Physical Exams

An annual physical is the one appointment that isn’t about a problem. It’s a baseline — a way to catch something early, or to confirm you’re as healthy as you feel.

What’s included

Every physical at IPC covers the same ground: a review of your history and current medications, height, weight, and blood pressure, a head-to-toe exam including heart, lungs, abdomen, skin, and musculoskeletal check, and bloodwork for things like cholesterol and blood sugar.

We’ll also talk about the parts of health that don’t show up in labs — sleep, stress, alcohol and tobacco, mood, sexual health — and get any vaccinations you’re due for.

Screenings that apply to you

Beyond the standard exam, some screenings depend on your age and family history: colon cancer screening, bone density, and cardiovascular risk assessment, for instance.

Others depend on which organs you have rather than how you identify. Cervical, breast, and prostate screening are recommended based on anatomy and personal risk, and that’s how we approach them. If you’re transgender or nonbinary, you’ll get the screenings that actually apply to your body — no assumptions, no awkward conversation required.

Specialized gynecologic care is best handled by a gynecologist, and we’re happy to refer you. Everything else happens here.

What it costs

Most insurance plans cover one preventive visit a year at no cost to you. If we order tests beyond routine preventive screening — because of a symptom, or to follow up on something we find — those may be billed separately. We’ll tell you before we order anything.

Booking

We see adults 18 and over. Call 404.541.0944 to schedule.