What is a physical exam?
A physical exam is an evaluation Dr. Sra conducts to assess your physical health, and it’s an
essential part of your visit. She uses the information gathered during your physical exam to create
your treatment plan.
Dr. Sra takes a preventive approach to medicine and gears her recommendations to help you make the
necessary lifestyle changes that support health, prevent disease, and improve your overall quality
of life.
Do I need an annual physical exam?
Yes, you need an annual physical. Even if you’re in good health, you should schedule a physical exam
with Dr. Sra every year.
This comprehensive exam not only provides Dr. Sra with a general foundation of your overall health
but also helps establish a more trusting patient-doctor relationship. The more trust you have in Dr.
Sra, the more likely you are to share your health concerns so she can provide you with the best care
possible.
What can I expect during a physical exam?
Your physical exam at Sun Arizona Medical Group is comprehensive. During the exam, Dr. Sra reviews
your medical history, medication and supplement use, and your general health concerns. She then
conducts a physical exam that includes:
- Biometrics to assess body composition
- Cholesterol and diabetes screening
- Skin cancer screening
- Spirometry (lung function test)
- Check of blood pressure and heart rate
- Evaluation of your ears, nose, and mouth
- Palpation of your organs
- Check of your reflexes
Based on the information gathered during your annual physical exam, Dr. Sra develops your treatment
plan for health and wellness. If needed, she may recommend updating your vaccinations. She also
provides education about diet, exercise, and sun protection.
What can I expect during a well-woman exam?
Dr. Sra is an experienced internal medicine physician who also provides well-woman exams. During your
well-woman exam, Dr. Sra reviews your medical and gynecological history, as well as your medicine
and supplement use. She also reviews your specific health concerns.
Dr. Sra then conducts a physical and pelvic exam. She may also recommend various screenings, such as
a Pap smear for cervical cancer, a mammogram for breast cancer, or a bone density scan for
osteoporosis.
To schedule your physical exam, call Sun Arizona Medical Group today or book an appointment online.
