2075 Foxfield Rd , Suite 102, St. Charles IL 60174

Wellness Evaluations in St. Charles, IL

Wellness Evaluation St. Charles, IL

Wellness evaluations are of form of preventive medicine. The goal of a wellness exam is to not only monitor your current health status, but to prevent future illnesses from occurring. This is accomplished with consultations, physical exams , health screenings, and regular immunizations.

Wellness evaluations should be performed annually regardless of your current health status. If you would like to schedule a wellness evaluation, please call (847) 243-6262 or contact Dr. Marilyn Mitchell online.

What Happens during a Wellness Evaluation?

A typical wellness exam begins with a consultation, where your doctor will discuss your medical history. This could also include a discussion on your family's medical history in order to diagnose potential genetic illnesses. The consultation is a good time for you to ask any questions or concerns you may have about your health.

The next step of a wellness evaluation is a physical exam . Some of the monitoring and tests your doctor may perform include:

  • Height, weight, and body fat measurement
  • Listening to your lungs
  • Ears, nose, and throat examination
  • Blood pressure and cholesterol test
  • STD screenings
  • Neurological examination
  • Urinalysis
  • Lifestyle analysis
  • Preventative health screenings
  • EKGs

Typical Wellness Screenings

There are a number of recommended wellness screenings that should be performed depending on your age and gender. Some of the tests for women include:

  • Pap tests
  • Mammograms
  • Colon cancer screenings for women over 50
  • Bone density tests for women over 65

Recommended tests for men include:

  • Prostate cancer screening for men over 40
  • Colon cancer screening for men over 50

Lifestyle and Nutrition Counseling

A large part of wellness evaluations is a lifestyle and nutrition counseling session. Lifestyle coaching combines recommendations on fitness programs, as well as encouragement to eliminate negative health habits from your life such as smoking and excessive drinking.

The nutrition portion of a counseling session could include a diet plan, meal recommendations, or an education on what nutrients to include in your daily menu. Your doctor may also suggest supplements that can improve your health and the way you feel.

Schedule Your Wellness Evaluation

Most people don't think about seeing a doctor when they're feeling great, but regular wellness screenings are the most important way to maintain your health. Schedule a wellness consultation now: please call (847) 243-6262 or contact Dr. Marilyn Mitchell online.

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HealingSpace Medical Center
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Address

2075 Foxfield Rd
Suite 102
St. Charles, IL 60174
(847) 243-6262
www.healingspacellc.com

Hours

Mon: 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
Tue: 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
Wed: 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
Thu: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri: Closed
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed

Areas We Service:

Kane County, IL, Arlington Heights, IL, Palatine, IL, Schaumburg, IL, Streamwood, IL, Carol Stream, IL, Lisle, IL, Wheaton, IL, Batavia, IL, Geneva, IL, Saint Charles, IL, South Elgin, IL, Fox Valley, IL, Glendale Heights, IL, Barrington, IL