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I want to do a comprehensive health check. for as many things as possible. what is this kind of checkup called?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Physical exam: Typically eyes ears nose mouth neck lungs heart glands breasts belly arms legs, reflexes plus others as appropriate. Skin, obviously. If you have concerns about part of your body or about part of the exam, please do ask. Let your doctor know you want a thorough history and physical, because you have concerns about the following.........

Answered 5/19/2018

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Differs regionally: There may be many names for such a process. In the USA it is often called an Executive physical because high value executives are required to undergo it for work & are often insured based on the findings. For you, write down a full list of any symptoms and concerns & schedule a visit. Whether or not they can do some of the studies you desire may depend on who will approve/ pay for the studies.

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