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Regular physical exams are the bedrock of lifelong health and wellness for every member of the family. Fernando Porter, MD, of Capital City Primary and Immediate Care in Silver Spring, Maryland, offers age-appropriate physical exams for infants, children, adolescents, and adults. To schedule your physical exam, call the office or book an appointment online today.
A physical exam is one of the key ways your physician manages your family’s health and customizes your care plan.
As your primary care provider, Dr. Porter uses regular physical examinations to:
Regular physical exams create an opportunity for you to share any concerns or ask any questions you have about your health. Physical examinations can occur annually as a part of regular health maintenance or when you are ill or have concerning symptoms.
When you arrive in the office for your annual physical exam, the Capital City Primary and Immediate Care team collects important information about your current health, including:
During a yearly exam, Dr. Porter completes an age-appropriate head-to-toe assessment to evaluate each of your body systems. If you are ill or need chronic care management, he may provide a more focused physical assessment to evaluate your complaints or concerns.
Dr. Porter recommends that both children and adults get a physical exam annually. From birth to age three, he completes physical exams every few weeks or months during well-baby visits. After age four, well-child visits include physical assessments that are part of ongoing, comprehensive pediatric care.
You should schedule a physical examination for adults and children whenever you have concerns about your health, have signs of acute illness, or need management of your chronic disease.
When Dr. Porter completes your physical exam, he may discuss his findings and share recommendations for any changes to your current treatment or health maintenance plan. He may order follow-up interventions, such as:
Your physical exam is an essential part of protecting your health and keeping you and your family well for a lifetime.
To schedule your physical examination, call the office staff or book an appointment online with Capital City Primary and Immediate Care today.