How To Transform Your Annual Physical Into a Preventative Screening That Could Save Your Life [PODCAST]

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How To Transform Your Annual Physical Into a Preventative Screening That Could Save Your Life

Thanks for tuning in to the Armor Men’s Health Hour Podcast today, where we bring you the latest and greatest in urology care and the best urology humor out there.

In this segment, Dr. Mistry and Donna Lee are joined by primary care physician Dr. Lamia Kadir of Family Medicine Austin. Today Dr. Mistry and Dr. Kadir are educating our listeners on what to expect from a Primary Care Physician, or PCP. While many people know they need to get an annual physical exam from the PCP, it can be more difficult to know what specifically should be tested and/or addressed by their provider. Dr. Kadir explains that not only should physicians gather all the standard data like weight, blood pressure, etc., but they should also ask detailed questions about family health history to assess your risk for major, life-threatening concerns like cancer, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, an so on. In addition, your PCP should do a full body skin check to screen for potential melanomas. Finally, some PCPs will offer you additional testing options like the Health Grades Analytics preventative screening. This head-to-toe examination includes a fundoscopy (eye exam); ultrasound of your aorta, looking for an aneurysm; an echocardiogram, which is actually a test of your heart function; ultrasound of your arteries, thyroid, and kidneys; a pulmonary function test, which classically has done for asthma; and an EEG, which is a cursory test for seizure disorder. If you're really looking to capitalize on your health in 2021, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, and you can take preventative measures to ensure long-term, holistic wellness with the right provider. To schedule an appointment or learn more about the Health Grades Analytics screening, you can reach Dr. Kadir at familymedicineaustin.com or call (512) 872-6868.

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