Routine Scheduling
We always let you know at the end of each well child visit when your child well be due back for the next check-up and attempt to schedule the appointment for you. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends the following schedule of routine well child physical exams:
- Birth
- Within First Two (2) Weeks
- Two (2) Months
- Four (4) Months
- Six (6) Months
- Nine (9) Months
- Twelve (12) Months
- Fifteen-Eighteen (15-18) Months
- 2-18 years of age - Yearly exams
If your child has a medical condition which requires more frequent visits, such as asthma, diabetes, ADHD or other chronic conditions, the above schedule will be adjusted accordingly. Starting in middle school, athletes are required to have yearly exams to maintain eligibility. If your child is current with his/her yearly well child exams, forms for sports participation, daycares, camps, etc. can usually be completed without a separate examination. Please remember it is your responsibility to keep your child current with his/her physical exams and immunizations.
On occasion, certain problems arise that can't be resolved during a "routine" visit. Extended visits may be scheduled to more effectively take care of these situations.
Our Primary goal is to work WITH you to provide for the optimum health and development of your child. Please communicate any concerns you may have so we can achieve that goal together.
