With insurance premiums, co-pays and time spent waiting in the doctor’s office just to be seen, it’s no surprise that many Americans don’t visit their physicians as often as they should. “When it ...

We all know we should go to the doctor more regularly to make sure everything is in order, but finding the time isn’t always easy. However, it could save your life. Prevention, or catching something ...

A routine physical examination ensures that you stay in good health. A physical can also be a preventive step. It allows you to catch up on vaccinations or detect a serious condition, like cancer or ...

What Is an Annual Physical Exam? The physical exam is an essential part of any doctor's visit. Surprisingly, though, there are no absolutes in a routine physical. A good doctor may be thorough or ...

A new patient comes to my office, a healthy middle-aged woman. The medical assistant has already documented her normal blood pressure. Of our allotted 15 minutes, I spend more than two-thirds talking ...

We know, we know: We should go to the doctor more regularly to make sure everything is in order, but finding the time isn’t always easy. However, it could save your life. Prevention, or catching ...

During a routine physical exam, your doctor may check your vitals, weight, heart rate, and blood pressure. You may receive a vaccination if you need it. They’ll also examine you and ask about any ...