Urgent Care & Family Medicine located in Davie, FL & Plantation, FL

If you drive or you’re planning to begin driving a commercial motor vehicle in the US, you need to become qualified via a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical exam. Get your DOT physical at UrgentMed, a convenient urgent care center with locations in both Davie and Plantation, Florida. UrgentMed provides the care you need at a low cost and a timely manner without compromising quality. Schedule your appointment today online or over the phone.

During a DOT physical, your medical examiner starts by asking you a series of questions related to:

• Your medical history
• Any medical conditions
• Your current medications

They also examine you for signs of potential lifestyle-related risks, including:

• Obesity
• Alcoholism

Your medical examiner then performs tests, including:

• Urine analysis for medical problems like diabetes
• The “whisper” hearing test
• A vision test
• A hernia test
• A blood test to check for conditions such as high blood pressure

Some companies also require your medical examiner to test your urine for the presence of drugs and/or alcohol.

To make sure the appointment is productive, bring a list of any medications you’re taking, including dosages, as well as any hearing aids and/or prescription eyewear.

Typically, if you pass your DOT physical, your results are valid for up to 24 months. Sometimes, your medical examiner issues a certificate that expires more quickly. This is the case when you have a medical issue that requires more frequent checkups, such as high blood pressure.

If you need a DOT physical, turn to UrgentMed, with locations in Davie and Plantation, Florida. The practice offers inexpensive services, world-class care, and access to attorneys. To learn more, schedule an appointment with UrgentMed online or over the phone.