Scheduling wellness exams every year contributes to better overall health. Regular visits enable your provider to monitor your health and spot potential problems early on before they become more serious and are more difficult to treat. The experienced providers at New York Comprehensive Medical Care in Smithtown & Bohemia, NY, offer wellness exams and other services to help you enjoy better health. 

Annual Wellness Exams

Most adults should undergo a wellness exam once every year even if they are in good health. Seeing your primary care provider regularly helps ensure you continue to remain in good health. Annual visits also the doctor to monitor your health and identity changes since your previous exam that need to be addressed before progressing to something more serious. 

Annual wellness exams include several components to ensure all aspects of your health are checked. At our offices in Smithtown & Bohemia, NY, adult wellness exams typically include the following items:

• A review of your medical history
• An assessment of current symptoms, if any
• Height, weight, and body mass measurements 
• Blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature readings
• An assessment of the lungs and breathing 
• An examination of the eyes, nose, ears, and throat 
• Certain types of cancer screenings
• Balance and reflex testing 
• Bloodwork or other lab tests
• Immunizations, if needed 

Benefits of Annual Wellness Exams

The benefits of scheduling annual wellness exams are numerous. One significant benefit is the prevention of various health problems. When you see your provider regularly, minor issues can be detected and remedied before they end up leading to more serious concerns. For example, if diagnostic tests performed during your exam show high blood pressure and elevated cholesterol levels, steps can be taken to bring both down and reduce your risk of developing heart disease. 

Some of the many benefits of coming in for a wellness exam every year include:

• Improved health and wellness
• Prevention of illness and disease
• Continued monitoring of health over time
• Early diagnosis of health problems when they are more easily treated
• Management of chronic conditions and symptoms, such as diabetes  
• Health recommendations tailored to your symptoms or needs
• Preventive screenings for cancer and other diseases  
• Vaccinations and immunizations remain up to date
• Referrals to specialists when needed

Annual wellness exams play an important role in helping you maintain better health. Schedule an appointment with one of our skilled providers for your next wellness exam by calling New York Comprehensive Medical Care in Smithtown & Bohemia, NY, at (631) 656-9040.