School Physicals at Niles Primary Care Clinic in Bakersfield, CA

At Universal Primary Care, we understand how important your school physical paperwork is. This document is proof that you’ve met your school’s health requirements, such as immunizations and a recent check-up by a licensed medical provider. Without it, you may not be able to participate in school activities, sports, or even attend classes, depending on your school’s policies.

If you lose your school physical paperwork, here’s what you should do:

Contact Universal Primary Care First:

If your physical exam or immunizations were performed at Universal Primary Care, simply reach out to our office. We maintain records of all physical examinations and immunizations. Our team can quickly provide you with a new copy of your physical form or a summary of your relevant medical records. Please have your identification ready and be prepared to sign a release form if necessary.

If Your Physical Was Done Elsewhere:

If your physical was completed at another clinic or through a school-based health office, contact them directly. School nurses or health offices often keep a copy on file, especially if you submitted the paperwork to them.

If Records Aren’t Available:

In rare cases, if your records cannot be located, you may need to schedule another physical exam. Universal Primary Care can accommodate you with a timely appointment to ensure you meet school requirements. Let your school know about the situation—they may grant you an extension while you obtain new documentation.

To prevent these issues, Universal Primary Care recommends keeping digital copies or a photo of your completed school physical paperwork. This way, you’ll have easy access if the original is misplaced.

At Universal Primary Care, a standard medical exam always includes a blood pressure check. Monitoring your blood pressure is an important part of assessing your overall health, as it helps us detect conditions like hypertension (high blood pressure) or hypotension (low blood pressure)—both of which can point to underlying health concerns.

During your visit, our Universal Primary Care team will use a blood pressure cuff, usually placed around your upper arm, to measure the force of your blood against your artery walls. This simple, quick test gives us valuable information about your heart and blood vessel health and helps us determine if any further evaluation or treatment is needed.

At Universal Primary Care, growth charts and Body Mass Index (BMI) are important parts of every child’s physical exam. Our providers carefully track your child’s height, weight, and head circumference over time using standardized growth charts that compare these measurements to other children of the same age and sex. This helps us ensure your child is developing at a healthy rate.

We also calculate BMI during your child’s visit. BMI gives us an estimate of body fat based on height and weight, which helps us identify if your child is underweight, overweight, or at risk for obesity. By regularly reviewing both growth charts and BMI at Universal Primary Care, our team can quickly spot any changes or concerns in your child’s growth pattern. This allows us to address potential health issues early and support your child’s healthy development every step of the way.

At Universal Primary Care, we understand that school physicals play a crucial role in ensuring your child is healthy and ready to participate in school activities, including sports. Our experienced healthcare providers conduct routine school physicals that include a review of your child’s medical history, a thorough physical examination, vision and hearing screenings, immunization updates, and an assessment of growth and development.

While a standard school physical at Universal Primary Care covers all the essential health checks required by schools, a comprehensive allergy assessment is not typically included unless there is a specific concern. If your child has experienced symptoms such as frequent sneezing, itchy eyes, runny nose, or has a history of allergic reactions to foods, medications, or insect stings, please let our team know. Our providers will ask additional questions and, if necessary, recommend further evaluation or refer you to an allergy specialist for testing. This ensures that any specific health needs are addressed and documented for your child’s safety at school.

If your child already has known allergies, we encourage you to share this information during your visit. We will ensure that these details are included in your child’s health records and provide guidance on appropriate precautions to take at school.

In summary: School physicals at Universal Primary Care are designed to monitor your child’s general health and meet school requirements. While a detailed allergy assessment is not a routine part of the exam, our team is committed to addressing any concerns you may have and providing the comprehensive care your family deserves.

To simplify the back-to-school rush, Universal Primary Care makes the process of obtaining a school physical both convenient and comprehensive. Patients can expect the providers to efficiently conduct all necessary steps—from reviewing past illnesses and medications to performing the required musculoskeletal and cardiac assessments for sports clearance. By choosing us for this routine check, families benefit from a dedicated medical home that maintains complete, consistent records, allowing the providers to offer the most thorough evaluation and complete all the necessary school forms, often on the same day as the appointment. For more information, contact us today or book an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 2121 Niles St #200, Bakersfield, CA 93305, We serve patients from Lakeview, East Niles, La Cresta, Maltha, San Lauren, Southgate, Oil Junction, Oil City and surrounding areas.