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Is it Time for Your Annual Physical? Burbank CA

The annual physical exam lets you and your doctor assess how well you are doing health-wise, regardless of whether or not you have any symptoms. It can also help them determine which areas of your health need attention so that they don’t cause bigger problems in the future.

The benefits of an annual physical

When you’re feeling well, visiting a doctor is not usually something you think about, but it can be very beneficial. Annual physical exams were once the norm for most adults, but over time they have become less common and sometimes to the detriment of our health.

Annual exams typically check the following things, regardless of your gender:

  • Medical history. Your doctor will ask you questions about your lifestyle and habits, including smoking and drinking. …
  • Vital signs. …
  • Heart and lung exams. …
  • Head, neck, and abdominal exams. …
  • Neurological exam. …
  • Skin exam. …
  • Laboratory work.

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We are committed to ensuring your overall health is in excellent condition. We make this possible by attending to all general medicine issues, existing and potential, during your visit.