2023 Summer Sports Physical Clinics
Please see the below message from Meeker Family Health Clinic regarding Summer Sports Physical Clinics on July 27th and August 1st:
We are pleased to inform you that we'll be offering free sports physicals for the 2023-2024 school year. A common misconception is that the sports physical is a thorough examination of the athlete when in reality, it is a basic screening and clearance for participation. For the safety of our athletes, there will be stipulations for those who can participate in the free sports physicals. A scheduled Well Child Check will be required if:
· The athlete has any known heart or lung diseases or concerning family history of heart disease.
· The athlete takes prescription medications for high blood pressure, asthma, etc.
· The athlete requires a form to be completed to take prescription medications while in school.
· The athlete will require a vaccine exemption form for the 2023-2024 school year.
The sports physical will be addressed during the scheduled Well Child Check. Students who have had a Well Child Check within the past 3 months will not be required to have a second Well Child Check for their sports physical.
We realize that students and their families may have questions about this new sport's physical process. While we are still finalizing the program's changes, we are sharing our future plans to ensure that everyone is informed and on the same page as we move forward.
1. The free sports physicals are intended for Rio Blanco County residents only.
2. Athletes are asked to wait outside until 5 minutes prior to their appointment time.
3. Please bring glasses or contacts if necessary for the vision exam
Please call the clinic with any questions / for scheduling information.