Physical Exams Specialist

Physical exams often include several components:

Medical History: The healthcare provider typically begins by reviewing the patient's medical history, including past illnesses, surgeries, medications, allergies, and family medical history. This information helps identify any predispositions to certain conditions and guides further assessment and recommendations.

Vital Signs: Vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature are measured to assess basic physiological functions and detect abnormalities.

Physical Examination: A thorough physical examination is conducted to assess various organ systems and detect any signs of illness or abnormalities. This may include examining the head, neck, chest, abdomen, extremities, and skin for any abnormalities, lumps, or unusual findings.

Laboratory Tests: Depending on the individual's age, medical history, and risk factors, laboratory tests such as blood tests, urine tests, and screening tests for conditions like diabetes or high cholesterol may be ordered.

Screening Tests: Depending on age and gender, screening tests such as mammograms, Pap smears, colonoscopies, and other preventive screenings may be recommended to detect early signs of certain diseases like cancer or cardiovascular conditions.

Counseling and Education: Physical exams often include counseling on healthy lifestyle practices, such as diet, exercise, smoking cessation, and preventive measures such as vaccinations and screenings.

Physical exams play a crucial role in preventive medicine by facilitating early detection of health problems, providing opportunities for interventions to prevent disease progression, and promoting overall health and well-being. The frequency and components of physical exams may vary depending on individual health needs and guidelines from healthcare organizations.

RescueMD is pleased to offer physical exams to our patients in Allen, Mckinney, Dallas, Frisco, Plano and surrounding areas.