Why are physicals important?
Annual physicals are a great way to stay on top of your long-term wellness and lower your risk factors for certain diseases. At HealthWell Family Health, Nina Aronov, FNP-BC, and the medical team offer routine physicals to keep track of changes in your health from year to year. They also provide specialized exams like Department of Transportation (DOT) physicals that ensure you're healthy enough to operate a vehicle safely. Call the office in the Forest Hills neighborhood of Queens, New York, or book an appointment online today.
What are physicals?
Physicals are preventive health exams that can identify early warning signs of acute or chronic diseases before you experience any symptoms. The purpose of a physical is to identify potentially serious health complications in the earliest stage, when many conditions are easier to treat.
For example, by detecting hypertension (high blood pressure) early, you can make the necessary lifestyle and diet changes to get it under control and avoid the need for medication.
Physical exams also give the HealthWell Family Health team an opportunity to track changes in your health from one year to the next.
When should I schedule physicals?
You should schedule a routine physical once a year, even when you feel well and have no health concerns. Routine physicals are separate from other medical visits you might need for existing health conditions.
You might need a routine physical before starting school, a new job, or participating in organized sports.
HealthWell Family Health also offers physical exams that meet the specific requirements of organizations like the Department of Transportation (DOT). DOT physicals ensure you’re healthy enough to operate a personal or commercial vehicle in a safe manner.
What happens during physicals?
During your initial physical at HealthWell Family Health, the team spends time reviewing your personal and family medical histories and learning more about your diet and lifestyle. As part of your physical, the team also makes detailed notes about your overall health, including your:
- Height
- Weight
- Blood pressure
- Lung function
- Heart rhythm
- Joint flexibility
- Muscle strength
You might also need blood work or other lab tests if you have risk factors for certain chronic conditions like diabetes or high cholesterol. HealthWell Family Health also offers gynecology services for women and may recommend a pelvic exam and Pap smear as part of your routine physical.
If you have any unexplained symptoms or concerns about your physical or mental health, your annual physical is an excellent time to discuss them. Your provider can also ensure you’re up to date on immunizations that protect against contagious diseases, including the seasonal flu.
If it’s been over a year since you or your family members last had a physical, call HealthWell Family Health to schedule an appointment or book one online today.
hallah almaroosh2024-03-31Dr. Nina is amazinggg!! She took her time with me and didn't rush, which I truly appreciated. She was incredibly sweet, as were the medical assistants. The office is pretty and clean. If you want a PCP that genuinely cares, listens to you, is sweet, and doesn’t rush you then I highly recommend!Adi Pimentel2024-03-27I walked into Dr. Nina's office on a mission to find a PCP that listens to me, that is kind and doesn't rush through our appointment and that mission is complete! The space is clean and really nice and the two employees were really helpful in figuring out some health insurance hurdles with me. Dr. Nina listens to you and your concerns, takes her time and is super personable. I am relieved to have found a great doctor.daisy jerry2024-03-26Very professional and clean. I was pleased with the entire visit.Hanesha Persaud2024-03-25This was my first visit and a wonderful experience! The office is immaculate and I was seen within minutes of arriving! Dr. Nina and the nurse are lovely, warm, and attentive individuals which I greatly appreciate. I will most definitely return and gladly recommend to others as well!Jasmine Diaz2024-03-21I had a great experience here. The office is clean and up to date. I had an annual exam and NP Aronov communicated and listened thoroughly and you can tell she cares about her patients. Her medical assistant was amazing as well. She greeted me and did my vitals as soon as I came in and drew my blood as soon as my exam was over. Time is managed very well here, which is hard to find. I highly recommend!Melissa K2024-03-21I had a great visit to this office! The staff here are wonderful and attentive. The office is clean and is a nice environment to be in. Nina is a lovely doctor. I would definitely come here againmela gale2024-03-15Highly recommend this office if you’re looking for a pcp. You can tell that Nina Aronov really cares and is very thorough. The other nurses are amazing as well! Very glad I chose to switch to Healthwell Family HealthJolene Cousar2024-03-06Dr. Nina was so sweet!! Her office has EVERYTHING-aesthetics work (Morpheus 8, scar treatment, etc), medical (I went for EKG and bloodwork), Pap smears, IV vitamin transfusions and more! Will def be going back, as she’s now my new PC 🩷 very personable and caring doc! The front desk receptionist was very sweet as well!! Great office all around.Priscilla Martinez2024-03-01First time at office and I had an amazing experience. Leanna and Dr. Nina are so sweet, caring and attentive. Definitely recommend.Joseph Meyer2024-02-29My experience with dr Nina has been great. She is my primary. And any time I have any kind of medical concerns or if I feel sick I call her and she takes care of whatever I need I highly recommend her
