Overview
College physical exams are required by most colleges and
universities, but it is a good idea to have one regardless. Residents near
Germantown, MD and Montgomery County can go to their local primary care clinic
for this and many other exams.
Health History
Before the exam, your physician will ask you about your health
history. Questions may be about your eating habits, use of drugs, alcohol, and
tobacco, sexual activity, or any violence or abuse you have experienced.
Immunizations
Bring a copy of your past immunizations to the clinic. If you
have had all of your childhood vaccinations, you may not need any more during
this physical. The basic immunizations are for: tetanus, diphtheria, measles
mumps, chickenpox, polio, hepatitis A and B, the annual flu shot, and possibly meningitis.
Lab Tests
You may be advised to take some blood tests, including those for
cholesterol, anemia, and thyroid problems. A Pap smear and tests for sexually
transmitted diseases may be suggested if you are sexually active.
Physical Exam
The physician will conduct a complete physical exam. This
involves measuring your height and weight, blood pressure, eyes, ears, throat,
neck and thyroid glands, skin, lungs, heart, abdomen, reflexes, and breasts.
Your Clinic
Serving patients in Montgomery County, Germantown, Hyattstown,
and Gaithersburg, Germantown Primary Care offers the college physical exam and a
wide range of other health services. The medical team includes Dr. Manbir
Takhar, who has been the Chief Medical Officer since 2012. Germantown Primary
Care has over 20 years of experience serving thousands of patients in the
greater Washington area.
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