Raleigh NC Women's Physicals at AFC Urgent Care

At AFC, we provide several types of women’s physicals so that you can monitor your health every year. There are three kinds of physicals for women, and we want to ensure you don’t have to struggle to find a suitable provider. The three types of physicals include the well woman exam, the basic physical, and a combination of the two. Regular women’s wellness checks and physical exams are the best way to detect and treat any illnesses as early as possible. Having a physical and annual gynecological exam helps you to keep your health on track. The well-qualified providers at American Family care can help you with everything from birth control to hormone therapy.

So how do you prepare for the women’s annual checkup? Bring any current medications and medical records you have with you to AFC so your provider can have the best picture of your past health.

Basic Physical - Physical exam is based upon your individual health needs. It includes a routine check of vitals like blood pressure, heart rate, respiration, and temperature. Your doctor may also examine your abdomen, extremities, and skin for any signs of health changes. The goal of a standard physical is to detect any health changes before they become serious, as well as checking your overall health. A women’s yearly checkup may not always be eventful, but understanding your health status and taking preventative steps when necessary are always critical.

During a basic physical exam, your provider will ask you questions and do the following:

• Pulse and blood pressure
• Lipid panel
• Hemoglobin and blood sugar
• Weight, height, BMI
• O2 saturation
• Heart and lung exams
• Head, neck, and abdominal exams
• Reflexes
• Skin check

Well Woman Exam - Different from a basic physical because it focuses on the reproductive process. This exam includes:

• Breast exam
• Pelvic exam
• Pap smear
• Contraception and/or Hormone Therapy counseling

Women’s Physical Exam – This is the third type of exam, which is a combination of the two other exams. Simply put, you will receive a basic physical and a well woman exam. The women’s wellness exam gives you the most solid picture of your health. Use the contact information on this page to schedule your physical if it’s time for another checkup. Don't wait to learn more about your health—get answers today.