Physicals 一 whether it’s for sports, school, or work 一 serve many purposes. One of the most important parts of a physical is the ability for Dr. Ines Munoz De Laborde and Dr. Sveltlana Burkhead to listen to your heart. During a physical exam, we can detect abnormalities (such as...
An immigration physical is a necessary part of immigrating to the United States. Because this physical is needed in order to become a green card holder (permanent resident), this physical is often called a green card medical exam. If you or a family member are awaiting an immigration physical, you...
Did you know that, in addition to urgent care services, we also offer physicals at Physicians Medical Urgent Care? Dr. Ines Munoz De Laborde and Dr. Sveltlana Burkhead offer a variety of physicals at our San Jose, California office, including school, camp, sports, immigration, and pre-employment physicals. In this article,...
When you’ve injured yourself and require a suture, it’s important to know what your options are. Depending on the size of the wound, location and severity, your doctor may recommend a wide array of suture options. At Physicians Medical Urgent Care, Dr. Ines Munoz De Laborde and Dr. Sveltlana Burkhead...
You find yourself suddenly ill. Is it a good idea to go to urgent care or the ER? Urgent care offers a variety of benefits to those who need quick and convenient care. Most urgent care centers are equipped to help you with non-life threatening conditions like strep throat, UTIs,...
An immigration physical is a necessary step in the process if you choose to immigrate to the United States. Also known as a green card medical, immigration physicals ensure public safety removes the grounds for inadmissibility for entering immigrants. At Physicians Medical Urgent Care, Dr. Ines Munoz De Laborde and...
You’ve probably heard the saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” It’s true that eating well and taking care of yourself can lead to fewer health conditions, and so can a yearly physical. A yearly physical is recommended for babies, children, and adults. It’s important to get a...
We’ve all been there before. Having a persistent sore throat is both uncomfortable and a bit of a question mark. So what’s causing your sore throat and why won’t it go away? A persistent sore throat is categorized as a sore throat that recurs multiple times (chronic). It may be...
Vaccines are the ultimate protector. Vaccines stimulate your immune system to produce antibodies and protect your body against harmful, sometimes deadly, diseases. As we age, it’s important to stay up-to-date with your vaccine schedule and ensure you are receiving vaccines according to your age, health, and need. At Physicians Medical...
What is urgent care? Urgent care centers are exactly as the name implies: a place to receive urgent care for medical conditions that aren’t life threatening.Many do not require appointments, which allows for quick and convenient access when you need it most. A lesser-known fact: every year in the United...
The statistics surrounding sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in the United States are nothing short of eye-opening. To start, one in two people will contract an STD by age 25, and there are 20 million new diagnoses of STDs each year in the US. At Physicians Medical Urgent Care, our team...
A sore throat can leave you feeling run down, hoarse, and unable to eat or speak normally. Luckily, most sore throats are caused by viruses and go away on their own. On the other hand, strep throat is caused by bacteria and requires antibiotic treatment. At Physicians Medical Urgent Care...
Urinary tract infections are very common and can usually be treated at home if diagnosed early. However, if left untreated, UTIs can cause serious complications such as fever, chills, and kidney problems. Here at Physicians Medical Urgent Care in San Jose, California, Dr. Sveltlana Burkhead and Dr. Ines Munoz De...
One simple way to protect your health is to see your primary care provider for an annual physical. That’s because preventing an illness is far better than treating one! Over 130 million Americans live with some form of chronic disease, yet only about half get the care they need. An...