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School Physicals in DuPage County: Preparing for a Healthy School Year

Is your child ready for the new school year? Sayf Primary Care offers comprehensive school physicals for students across DuPage County at our clinic in Oakbrook Terrace.

Dr. Yasser Said
June 27, 2025
2 min read
School Physicals in DuPage County: Preparing for a Healthy School Year

As summer gets into full swing, families across DuPage County begin to prepare for the next school year. On that back-to-school checklist, right alongside backpacks and school supplies, should be a school physical. This annual exam is a crucial step in ensuring your child is healthy, safe, and ready to learn and play. Sayf Primary Care provides thorough school and sports physicals for students from Oak Brook, Westmont, Hinsdale, and beyond.

Why Are School Physicals So Important?

A school physical, also known as a pre-participation physical exam (PPE), is more than just a requirement for school enrollment or sports participation. It's a vital preventive care visit that:

  1. Ensures Up-to-Date Immunizations: We will review your child's vaccination record and administer any required shots to protect them and their classmates from preventable diseases.
  2. Assesses Overall Health and Development: We track your child's growth and development, discuss their nutrition and sleep habits, and address any concerns you or your child may have.
  3. Identifies Potential Health Issues: The exam can uncover underlying conditions, such as asthma, vision or hearing problems, or heart murmurs, that could interfere with learning or sports.
  4. Promotes a Healthy Lifestyle: It's a great opportunity to talk to children and teens about making healthy choices regarding diet, exercise, and avoiding risky behaviors.
  5. Clears for Safe Sports Participation: For student-athletes, we assess their cardiovascular health, strength, and flexibility to ensure they can safely participate in their chosen sport, helping to prevent injuries.

What to Expect During a School Physical

Your child's school physical at our Oakbrook Terrace office will be comprehensive. We will:

  • Review their complete medical history
  • Check their vital signs, vision, and hearing
  • Perform a thorough physical examination
  • Discuss their overall well-being
  • Complete all necessary school or sports forms

Schedule Your Appointment Early!

The summer months are the busiest time for school physicals. We recommend scheduling your child's appointment early to avoid the back-to-school rush. This also gives us ample time to address any issues that may be discovered during the exam.

Sayf Primary Care is dedicated to the health of the youngest members of our DuPage County community. We provide a comfortable and friendly environment to make the experience positive for both parents and children.

Check one more thing off your back-to-school list. Schedule your child's school physical at Sayf Primary Care today.

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