Annual Physical

What is an annual physical?

An annual physical is a medical exam where your provider checks for signs of an illness, disease, or other health problems. Early detection and treatment, when needed, is the best way to maintain exceptional health and reduce your chance of a severe medical problem. You might also need a physical to play sports, work at your job, or attend school.

What are the benefits of executive annual physicals?

The benefits you can expect when choosing an annual physicals at Signature Internal Medicine include:

• Vitals and BMI assessment
• Depression and Pain screening  
• Annual labs 
• Advanced lab testing offered and may include:

-Advanced Cleveland Heart Labs
-Extensive Thyroid panel
-Hormone analysis (i.e Dutch testing) 
-Gut microbiome analysis ( GI MAP test)
-Food Sensitivity Testing 
-Adrenal/Cortisol Analysis 
-Detailed Vitamin Analysis 
-Metabolism/Amino Acid Testing 
-Neurotransmitter Testing
-Toxin Evaluation 
-Oxidative Stress Analysis 

• Cancer screening -includes routine screening and options for advanced Galleri blood test and/or MRI
• Diagnostic testing with EKG and additional diagnostic tests when applicable
• Chronic disease management 
• Assess risk for future health issues
• Develop a baseline for health conditions 
• Routine vaccinations per guidelines 
• Weight management and coaching 
• Cognitive assessment  
• Access to health coach 
• Vitamin and supplement recommendations
• Advanced Directives planning
  
• Detailed plan and recommendations provided to patient upon completion

Signature Internal Medicine offers an environment that’s warm, welcoming, and friendly, allowing you to feel right at home. They use a concierge medicine approach to ensure you receive outstanding service.

What should I expect during my annual physical?

During an annual physical at Signature Internal Medicine, a friendly specialist greets you and checks your pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs. They also weigh you, assess your body mass index (BMI),

Your primary care provider completes a physical exam. They provide pelvic exams and Pap tests for women and prostate exams for men when needed.  

If needed, your Signature Internal Medicine provider offers blood tests, urine testing, heart and lung function tests, genetic testing, and other diagnostic procedures.

Signature Internal Medicine provides vaccinations to reduce your risk of illnesses and diseases and birth control for women. They also provide medically supervised weight loss, disease management, smoking cessation programs, prescription medications, and much more. 

Your Signature Internal Medicine provider might refer you to a specialist if you have a complex or severe medical problem.

When should I schedule a physical exam?

Schedule an annual physical each year. You can be seen throughout the year for additional medical problems as they arise. You can also book an appointment at Signature Internal Medicine if you become ill, experience unusual symptoms, or have concerns about your physical or mental health.

Call the office or use the online booking feature today to book an annual physical exam at Signature Internal Medicine.