Wellness & Prevention Physical Exam

To reduce the risk of becoming ill, getting injured, or developing a disease, wellness and prevention physical exams are important. At Broadway Family Clinic in Pearland, Texas, family medicine and primary care physicians Sumera Muzaffar, MD, FAAFP, Kashif Siddiqui, MD, and their outstanding team provide these services to keep you as healthy as possible and symptom-free. Schedule a wellness and prevention physical exam by phone or request one online today.

What are wellness and prevention physical exams?

Wellness and prevention physical exams are health evaluations in which your primary care specialist screens for signs of medical issues. Early detection of health problems can eliminate the need for invasive, costly procedures. Wellness exams also include preventive medicine — services that reduce your chance of becoming ill or developing a disease. 

Which wellness and prevention physical exam services are available?

Broadway Family Clinic provides the following wellness and prevention services:

• Annual wellness exams
• Breast exams for women
• Prostate exams for men
• Physicals
• Health screenings
• Vaccinations 
• Birth control for women
• Pap smears for women
• Chronic disease management
• Medical weight loss
• Family planning
• In-house labs
• Imaging procedures 

The Broadway Family Clinic experts are highly skilled. They use the latest advances in research-based technologies and treatments to ensure optimal wellness.

What happens during wellness and prevention physical exams?

During wellness and prevention physical exams at Broadway Family Clinic, your provider greets you and may complete:

Weigh-ins

Your specialist weighs you and determines your body mass index (BMI) to assess your risk of developing health problems. They also evaluate height, growth, and development in children, as well as head circumference in babies.

Vital signs check

The Broadway Family Clinic providers evaluate your pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to screen for potential medical issues.

Medical history review

A specialist reviews your symptoms, past diagnoses, lifestyle habits, medications, and more during a medical history review.

Medical exam

During a physical exam, a provider evaluates your overall health. They examine your eyes, ears, breathing, throat, reflexes, heartbeat, and more. Broadway Family Clinic offers pelvic exams to women with Pap tests that screen for cervical cancer and prostate exams to men.

Health screenings

If you need health screenings for high cholesterol, diabetes, heart problems, or other medical concerns, Broadway Family Clinic can help. The specialists offer in-house labs, asthma and allergy testing, imaging, and other tests. They provide evaluations that screen for depression, anxiety, or other mental health concerns. 

Wellness and preventive treatments

If you require treatment, your provider may recommend vaccinations, medications, medical weight loss, or other preventive services. 

How often should I schedule wellness and prevention physical exams?

Schedule wellness and prevention physical exams at Broadway Family Clinic yearly or if you develop unusual or new symptoms. Children under age 3 need more frequent visits. Contact your provider any time you have concerns or questions. 

Schedule wellness and prevention physical exams at Broadway Family Clinic by phone or request one online today.