Well-Child Visits

Well-child visits are the foundation of a healthy childhood and a need that no family should overlook. Trinidad Rojas, MD, and Tina E. Floy, MD, of Wellness Pediatrics, PC, in Fairfax, Virginia, strive to make these routine health visits as enjoyable and rewarding as possible for both parents and children. To book a visit, spend a few moments on the online scheduling page, or call the office. 

What are well-child visits?

Well-child visits, the next step after your little one’s newborn care visits, are a cornerstone of preventive health. These annual office visits are an opportunity for your child’s pediatrician to assess their condition and for you to receive guidance and support. 

Perhaps most importantly, coming in for routine well-child visits helps your child get to know and trust their practitioner. This can carry on into adulthood, improving the chances that your child will embrace routine preventive health as they progress. 

Researchers know that kids with access to high-quality well-child visits are better prepared to address illness and injuries if and when they arise. Another reason to schedule these essential annual visits is to know where to turn when the unexpected occurs.  

What happens during well-child visits?

The first few moments of the visit center on gathering information about how your child’s body is functioning. Vital signs and other brief assessments provide data that’s entered into their permanent medical record. 

A physical exam looks for developmental markers like strength, flexibility, and reflexes. If any concerns arise, your child’s pediatrician explains more in-depth screening options. 

Lab testing is part of well-child visits. These tests use a small sample of blood, urine, or other tissues to check for signs of disease or other health issues. Your child won’t need lab testing at every well-child visit. 

These office visits also offer the chance to ask any questions you might have. 

Wondering about how to make sure a picky eater gets enough nutrients? Concerned about sleep disruptions? Trying to decide the best way to empower pre-teens to choose healthy relationships? Your well-child visits are the right setting to explore these topics. 

What if my child needs a specialized physical exam?

From time to time, many kids need a specialized physical exam. These physicals are often required before a child begins school, starts playing organized sports, or heads off to summer camp. 

Each organization decides which aspects of routine health they want to focus on. Many provide specific physical exam paperwork that your child’s provider completes to ensure all areas are covered. 

You’ll receive the documentation needed to meet the specialized physical exam requirements. If you need to book a well-child visit, school physical, or sports physical, call or click to check availability.