - 5504 Gateway Blvd
Yesterday, I went to TGH Urgent Care Fast Track at Wesley Chapel, and was extremely impressed by the entire staff’s excellent customer service, professionalism, thoroughness with which they reviewed my medications, and medical history, and timeliness with which they saw me. I had never been there, and so this was a new experience for me. The NP who I saw, Ms. Braunlin McDonald, was outstanding. Her communication and listening skills, competence, kindness, medical reports, and more, were first-rate. The facility was well-run, and immaculate. I have been in the medical field for 37 years, and tend to cynically scrutinize the facility and personnel with whom I am trusting my medical care. Let me tell you—-TGH Urgent Care Fast Track at Wesley Chapel did not disappoint! If I needed urgent care, I would go back there in an instant, and would encourage those who need urgent medical assistance to do the same.
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5801 Argerian Dr, Brandon, FL 335455801 Argerian Dr
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
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
2.67(6 reviews)
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6206 Commerce Palms Dr, Tampa, FL 336476206 Commerce Palms Dr
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Commerce Palms Dr, Tampa - 6206 Commerce Palms Dr, Tampa

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10970 Cross Creek Blvd, Wesley Chapel, FL 3364710970 Cross Creek Blvd
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
5.0(15 reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in patient reviews and ratings

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The Clinicians Primary and Urgent Care, Seminole - 10970 Cross Creek Blvd, Wesley Chapel
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22945 FL-54, Hudson, FL 3354922945 FL-54
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
3.3(10 reviews)
MedExpress Urgent Care, Lutz - 22945 FL-54, Hudson
The staff was amazing and the Arnp was very concerning. Came here before never had a issue would recommend to others.
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22829 FL-54, Land O' Lakes, FL 3463922829 FL-54
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
  • Sun 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Walgreens - 22829 FL-54
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21750 FL-54, Lakeland, FL 3354921750 FL-54
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
2.25(8 reviews)
I must vehemently rebut any distasteful and untrue comments made regarding this physician and this facility! I simply cannot fathom any negative and untrue remarks about Dr. B. My experience with him has been truly extraordinary! This urgent care deserves more than 5 stars; it provides 100% excellent service. Dr. B is an exceptional doctor, outstanding in several aspects. He is revered for his unique combination of kindness, intelligence, and exceptional bedside manner, standing out above all. His medical knowledge instills confidence in me as a patient, he is a compassionate understanding human being. It is most definitely rare to find physicians of his caliber. Dr. B 's kindness permeates every aspect of this urgent care practice. My experience with this doctor was genuine, very informative, and I feel confident he was able to help me. I arrived worried and left with peace of mind. Once again, I must reiterate that Dr. B has excellent bedside manners, he knows what he is talking about, a very knowledgeable medical professional, contributing to a positive patient experience. All physicians should aspire to be like him. He listened to my concerns and took the time to explain. The office provided an immaculate environment complemented by welcoming staff, ensuring a pleasant and comfortable experience. Dr. B is a true asset to the medical profession, embodying the qualities that define an outstanding and compassionate healthcare provider. If you need an Urgent Care, please use this one. You will not be disappointed because I sure was not.
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Physical Exam FAQs

  • How much does a physical exam cost in Wesley Chapel?

    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 Wesley Chapel today.

  • How can I book a physical exam in Wesley Chapel?

    If you are looking for a physical exam in Wesley Chapel, Solv can help you book an appointment. Simply search for Wesley Chapel-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 Wesley Chapel?

    In general, physical exams will be available at Wesley Chapel-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 Wesley Chapel?

    Same-day and next-day appointments for physical exams can easily be booked directly through Solv. Simply search for Wesley Chapel-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 Wesley Chapel?

    Solv gathers reviews, ratings, and other data on Wesley Chapel-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 Wesley Chapel?

    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 Wesley Chapel area.

Recent Physical Exam Reviews (20)

Staff was amazing! Got us back super quick for my kids school physical which was great due to COVID. Staff was very nice and patient with my Child with Autism. A++++ Rating.

- Verified patient on 9/29

Just had my first appointment at the Boca VA Outpatient Clinic. I had second thoughts about changing from the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center, but I will now make Boca Clinic my first choice for medical care. The clinic is professional run with a very cheerful administrative staff. It was so nice to be greeted by numerous staff members on arrival. The clinic was spotlessly clean, and every precaution was being taken for Covid prevention. I was first seen by a nurse (Alfredia) who welcome me as a new patient. She was so kind and professional, and I immediately felt relaxed as she took all my vitals. Her cheerful attitude was such nice bonus. After waiting a few minutes I was introduced to Dr. Collier who spent over 30 minutes going over my medical information and doing a physical exam. Dr. Collier was awesome. She had a wonderful bedside and professional manner. It was very easy to communicate with her. She answered all my questions and took an interest in my medical care. She assured me that if I have any question prior to my next appointment that I should call the clinic.

- Verified patient on 2/23

Very compassionate kind considerate staff and doctor. My second time visiting this facility. I would go there for all my regular physicals too Thank you so much for diagnosing, my situation so professionally and accurately

- Verified patient on 12/29

I went in for a bad cough and cold. The doctor was very thorough and ordered chest x ray and determined it was pneumonia. Nurses were great. The physicality was very clean and very well run.

- Verified patient on 7/27

Waited 2 hours and 15 minutes for a scheduled physical. I am a very understanding but that is a bit much. Staff could have stopped by and gave sort of explanation/apology.

- Verified patient on 11/2

Dr. Webb is amazing!! She has a great bedside manner. She took the time to listen to my concerns. I really felt that she cared so much about my physical healing as well as the emotional healing required for my healing!!

- Verified patient on 6/15

My son went in for a physical. Everybody was excellent. No complaints. In ans out fast.

- Verified patient on 9/26

I must say Christina is an awesome staff member. She explained and took really good care of me for my physical. The level of customer service and respect she gives is outstanding. She deserves a raise. It's always good to see a person love what they do and treat others with respect. Ms. Gloria and Dominique was very nice and helpful. Continue to be great. It was noticed. - Cedriqueka Waite Doctor

- Verified patient on 10/21

I went there in *** and the place was clean. The staff friendly and helpful. That's why I came back in *** for my physical. Everyone at the place takes pride in what they do for you and how they keep everything organized. Great job staff

- Verified patient on 10/2

The staff and Doctor were all so caring and efficient when I really needed it most, feeling at my physical lowest. Chest X-ray on the spot and scripts called in ... thank you everyone for the listening so closely and for the especially kind care. Great experience ... I would highly recommend!

- Verified patient on 12/14

Identified my pain as muscular and wrote a RX for Physical Therapy which is very beneficial. All staff very professional and efficient.

- Verified patient on 1/9

Super friendly & quick! Best school sports physical experience yet.

- Verified patient on 6/11

Great service! Accommodated a late walk in for school sports physical. Wonderful customer service.

- Verified patient on 8/13

The visit couldn’t be better. All medical and personal assistants were cordial and attentive to my own medical problems. The physical environment was as expected. (Rooms are immaculate clean and spacious. Overall, excellent! Highly recommended.

- Verified patient on 8/11

Came for a school physical and was very a very pleasant experience

- Verified patient on 8/10

Just in for a sports physical and it was short notice but they took us in and out in a short amount of time..😊

- Verified patient on 9/13

Needed a school sports physical after too much procrastination. Restore Health was excellent and I was lucky beyond my wildest imagination.

- Verified patient on 10/19

I came in for a physical. I asked for the price and they gave me an answer. When I came back to get the physical they gave me the price they quoted me unlike the other places I tried.

- Verified patient on 7/4

I was very impressed by both the physical space of Boca Regional and the service of the employees. A P.A named Chelsea saw me as a patient. She was very professional and knowledgeable, took time to answer all my questions and was very warm and easy to talk to. I would recommend this Urgent Care highly.

- Verified patient on 11/2

I needed to get physicals and ECG’s for both of my daughters for cheerleading tryouts. I was able to make an appointment for both of them to get into the office in a 24 hour window. There was no wait time, we walked in as soon as we “checked in”. The staff was friendly and professional. My youngest daughter was nervous having to have no clothes on for the ECG and the nurse went out of her way to make her as comfortable as she could. I would highly recommend this office to anyone who needs either a walk in clinic or a general practitioner. As always the entire experience was as pleasurable as it could be (considering it is a doctors office). Thank you 😊

- Verified patient on 3/10

Wesley Chapel 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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