AZMED PRIMARY CARE
At AZMED Care, our goal is to provide all the medical care you need to stay healthy, at a time
and place that works around your schedule. After all, you have more important things to do
with your time than wait weeks to see a doctor or spend hours in a clinic or hospital waiting
room.
Got a fever that just will not quit? Need an expert’s opinion on a sprain, strain, or pain? Want to
know whether that mystery rash is something you need to worry about? Walk In or schedule a
same day appointment at AZMED Care.
We treat the following:
- Acute Injuries and Chronic Pain Allergies
- Asthma and Trouble Breathing
- Allergic Reactions, insect bites, Bee or Wasp Stings
- Bruises and Contusions
- Burns: superficial and deep
- Colds, Coughs, Fevers & Respiratory Infections
- Constipation
- Cuts, Scrapes, Wounds, Abrasions
- Dehydration
- Diabetic Issues
- Diarrhea, Nausea, & Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Animal Bites
- Earaches & Ear Infections
- Eye Issues: Pink Eye/ Corneal Abrasions
- Flu Treatment & Vaccination
- Headaches
- Heartburn and Acid Reflux
- Heat Illness
- Hemorrhoids and Fissures
- High Blood Pressure
- Ingrown Toenails, Hangnails and Toenail Fungus
- Mild Kidney Infections
- Minor Abdominal Pain
- Minor Dermatology & Skin Care: Rashes & Skin Disorders
- Nose Bleeds
- Shingles
- Sickle Cell
- Sinus Infections
- Sore Throat and Strep
- Sports Injuries
- Sprains, Strains, Broken Bones & Dislocations
- UTI Treatments
- Vaginal Infection
- Wound Care
Physicals & Health Tests
Annual Physical Exam
What does a General Physical Exam Typically Include?
An updated health history from the patient to determine any recent medical problems or new medications and/or supplements.
A check of vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, and respiratory rate.
A visual review of the patient’s appearance.
The physical exam, which includes listening to the heart and lungs, along with a visual check of the hair, nails, limbs, abdomen, neck, and head.
Bloodwork for lab tests may or may not be required, and would be additional, i.e., blood count, blood chemistry, lipid panel, etc.
Diagnostic testing might or might not be required and would be additional i.e., EKG, Chest X-Ray, etc.
Specific screenings based on age, gender or activity or employment.
Additional Requirements for Men May Include:
- Cholesterol Test: Every five years for those over 35; or as young as 20 if there is a family history of heart disease or diabetes.
- Testicular Exam: A check of each testicle for lumps, tenderness, or changes in size.
- Prostate Cancer Screening: Either a prostate specific antigen (PSA) or digital rectal exam.
Additional Requirements for Women May Include:
- Cholesterol Test: Regular checks starting at age 45; or as early as 20 if there is a genetic history of heart disease or diabetes.
- Pelvic Exam: A check of the vagina, vulva, and cervix for signs of sexually transmitted diseases.
- Breast Exam: A check for lumps or other signs of breast cancer.
- Mammogram: This is not included but may be prescribed post-physical. Recommended every two years for those ages 50 to 74.
- Osteoporosis Screening: This is not included but may be prescribed post-physical. Bone density scans starting at age 65.