Physicals

Routine physicals are often your first line of defense against diseases and disorders that lower your quality of life. Comprehensive physicals are available for adults at City Hill Family Health NP, PLLC. Board-certified nurse practitioner Olumuyiwa Tony Owoyomi, NP, also specializes in pre-employment physicals, school and sports physicals, and pre-surgical clearances to evaluate your overall health and diagnose underlying health problems in the earliest stage. Call the Hempstead, New York, office today to schedule your annual physical. You can also book an appointment online.

What are physicals?

Physicals are preventive exams that assess your body’s function and overall wellness. Routine physicals can also be a useful tool in identifying potential health issues early when treatment is typically most effective.

City Hill Family Health NP, PLLC offers preventive physicals for adults. As an experienced nurse practitioner, Tony can also complete comprehensive physicals for sports, employment, and school.

How often do I need to schedule physicals?

You should schedule a physical at least once a year as part of your preventive health care plan, even if you’re feeling well and don’t have any concerns about your health.

As part of your registration for organized sports or new employment, you might also need to schedule a physical exam at City Hill Family Health NP, PLLC. Pre-employment and sports physicals ensure you’re healthy enough to participate in all required activities.

If you’re planning to have surgery, Tony offers pre-surgical physicals to confirm you can tolerate surgery without additional risk.

What can I expect during physicals?

During your physical exam at City Hill Family Health NP, PLLC, Tony reviews your personal and family medical histories to identify potential risk factors for chronic disease. He also discusses your lifestyle, diet, activity level, and other factors influencing your health.

As part of your physical, Tony assesses different aspects of your health, including:

• Height
• Weight
• Temperature
• Heart rate
• Blood pressure
• Muscle strength
• Joint flexibility
• Skin health

Tony may request bloodwork to screen for Type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and other chronic conditions. He can also screen for issues that negatively affect your mental health, such as anxiety and depression.

Your annual physical is also a great time to ask questions about your health and update vaccinations that protect against contagious viruses like the seasonal flu. 

You can also access educational resources to optimize your long-term well-being. For instance, Tony can recommend strategies you can use to lose weight and lower your risk for heart disease and other obesity-related conditions. 

If your physical exam reveals underlying health issues, Tony discusses your options for treatment to prevent them from worsening. He offers chronic care management to support your long-term health and control conditions like heart disease and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD).

Call City Hill Family Health NP, PLLC, today to schedule an annual physical or book an appointment online.