An annual physical is a prevention-focused visit: we identify risks early, review recommended screenings, and create a plan for the year ahead.
Quick summary
- The visit is personalized (age, history, family history, risk factors).
- Screening is not “one lab panel for everyone.”
- Prevention includes lifestyle, sleep, mental health, and personalized screening planning.
- Bring a list of your current treatments and your questions
Bring these to your visit
- A list of your current health items and supplements
- Home blood pressure readings if you track them.
- Outside records: labs, imaging, specialist notes if available.
- Family history updates (new cancers, heart disease, diabetes).
What we typically cover
- Vitals and measurements: blood pressure, weight/BMI.
- Sleep, stress, nutrition, exercise, alcohol/tobacco.
- Screening plan (cancer, metabolic, cardiovascular risk).
- Preventive care review based on age, history, and risk.
- Current treatment and supplement review when relevant.
Common screenings (examples; individualized)
- Blood pressure screening and confirmation when needed.
- Diabetes/prediabetes screening for eligible adults.
- Colon cancer screening beginning at appropriate ages/risk.
- Women: cervical and breast screening planning based on guideline age ranges.
- Men: shared decision-making on PSA screening when appropriate.
When to book sooner than “annual”
- Chest pain, shortness of breath, fainting, blood in stool/urine, severe headaches, unintentional weight loss, or major mood changes should be evaluated promptly.
Next step
More resources: Annual Physicals & Prevention. Book an in-person annual physical and bring your top 3 goals or questions so we can focus on what matters most.
Last reviewed: April 8, 2026