Physical Exam

Routine physical exams save lives. At Wellsprings Natural Healthcare in Belcourt, North Dakota, skilled family nurse practitioner Cheryll Simmons, FNP-BC, MSN, MPH, offers school, sports, US Department of Transportation (DOT), and other physical exams to evaluate overall health and screen for potential medical problems before they can become severe. Schedule your next physical by calling Wellsprings Natural Healthcare or request one online today.

What are physical exams?

Physical exams at Wellsprings Natural Healthcare are medical evaluations that screen for illnesses, injuries, diseases, and their risk factors. You or a family member might need a physical to get or maintain a job, go to summer camp, participate in a sport, or be admitted to school.

Undergoing annual physical exams is one of the best ways to avoid debilitating and costly complications; Cheryll can detect potential problems before they become severe.

Who is a candidate for physical exams?

Everyone, whether children, teenagers, or adults, benefits from yearly physical exams. Schedule a physical exam if you require one for your job, camp, sports, or school; if you feel sick or get injured; and any time you develop unusual symptoms.

You can also schedule an appointment at Wellsprings Natural Healthcare if you have concerns or questions about your physical or mental health and well-being. 

What happens during physical exams?

What to expect during physical exams depends on the reason for the exam. Cheryll weighs you and determines your body mass index (BMI). She also checks your blood pressure and other vital signs. In babies and children, she assesses growth and development. She asks about medication, lifestyle, medical history, and symptoms you or your child might have.

During the physical exam, she evaluates you from head to toe to assess your overall health. She listens to your breathing and heartbeat, evaluates your reflexes, and screens for signs of problems.

You might complete vision and hearing screenings or other diagnostic tests, like bloodwork, urinalysis, heart and lung function tests, and imaging procedures (X-rays, CT scans, MRIs).

Cheryll offers breast exams, pelvic exams, and Pap tests to women and prostate exams to men. She also provides vaccinations for interested patients who qualify. She answers questions about your health and offers specialist referrals whenever needed. 

After a school, sports, or work physical exam, Cheryll fills out the necessary physical exam forms and gives you a copy to keep for your records. If you fail the physical exam, she suggests treatments allowing you to retake and pass the exam in the next round.

Schedule physical exams at Wellsprings Natural Healthcare by calling the office or requesting an appointment online today.