School/College Physicals And Forms

What are school physicals?

School physicals are medical exams that evaluate the health and well-being of children, teenagers, and even adults who attend school or play sports. The exams screen for medical problems and offer your child or teen the ability to receive vaccinations. Many schools, organized sports programs, and colleges require such physicals and forms.

What are the benefits of scheduling school physicals?

School physicals offer peace of mind, knowing your child or teen is healthy enough to participate in their activities of choice. The Irving Coppell Primary Care and Pediatrics team has many years of experience completing all types of physicals, including school and sports physicals.

What happens during school physicals?

During school physicals at Irving Coppell Primary Care and Pediatrics, you, your child, or your teenager meets with a provider. They complete the following: Initial evaluation

Your specialist weighs patients, determines their body mass index (BMI), and evaluates their growth and development.

A Irving Coppell Primary Care and Pediatrics specialist also checks their pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and other vital signs.

Medical history review

They review a patient’s medical history, medications, lifestyle habits, and medication regimen during the medical history review portion of a school physical.

Medical exam

During a physical exam, they listen to a patient’s breathing and heartbeat. They also check for signs of potential medical problems and complete vision and hearing screenings.

Health screenings

If a patient is at risk of a health issue or has signs of one, the Irving Coppell Primary Care and Pediatrics team might recommend in-house lab services like blood or urine tests, tissue swabs, biopsies, X-rays, or other imaging procedures. They offer medication prescriptions and other treatments as needed.

Vaccinations

The Irving Coppell Primary Care and Pediatrics team also provides preventive vaccinations and specialist referrals.

Filling out forms

They fill out school and college physical forms if required by a school or sports organization.

How often should I schedule school physicals?

Schedule school physicals at Irving Coppell Primary Care and Pediatrics annually or as required by their school or team. Don’t hesitate to schedule a checkup for yourself, your child, or a teenager whenever they develop signs of an injury or other unusual symptoms.

Call the Irving Coppell Primary Care and Pediatrics office to schedule school physicals, or use the online booking tool today.