Physicals

Annual physicals are essential for good health. At Reagan Medical Center, which has offices in Lawrenceville, Dacula, Johns Creek, and Suwanee, Georgia, annual physicals are available for adults and children aged four and older. The skilled medical team also provides specialized physicals that meet the requirements of schools, organized sports, Medicare, and the Department of Transportation (DOT). Schedule physicals for yourself or your family online today or call the Reagan Medical Center office nearest you.

What are physicals?

Annual physicals are part of a preventive care plan to assess your overall physical wellness and identify the resources you need to stay healthy. These exams also give the medical providers an opportunity to detect early warning signs of chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes before you experience symptoms.

Reagan Medical Center offers annual physicals for adults and children. The experienced team also provides specialized physicals like:

• School physicals
• Sports physicals
• DOT physicals 
• Medicare wellness physicals

Women can schedule a well-woman exam — a preventive screening focusing on reproductive and sexual health.

How often should I schedule physicals?

Reagan Medical Center recommends that adults and school-aged children have a routine physical once a year, even if they feel well and have no unusual symptoms. Individuals with Medicare are eligible for a wellness visit every 12 months.

You should also schedule a specialized physical before starting a new job or playing a sport. The United States Department of Transportation requires DOT physicals every two years for those who operate a commercial vehicle and apply for a commercial driver’s license (CDL).

What happens during annual physicals?

Annual physicals start with a review of your personal and family medical histories, which helps the Reagan Medical Center providers identify potential risk factors for health complications. The team also discusses your existing health and any questions or concerns you have.

During a physical exam, your physician evaluates aspects of your health, including:

• Heart rate
• Blood pressure
• Lung function
• Body temperature

They may also request blood work or other diagnostic tests to check for type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and other conditions that require treatment. 

During a well-woman exam, the physicians evaluate the reproductive organs and collect cell samples from the cervix (Pap smear) to check for cancer.

Your annual physical is a great time to access resources to maintain good health, including immunizations to protect against the flu and other contagious diseases. The team can also recommend strategies that support weight loss or provide smoking cessation resources to help you quit smoking.

Call the Reagan Medical Center office near you today to schedule physicals for yourself or your family, or book an appointment online.