Schedule Your Health Check-up

Scheduling an annual physical is a great first step for prioritizing your health!

“Receiving a routine physical allows you to establish care with a provider and maintain positive long-term health," says Ogechi Anyaoku, MD – an internal medicine doctor with Adventist Medical Group Primary Care in Fort Washington. Other preventive health checks to ask your doctor about during your physical include:

Vaccinations

Ask your physician about vaccinations you or your family may need to keep healthy. This may include a flu shot, COVID-19 vaccine and others! "Vaccines are a safe and effective way to keep yourself safe and healthy," adds Dr. Anyaoku. 

Heart Health

Your blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and body mass index are important measures of heart health. These factors also help determine your potential risk for developing diabetes, obesity, kidney disease and other health conditions.

Colorectal Screening

The recommended age to start screening for colorectal cancer is 45. Examples of common screenings include colonoscopies and stool DNA tests. Talk with your doctor to see which screening option is right for you.

Mental Health

Caring for your mental health is as essential as treating your physical health. Talk with your doctor about any mental health concerns. 

Just for Women

Well-woman exams are recommended at regular intervals and can assess your reproductive health. Your physician may also inquire about your menstrual cycle, discuss the importance and recommended frequency of Pap tests, and address other issues specific to women’s health. 

Annual mammograms are recommended for all women over the age of 40. If you are at increased risk for breast cancer based on family history or genetics, talk with your physician about other screening tools.

Just for Men

Talk with your doctor to see if prostate cancer screening is right for you. If you have other risk factors related to family history, race, or lifestyle, your doctor may suggest earlier screening.