Physicals

If you need a physical, rely on ThriveWell Health and Wellness, PLLC, in Washington, North Carolina. Family nurse practitioner Stephanie Mills Wynn, FNP-C, provides school, sports, work, and annual physicals to children, teens, and adults based on your or your family’s needs. Schedule a physical with Stephanie by calling the office or requesting an appointment online today.

What are physicals?

Physicals are medical examinations that assess your overall health and well-being. Annual physicals can detect minor medical concerns before they become severe. Stephanie also offers school, sports, and employment physicals, including Department of Transportation (DOT) physicals.

What are the benefits of physicals?

The benefits of a physical include early detection of injuries and diseases, and peace of mind knowing that you or your child is healthy enough to participate in sports or work at a job. Stephanie tailors physicals to the specific type of evaluation you require and your health history. 

What happens during physicals?

Before your physical begins, Stephanie discusses your medical history, medications, vaccination history, symptoms, and the reason for the physical. She also checks your pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs, as well as your vision and hearing if necessary.

During a medical exam, Stephanie evaluates your reflexes, heartbeat, breathing, neck, abdomen, and limbs. You might complete strength or balance testing, blood tests, or drug tests if your job requires it. If you need vaccines, Stephanie helps ensure you’re up to date.

She can refer you to another specialist if you have a complex medical problem, such as a heart concern or an injury requiring medical attention to make you eligible for sports or a job.

After you pass a physical, Stephanie fills out any required physical exam forms and gives you a copy for your records. She also answers questions you might have.

How often should I schedule physicals?

Annual (once yearly) physicals are a good idea to keep you or your child healthy and detect minor medical concerns before complications develop. 

Your sports team or employer may require a yearly physical exam, but this depends on the team you’re on or the specific job you possess. DOT physicals are often required every two years. Many employers do not require physicals.

You can schedule appointments at ThriveWell Health and Wellness, PLLC, anytime you or your child develops a minor injury, becomes ill, develops new symptoms, or needs help managing a chronic disease.

Schedule physicals with Stephanie at ThriveWell Health and Wellness, PLLC, by calling the office or booking an appointment online today.