ARC Pediatrics offers well-check exams to address your child's growth and development, provide preventive health care such as vaccinations and screenings, address parental concerns, and promote healthy habits. It's also a great time to complete UIL forms for sports physicals, camp, and other activities.
Here is a breakdown of the differences between well-checks and sports physicals and what to expect during your child's well-check exam.
Well-check exams
For school-aged children, well-checks are recommended at least once a year, even if your child has already had a sports physical at school or from another clinic.
During a well-check, your child's doctor or advanced practice clinician (APC) will cover:
- Growth and development
- Immunization or vaccine updates
- Health and safety
- Nutrition and physical fitness
- Teen topics, like puberty and acne
- Learning and behavioral questions
- Family and social concerns
Sports physicals
A sports physical, also known as a pre-participation physical evaluation, is typically required by schools or sports organizations before your child can join a sports team or participate in organized physical activities.
While both a sports physical and a well-child check involve assessing a child's health, there are some key differences between the two:
- Focus: Well-checks focus on overall health; sports physicals focus on sports readiness.
- Depth: Sports physicals are more targeted, while well-checks are comprehensive.
ARC pediatricians and APCs will review and sign the UIL forms for your child's school district at their well-check exam.
When to book a well-check exam
ARC Pediatrics follow the American Academy of Pediatrics recommendation for annual well-check exams. For school-aged children ages 6-18, summers are a great time to schedule.
Need an appointment after business hours? Some ARC Pediatrics clinics may offer well-check visits in the evenings and on weekends during the summer. Online schedules will show if they are available.
Make an appointment today
You can schedule a well-check exam in the following ways:
- Book through ARC MyChart if you have proxy access to your child's account.
- Click BOOK NOW on your doctor's or APC's website bio page.
- Click BOOK NOW at ARCcheckup.com.
- Call 512-272-4636 for 24/7 phone scheduling services.