If you’re striving to become an American citizen, or if you’re in the process of seeking permanent resident status, an immigration physical is one of many requirements you need to take care of. At Christos Doctors Inn Walk In Health Care, we offer a range of health services, including comprehensive immigration physicals.
We’d be happy to play a small part in your journey by performing this health assessment and ensuring that you have the proper documentation so you can check this task off of your to-do list. If you live in or near Lauderhill and Lauderdale Lakes, Florida, Dr. Christopher Smith and our team are here to help.
The US government requires an immigration physical as part of the process of granting citizenship or residency status to individuals from other nations. The purpose of these exams is to ensure that those who seek to live in the United States will not pose a health risk to American citizens.
There are several health issues that can prevent someone from moving forward in the process. These include drug abuse or addiction, certain mental health conditions, communicable diseases, and an incomplete vaccination record.
In many ways, an immigration physical is similar to a routine annual physical exam. Your practitioner asks questions about your personal health history. You share the details of any previous health issues you’ve encountered, including mental health challenges, and your provider may ask follow-up questions about your treatment history.
A brief physical exam is also part of the process. Expect routine checks of your:
Dr. Smith may order a chest X-ray or blood testing. He needs to review your vaccination records, so be sure to bring them in with you on the day of your visit. You can often get these records from your previous health providers.
If your exam reveals a current health condition or a gap in your immunization history, the team at Christos Doctors Inn Walk In Health Care can help you move forward in your immigration process. There are a number of ways to treat common health issues that might be preventing you from passing your immigration physical.
Don’t assume that you have to be in perfect physical condition to pass the immigration physical. The primary purpose of the exam is to look for very specific health issues that might create a barrier to citizenship or residency.
If you’re missing one or more vaccines, we can administer them during your visit or in a subsequent office visit.
If your exam detects other health concerns, you can always explore treatment options with our team. We’d love to help you with your immigration physical, and we hope you’ll be so happy with the care you receive during your visit that you’ll also consider making us your family medicine provider of choice.
When you’re ready to take care of your immigration physical, contact Christos Doctors Inn Walk In Health Care to find a time that fits your schedule. Our practice also offers the convenience of walk-in visits.
