Why Are Wellness Exams Necessary?

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Wellness checks, sometimes referred to as well-child care, are important for the overall health of your child because they allow you, your child, and your pediatrician to discuss important concerns and questions. Our board-certified pediatricians at AGC Pediatrics recommend that parents schedule at least an annual wellness check; however, parents may schedule well-child check-ups whenever any important healthcare questions or concerns arise.

Pediatric wellness checks allow parents and doctors to create a team approach to healthcare, which promotes the developmental, emotional and physical health of the child, and allows pediatricians to learn more about each individual child. Our board-certified team of pediatricians at AGC Pediatrics offer you and your child a comfortable, friendly, faith-based pediatric healthcare.

Check out these benefits that well child exams from AGC Pediatrics provide:

• Check-in for growth: height, weight and BMI. This helps ensure your kids are on the right track for appropriate growth for their age and physical build.
• Recognize any potential problems. A well child check-up helps your pediatrician foresee any potential issues that your child may encounter and offer preventative care or treatment.
• Test hearing and vision. Help your child start their summer off right with a hearing and vision check during their well child exam. These simple tests can help set them up for success in the summer season and in school.
• Stay up-to-date on immunizations. Vaccinating your children is a great way to keep them safe and healthy. Well child exams are a good time for them to receive immunizations and booster shots necessary for school in the fall.
• A complete physical exam. Well child exams help get kids ready for summer sports with a physical exam.

What is a Wellness Check at AGC Pediatrics?

Wellness checks at AGC Pediatrics in North Georgia are the perfect opportunity for parents to discuss any concerns or ask any questions about their child’s health and Wellness Exams Additionally, during a well-child check-up, parents and children may expect:

• Recording of height & weight
• Blood pressure & body temperature check
• Test of hearing and vision
• Urine samples
• Complete physical exam
• Immunization booster shots

Following the doctor’s examination, our board-certified pediatricians encourage parents and children to ask any questions. We recommend that parents write out their questions and concerns to ensure the complete health of the child. Some of these questions may be as basic as sports safety or as complex as discussing developmental issues, such as ADHD.

Our pediatricians also provide valuable safety information for upcoming seasons and events.

Wellness Checks at AGC Pediatrics

At AGC Pediatrics we believe in providing the highest quality healthcare for pediatric patients up to age 21. Our faith-based practice offers a friendly, comfortable environment to encourage your child’s healthy growth and development.

Request a consultation via telephone at (706) 625-5900 or online to learn more about the benefits of pediatric wellness checks.