Annual Physical

An annual physical is one of the best ways to keep a pulse on your medical condition. At Cohen Concierge in Naples, Florida, board-certified physician Elyse Cohen, MD, offers physical exams to keep you healthy and well. These visits also provide a time for you to discuss any health concerns or ask any questions you might have. Call or book your annual physical online.  

What is an annual physical?

An annual physical at Cohen Concierge involves a physical exam, screenings, and a time of discussion with your provider. It allows you to check in with Dr. Cohen and address any changes in your health or new symptoms you might have noticed since your last appointment. 

With each visit, she takes detailed notes about your medical condition, keeping a record for tracking and monitoring purposes. She asks you questions about your health and learns of any new developments that might have occurred in the past year. 

She then performs a physical exam that involves checking your:

• Height
• Weight
• Blood pressure
• Body temperature
• Heart rate
• Lung function

Dr. Cohen also discusses your diet and lifestyle and reviews your personal and family medical histories to determine what screenings might be right for you. She can also recommend any treatments as needed. Overall, annual physicals provide an opportunity for you to stay ahead of sickness and disease.

What can an annual physical exam screen for?

Depending on your age, gender, and family history of disease, Dr. Cohen may screen you for the following:

• Diabetes
• Breast cancer
• Cervical cancer
• Prostate cancer
• Colon cancer
• Hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol)
• STDs
• Allergies
• Osteoporosis

You can also receive immunizations to prevent certain diseases like the flu or shingles, which you can discuss with your provider.

Does an annual physical result in treatment?

After your physical exam and a thorough medical evaluation, Dr. Cohen can recommend treatment for any health condition.

Depending on your diagnosis, she may suggest or prescribe any of the following:

• Watchful waiting
• Dietary supplements
• Medications for acute or chronic illnesses
• Physical therapy, compression, or massage for injuries
• Weight loss
• Noninvasive or minimally invasive medical procedures

If lifestyle changes are the best recommendation, Dr. Cohen takes the time to help you develop a plan to implement a new course of action to improve your overall health. 

As a concierge medicine provider, she aims to provide superior, comprehensive care to help you experience excellent health and wellness.

If you’re ready to schedule an annual physical to optimize your health and detect any illnesses before they become a matter of concern, call Cohen Concierge today to make an appointment or use the convenient online booking feature.