Preventative Care & Well-Child Visits
Regular check-ups and preventative care are essential for your child's healthy growth and development. Our comprehensive well-child visits help ensure your child stays healthy at every stage.
Well Visit Schedule
At Olentangy Pediatrics, we follow the American Academy of Pediatrics recommendations for well-child visits. Here's when your child should come in for check-ups:
Newborn & Infant
- 3-5 days
- 1 month
- 2 months
- 4 months
- 6 months
- 9 months
Toddler
- 12 months
- 15 months
- 18 months
- 2 years
- 2.5 years
Preschool & Early Elementary
- 3 years
- 4 years
- 5 years
- 6 years
- 7 years
- 8 years
Later Elementary & Adolescent
- 9-10 years
- 11-14 years
- 15-17 years
- 18-21 years
- Annual visits starting from age 9 until 21 years old.
What to Expect at Your Visit
Our well-child visits are designed to provide comprehensive care for your child's physical, developmental, and preventive needs. Our goal at our pediatric clinic in Columbus Ohio is to provide the best care for your child.
- Complete head-to-toe physical examination
- Growth measurements (height, weight, head circumference)
- Vision and hearing screening
- Heart and lung assessment
- Reflexes and muscle tone evaluation
Preparing for Your Visit
Help us make the most of your child's well visit by following these preparation tips:
Before the Visit
- Write down any questions or concerns
- Bring your child's immunization records
- Complete required forms ahead of time
- Bring a list of current medications
- Pack comfort items for your child
During the Visit
- Arrive 15 minutes early
- Be prepared to provide medical history
- Ask questions about development
- Take notes of doctor's recommendations
- Discuss any concerns openly
After the Visit
- Schedule your next appointment
- Fill any prescribed medications
- Follow care instructions
- Monitor any concerns
- Contact us with questions
Ready to Schedule Your Child's Well Visit?
We're here to provide the best care for your child at our pediatric clinic in Columbus Ohio. Contact us today to schedule a visit or learn more about our services.
