It Is Not Just a Checkup—It Is a Reset
An annual physical exam is more than a box to check. It is your chance to pause, evaluate your health, and plan for the year ahead. No pressure. No rush. Just a full-picture look at where your body stands—and what it might need.
At Absolute Urgent Care, we believe yearly exams are a powerful tool. Not because something is wrong, but to help you keep things right.
Bring Your Questions, Not Just Your Body
The most productive routine medical visits happen when patients show up curious, not just cautious. Take a few minutes the night before your visit and jot down any questions you have. Something feels off? Mention it. A new ache, different sleep patterns, or stress that will not quit? Bring it up.
Your provider can only address what they know. And those little things you almost forget to say? They are often where the real answers start.
What We Actually Check—and Why
Once you arrive, we walk you through each step without the awkward mystery. Expect to start with vitals: blood pressure, temperature, heart rate, and weight. These give us a snapshot of your current state.
We will also talk—plain and simple. You tell us how you have been eating, sleeping, moving. We ask a few things too, like whether you have started or stopped any medications. If you smoke, drink, or notice a change in your family’s health lately, that is good to bring up. It all helps us understand what your body might need right now.
From there, the annual physical exam covers:
- Heart and lung sounds
- Abdomen and reflex checks
- Vision or hearing (if needed)
- Skin and joint observations
If you are due for bloodwork, we draw samples to check cholesterol, blood sugar, or other key markers.
Let Us Talk About Prevention
One major reason to keep up with yearly exams is the preventive health check value. We screen for early signs of health problems—often before symptoms appear. That includes:
- Cancer screenings (based on age/gender)
- Blood pressure and cholesterol levels
- Diabetes risk
- Immunizations and booster updates
- Mental health check-ins
When problems are found early, they are usually simpler to treat—and often cost less too. That is not about fear. It is about staying one step ahead before anything turns serious.
What to Do Before You Come In
No need to overthink it—but a little checkup preparation can make your visit smoother. Here is what we recommend:
- Bring a list of medications, vitamins, and supplements
- Write down any new symptoms or concerns
- Know your family history—it helps guide what we check
- Wear something easy for movement and access during the exam
- If you are getting bloodwork, ask if fasting is required
You do not need to have everything figured out before you arrive. We will talk you through it, step by step, once you are here.
What Happens After the Visit?
When the exam is over, we take care of the next part. Lab results come in, we review them, and then we give you a call to explain what everything means—plain and simple.
You will hear from us once everything is reviewed. If everything looks good, great. If something needs attention, we explain the next steps clearly.
You may leave with a follow-up appointment, a referral, or simply peace of mind. Either way, you walk out more informed than you walked in—and that is the real goal.
Your health is not just about today. It is about patterns, habits, and decisions made over time. Come in for your next walk-in urgent care visit or your annual physical exam at Absolute Urgent Care—and take the first step toward a healthier year.
