More Than a Routine Checkup
An annual physical examination is one of the most important investments you can make in your health. Yet for many people, their annual physical has been reduced to a brief, surface-level encounter that barely scratches the surface of comprehensive health assessment.
In a concierge practice, the annual physical is what it should be: a thorough, unhurried evaluation of your complete health status with personalized recommendations for the year ahead.
What a Comprehensive Physical Should Include
A truly thorough annual physical should encompass:
- Complete medical history review -- including updates since your last visit
- Vital signs and physical examination -- head-to-toe assessment
- Cardiovascular screening -- blood pressure trends, heart sounds, EKG when appropriate
- Comprehensive blood work -- complete metabolic panel, lipid profile, thyroid function, and more
- Cancer screenings -- age and risk-appropriate screenings
- Mental health check-in -- stress, mood, sleep quality assessment
- Lifestyle review -- nutrition, exercise, sleep, substance use
- Preventative care planning -- vaccinations, screenings, and health goals
Why Early Detection Matters
Many serious health conditions -- including hypertension, diabetes, certain cancers, and cardiovascular disease -- can develop silently without obvious symptoms. Regular, comprehensive screenings allow your physician to identify concerning trends early, when interventions are most effective and outcomes are best.
In a concierge setting, Dr. Soffer has the time to not just order tests but to discuss results in detail, explain what they mean for your health trajectory, and collaboratively develop action plans that fit your life.
Schedule Your Annual Physical
If it has been more than a year since your last comprehensive health evaluation, we encourage you to schedule an appointment. Your future self will thank you.