School Physicals in Norwalk, CT
DOCS Urgent Care in Norwalk provides quality, affordable school physicals to students of all ages. Our staff also administers vaccinations and immunizations as needed depending upon the age of the child. In addition, we are available to discuss with parents any health, developmental or growth concerns they may have about their child and also to fill out necessary school forms and apply doctors’ signatures as needed.
QUALITY, AFFORDABLE CARE
DOCS URGENT CARE – NORWALK
ADDRESS
307 Connecticut Ave
Norwalk, CT 06854
PHONE
(203) 298-9752
FAX
(203) 298-9755
HOURS
WEEKDAYS : 8AM-8PM
WEEKENDS : 8AM-6PM
What to expect DURING a school physical
One of our highly experienced physicians will perform a thorough examination including vision, hearing, vitals and a variety of other medical services to your child at the time of their physical. We talk with parents about the overall health of their child and are steadfast in advising parents of the importance of school physicals because of the many germs, bacteria and illnesses that are present in the school environment. The team here at DOCS Urgent Care in Norwalk not only provides school physicals but also provides medical care and treatment needed throughout the school year.
What should I bring to the physical?
When arriving for your child’s physical be sure to provide the doctor with your child’s immunization records and a list of any medications they take as well as any school forms the doctor needs to fill out. Also, if your child is in need of a specific vaccination, we strongly suggest that you contact us in advance to ensure that we have the vaccine at the time of your child’s appointment.
Included in your Child’s Physical
There are a number of tests and readings performed during a school physical including vision, hearing, blood pressure, and vitals to name a few. The physician will also discuss with parents and their children any concerns they may have about the child’s health or development. At the DOCS Urgent Care in Norwalk the following services are included with a physical:
Physical Examination Includes:
- Review of health history and immunization
- Perform physical examination
- Height / Weight
- Blood pressure and heart rate
- Checking of heart, lungs, abdomen, ears, nose, and throat
- Evaluate posture, joint, strength, and flexibility
- Vision testing
- Supply you with a summary of the exam and stamp any medical forms required
- Fall all applicable and related documents to specific institutions
Vaccinations Offered in Norwalk
There are a vast number of immunizations and vaccinations we provide here at the DOCS Urgent Care in Norwalk.
Some of the vaccinations we offer include:
- Hepatitis A (Pediatric)
- Hepatitis B (Pediatric)
- Japanese Encephalitis
- MMR
- Menactra
- Zostavax (Shingles)
- Polio (IPV)
- Pneumococcal
- PPD
- Rabies Vaccination
- Tetanus Diphtheria (TD)
- Tetanus Diphtheria Pertussis (TDAP)
- Twinrix (Hep A & B Combination)
- Typhoid
- Varicella
- Yellow Fever
- Gardasil
- B-12
- Ceftriaxone
- Kenalog-10
- Phenergan
- Solu-Medrol
- Toradol
- Benadryl
The Care Your Child Needs, When They Need It in Norwalk
At DOCS Urgent Care in Norwalk our team is dedicated to providing school physicals, vaccinations, immunizations and necessary medical care and treatment to all our student patients year-round. Contact one of our staff members today to schedule your child’s annual school physical and vaccinations.
