Yearly Well Checks
No matter how healthy you are. seeing your primary care physician for a wellness visit is important . Your doctor can get to know you over time and help you avoid potential health issues. Yearly visits also give your doctor the opportunity to see and interact with you in person to assess your physical and cognitive well-being.
Well checks are a good idea for everyone. But they’re particularly important if you have a chronic disease or a family history of one. Based on your health history, gender, age, risk factors and lifestyle, your doctor will customize your visit. Most exams will likely include:
- Assessment of any changes since your last exam.
- Conversation about how you’re feeling — mind, body and spirit.
- Discussion about lifestyle behaviors.
- In-office screenings, as appropriate.
- Personalized health advice.
- Physical examination.
- Physical examination.
- Review of your health history and medications.
During your exam, your doctor will probably check your:
- Blood sugar level.
- Cholesterol.
- Heart health.
- Mental health.
- Respiratory health.
- Skin health.
- Vitals (weight, height, blood pressure).