Walk-In Camp Physicals in Tampa, FL
Many generations of children have spent carefree summers at camp. In addition to having a good time and making new friends, kids can become immersed in nature and also try activities that might be new to them, such as swimming, kayaking, hiking, horseback riding, archery, and other sports. Perhaps most importantly, camp provides a unique setting in which young people can find valuable opportunities to develop important intellectual skills, such as tolerance, accountability, and assertiveness, which they will use throughout their life.
If you would like to send your child to summer camp, keep in mind that he or she may need to receive an “all clear” from a medical provider before signing up. A specialized type of physical examination, a camp physical is intended to screen would-be campers for health-related conditions that could put them at risk during typical camp activities. And even if it is not mandated, a camp physical is a great way to take stock of your child’s overall health status and learn about potential issues early on, so they can be taken care of before they become problems.
At South Tampa Immediate Care, we perform camp physicals on a walk-in basis at our after-hours urgent care center in Tampa, Florida. You can entrust your child’s health to our outstanding medical team with confidence. We will deliver the same type of health assessment and tips that you would expect to receive from your pediatrician or primary care physician—but you won’t have to wait several days for an appointment.
What Does a Camp Physical Involve?
When you visit South Tampa Immediate Care for your child’s camp physical, be sure to bring any camp-required forms along with your child’s current medication list, vaccination record, and eyeglasses or contact lenses. One of our experienced and kid-friendly providers can help make sure that your child is “camp ready” by performing:
- A medical history, medication, and immunization review
- Basic hearing and vision screenings
- A vital-sign check, including blood pressure, pulse, and body temperature
When finalizing the necessary paperwork, your provider will note any issues that could affect your child’s safety or health while at camp. For example, if your child recently sustained a sprain, strain or fracture, he or she may need to sit out certain camp activities to minimize the risk of re-injury. Or, if your child has a known allergy or asthma, he or she may need to carry an epinephrine auto-injector or inhaler at all times.
In addition to camp physicals, the experienced team at South Tampa Immediate Care in Tampa, FL, performs general wellness, sports, school, college entrance, pre-employment, and DOT physicals, as well as a full slate of non-emergency healthcare services. And regardless of the reason for your visit, no appointment is ever necessary, although you have the option to make a reservation online before you come in.
