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The Difference Between Well Checks and Sick Appointments
All well checks (physicals) include a complete physical exam. This exam includes a developmental evaluation, health, weight, hearing and vision screens, blood pressure and scoliosis checks, a neurological exam and an update of immunizations. The well check also involves discussions regarding your diet, sleep patterns, and safety and behavioral issues.
Depending on your age, we may check for anemia and perform a urine screen. For adolescents we will discuss high-risk behavior, sexuality, peer pressure, school related issues and depression. If you would like us to sign any sports, daycare or camp forms, a well check has to be done every 12 months.
Sick appointments are 15 minutes in duration so the doctor can diagnose your illness. If you make a sick appointment and would like to talk to the doctor about other concerns, please let the receptionist know when you schedule your appointment so the visit can be extended. We want to make sure the doctor has enough time to address all of your concerns without feeling rushed.