Physical Exams

Physical exams help you stay in contact with a medical professional to keep informed about your health. At Asma M. Kazi, MD Inc. in Palm Desert, California, preventive medicine specialist Asma Kazi, MD, provides physical examinations for adults as an essential part of preventive care. Schedule your next physical exam over the phone or online at Asma M. Kazi, MD Inc. today.   

What are physical exams? 

Physical exams are wellness visits with your medical provider that examine various parameters of your health. Even if you’re mostly healthy and have no current symptoms or questions about your wellness, a physical exam is a great opportunity to check in on your health and identify preventable health concerns in the future.

Asma M. Kazi, MD Inc. encourages everyone to schedule a physical exam every so often as part of their preventive care. During these visits, you may also ask your provider any questions you have about the treatments, your lifestyle and habits in relation to your health, or unusual symptoms you’ve experienced.

By attending an appointment for a physical exam at Asma M. Kazi, MD Inc., you can learn more about health and how to stay healthy as you age.

When might I need a physical exam?

Many physicians recommend that their patients come in for a physical exam once a year. This is called an annual exam. Over time, you can use the information from these visits to develop a health profile that helps your physician identify trends in your health and wellness. They can identify unusual changes earlier when they have baselines to compare them to. 

There are other reasons for getting a physical exam, too. Depending on your age and health requirements, you might need a:

• School physical 
• Sports physical
• Pre-employment physical
• Preoperative physical

Your provider can give you a detailed health report to give to your employer, school, or any other organization requiring information on your health or physical abilities. 

What should I expect during a physical exam?

A general physical exam includes a series of simple tests and measurements from your physician. They listen to various organs using a stethoscope and may also palpate certain parts of your abdomen to feel your organs. They also test your eyesight, hearing, and gait. 

During your next physical exam, you can most likely expect:

• Height and weight measurements
• Vital signs (breathing, blood pressure, and heart rate)
• Health history updates
• Visual examination
• Motor function and reflex tests

It’s also possible your provider will recommend certain lab tests to gather more information on your well-being. They can include blood tests, urinalysis, biopsies, and other testing strategies. They can also provide any vaccination updates or recommend treatments for ongoing health conditions.

Schedule your next physical exam over the phone or online at Asma M. Kazi, MD Inc. today.