School Physical Exams at Wible Family Medicine in Bakersfield, CA

At Universal Pediatrics, we understand that school physical exams are an essential part of keeping your child healthy and ready for academic and extracurricular success. Whether your child needs a physical for school enrollment, sports participation, or a camp program, our experienced pediatric team is here to make the process smooth and stress-free.

What to Bring to Your Appointment

To help us provide the most efficient care, please bring any forms required by your child’s school or sports program. Our providers will complete and sign these documents during your visit. Also, bring a copy of your child’s up-to-date immunization records. Our team will review these records to ensure your child meets all school and state immunization requirements.

How to Prepare Your Child

Have your child wear comfortable clothes that are easy to move in. This helps our providers check vital signs, examine joints, assess posture, and listen to the heart and lungs during the exam. If your child wears glasses, a hearing aid, braces, or any other medical device, please bring these along.

Sharing Health Information

Please prepare a list of any medications your child currently takes, including prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, or supplements. If your child has any chronic conditions—such as asthma, allergies, or diabetes—let our pediatric team know about recent symptoms, treatments, or changes in health. This information helps us provide a comprehensive assessment tailored to your child’s needs.

Before the Exam

Unless otherwise instructed by our team, your child should eat normally before the school physical. If any special tests (like blood work) are needed, our staff will provide you with detailed instructions ahead of time.

Our compassionate providers are dedicated to your child’s health and well-being. We make every effort to ensure your child’s school physical is thorough, comfortable, and meets all required guidelines. We’re happy to address any questions or concerns you have during the visit.

We understand that school physical exams—also known as well-child visits or checkups—are a vital part of your child’s overall healthcare. These exams help ensure your child is healthy, developing appropriately, and ready to succeed both in and out of the classroom.

Our experienced pediatricians follow established guidelines for the frequency of physical exams, beginning with frequent checkups in infancy and early childhood as part of the immunization schedule and developmental milestones. As your child grows, we recommend annual physical exams for school-aged children and teenagers. Most local schools require a physical exam before starting kindergarten or first grade, and many also request updated physicals for sports participation or at certain grade levels. We are familiar with these requirements and can provide the necessary documentation for your child’s school or activities.

Comprehensive Care at Every Visit During your child’s school physical at Universal Pediatrics, our providers will:

– Assess growth and development
– Screen vision and hearing
– Update vaccinations according to the recommended schedule
– Address any health concerns or questions you may have
– Offer guidance on nutrition, physical activity, and safety

We also take the time to answer your questions and ensure you have the information you need to support your child’s health.

Meeting School Requirements with Ease. Since school and sports physical requirements can differ, our team can help you understand what is needed for your child’s specific school or district. We make it easy to keep your child’s health records up to date and provide you with all documentation required by your school.

Yes, your child can receive their physical exam. Our practice provides comprehensive physical exams for children of all ages, including annual check-ups, school and sports physicals, and well-child visits. During these appointments, our pediatric healthcare providers will assess your child’s growth and development, review their medical history, perform a thorough physical examination, and update any necessary immunizations.

Regular physical exams are essential for monitoring your child’s overall health, catching any potential concerns early, and ensuring they are reaching important developmental milestones. If you have specific questions or would like to schedule an appointment, please contact us directly for more information about our pediatric physical exam services and availability.

We understand that school physicals are a vital part of keeping your child healthy and ready for the academic year. Our comprehensive school physical exams not only assess your child’s overall health—including height, weight, vision, hearing, and physical development—but also offer an ideal opportunity to review and update your child’s immunizations.

Our providers carefully check your child’s vaccination records during each school physical. If your child is due for any required or recommended vaccines, such as Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis), meningococcal, or HPV, we can administer these immunizations during the same visit—making it convenient for busy families to stay on track with school and state requirements.

To help us serve you efficiently, please bring your child’s vaccination records to the appointment. This allows us to ensure all necessary immunizations are up-to-date and provide any documentation your school may require. Some schools require proof of certain vaccines before your child can attend classes, and we are here to help you meet those requirements in one easy visit.

If you have questions about which vaccinations your child may need or would like to confirm that immunizations can be provided during your visit, please contact our office ahead of time. While we strive to stock all recommended vaccines, advance notice helps us ensure we have everything necessary for your child’s care.

Universal Pediatrics is committed to supporting your child’s health and academic success. Schedule your school physical with us today, and let us take care of your child’s health needs in a caring, family-friendly environment! For more information, contact us or schedule an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 6640 Wible Road Bakersfield, CA 93313. We also serve patients from Bakersfield CA, Maltha CA, Kayandee CA, Burness CA, Clovis CA, Panama CA, Alameda CA, and surrounding areas.