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Beat the Summer Rush: Scheduling Student Physicals at Riverside Primary Care
In this episode of Kankakee Valley Community Happenings, host Denny Case talks with Dr. Harpreet Virk, a primary care provider at Riverside Primary Care in Manteno, Illinois. They discuss why June is the ideal time for families to schedule mandatory school and sports physicals ahead of the upcoming school year. Dr. Virk explains how booking early helps families avoid the late summer rush, ensures all required paperwork is completed on time, and allows health providers to address any emerging medical concerns before classes and athletic programs begin.
The conversation highlights what a typical sports physical covers and how these visits function as comprehensive annual health check-ins. Dr. Virk shares insight into tracking adolescent growth, managing vaccine schedules, and addressing lifestyle habits like sleep, nutrition, and screen time.
Key Topics Covered
- Avoiding the Late Summer Rush: Why scheduling appointments in June prevents the stress of the busy July and August booking period.
- What a Sports Physical Entails: Reviewing medical history, heart and lung health, previous injuries, and assessing symptoms like chest pain or shortness of breath during exercise.
- Comprehensive Annual Check-ins: Using the visit to discuss adolescent mental health, screen time, nutrition, and vaccination updates.
- A Safe Space for Teens: Providing a confidential environment for teenagers to discuss health concerns they might not otherwise share with parents.
Contact Information
Riverside Primary Care is located at 395 North Locust Street, Manteno, IL 60950, right on Route 50. Dr. Harpreet Virk is currently accepting new patients and whole families. To schedule an appointment, call the office at 815-468-6870.
Get more from the WVLI Podcast Network! Listen to the WVLI News Update with Rob West every weekday morning. Get the days local news from the greater Kankakee County, IL area in 10 minutes or less.
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By Milner MediaIn this episode of Kankakee Valley Community Happenings, host Denny Case talks with Dr. Harpreet Virk, a primary care provider at Riverside Primary Care in Manteno, Illinois. They discuss why June is the ideal time for families to schedule mandatory school and sports physicals ahead of the upcoming school year. Dr. Virk explains how booking early helps families avoid the late summer rush, ensures all required paperwork is completed on time, and allows health providers to address any emerging medical concerns before classes and athletic programs begin.
The conversation highlights what a typical sports physical covers and how these visits function as comprehensive annual health check-ins. Dr. Virk shares insight into tracking adolescent growth, managing vaccine schedules, and addressing lifestyle habits like sleep, nutrition, and screen time.
Key Topics Covered
- Avoiding the Late Summer Rush: Why scheduling appointments in June prevents the stress of the busy July and August booking period.
- What a Sports Physical Entails: Reviewing medical history, heart and lung health, previous injuries, and assessing symptoms like chest pain or shortness of breath during exercise.
- Comprehensive Annual Check-ins: Using the visit to discuss adolescent mental health, screen time, nutrition, and vaccination updates.
- A Safe Space for Teens: Providing a confidential environment for teenagers to discuss health concerns they might not otherwise share with parents.
Contact Information
Riverside Primary Care is located at 395 North Locust Street, Manteno, IL 60950, right on Route 50. Dr. Harpreet Virk is currently accepting new patients and whole families. To schedule an appointment, call the office at 815-468-6870.
Get more from the WVLI Podcast Network! Listen to the WVLI News Update with Rob West every weekday morning. Get the days local news from the greater Kankakee County, IL area in 10 minutes or less.
Subscribe now on your preferred podcast platform: https://wvlinewsupdate.buzzsprout.com
The Voices You Trust, Beyond The Dial.