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Child Physicals in Buffalo, NY

Scheduling your child’s physical is the best way to take a proactive approach to their health. During a physical, our pediatricians can monitor your child’s growth and development over the years. By staying up to date with your child’s physicals, you’ll be able to keep up with their vaccinations during their younger years and oversee any problematic health issues as they age. Our practice provides physicals for various reasons, whether it’s the start of a new school year or your child is prepping for an upcoming sports season. Call Delaware Pediatrics as soon as possible to schedule your child’s physical and beat the Summer Rush!

Physicals Offered at Delaware Pediatrics

Physicals

AN ANNUAL PHYSICAL WILL BE THE SAME FOR SCHOOL, CAMP, AND SPORTS.

During a physical, your child’s pediatrician can examine year-over-year changes and progress. The pediatrician will check your child’s vitals, joints, flexibility, and vision. The younger years are more heavily focused on developmental progress and vaccinations, while adolescents tend to focus more on psychological and physical changes. This exam for teens gives them a chance to ask any questions relating to adolescent issues such as drinking, smoking, drugs, sexual activity, and depression.

How Often Does My Child Need a Physical Exam?

  • For Infants (less than 1-year-old): We see all infants at 2 weeks, 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 9 months, and 1 year. Please refer to our Immunization Schedule for more information.
  • For Toddlers (1-3 years old): Your toddler needs a physical at 18 months, 2 years, 2 ½ years, and 3 years old. Please refer to our Immunization Schedule for more information.
  • For Preschool-Age Children (4-5 years old): All children need to have their 4/5-year-old vaccines before starting kindergarten. Most schools require the child’s first official physical exam before starting 1st grade.
  • For School Age Children (6-18 years old): After starting school, your child will need a yearly physical. Please refer to our Immunization Schedule for required and recommended vaccines.

Schedule Your Child’s Physical Today!

Whether it’s for school, sports, or camp, physical exams play a vital role in monitoring your child’s health, growth, and development. To schedule your child’s physical with one of our pediatricians, please call our office at (716) 884-0230.