What To Expect During a School Physical

Southwestern Pediatrics and Family Care in  Maricopa, AZ, with Dr. Anthony DiGeorge can help you prepare for school physicals for your child. This process can seem scary to parents and children, but it isn't too dramatic. That said, it's worth knowing exactly what to expect here to ensure you aren't surprised.

Medical History Review

At Southwestern Pediatrics and Family Care, we first talk with you about your child's medical history. This step ensures that we know what to expect with your young one and minimizes potential issues with their health. We'll start by discussing the following:

• Any past illnesses they've experienced, such as fevers, colds, and pneumonia 
• Injuries over the last summer that might affect their school preparedness 
• Medications and vaccinations that they take or have received, respectively 
• Surgeries or treatments they've gone through since we've last talked to them 

Your child is ready for their school physicals in Maricopa, AZ, and Dr. DiGeorge will provide the physical itself. But what happens once you've answered all our questions? Let's take a deeper dive into what we'll do for you.

The Exam Itself

Now, a physical doesn't have to be a scary situation for you or your child! In fact, it's actually a fairly straightforward process that shouldn't be painful or even uncomfortable. Talk with your child about this process to let them know that we'll:

• Take your child's height and weight to gauge their growth 
• Measure their blood pressure to see if it's healthy 
• Examine the heart, lungs, eyes, ears, nose, skin, throat, and abdomen
• Look for any abnormalities in the spinal cord 
• Talk with your child about how they've been feeling

We believe in keeping your child in the loop during their exam. We will let them know how well they're doing, discuss any issues they might feel, and take any other steps needed to help them thrive. In this way, we can ensure that they get the help that they deserve.

Post-Exam Support

After the exam, we’ll talk more about your child’s immunizations, suggest vaccines that they might need, and answer any more questions you might have about their health. We’ll provide valuable insights and make sure that you’re ready for the upcoming days of the school year.

We're Here to Help

If school is coming up and you need a physical for your child, please call us at Southwestern Pediatrics and Family Care today to get the help you need. Dr. DiGeorge can provide school physicals in Maricopa, AZ, that can catch many common problems and give your child the support that they need. Call us at (520) 568-9500 to get started.