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School Physicals in Corpus Christi with Dr. Krishnan (MD)

Parents looking for a school physical in Corpus Christi can schedule an appointment with Dr. Balasundari Krishnan, a board-certified pediatrician who provides school physicals for children and adolescents.

Beyond completing required school health documentation, the visit can be used to evaluate your child’s overall health, growth and development, preventive healthcare needs, immunization history, and concerns that may deserve additional attention.

Book an appointment online or call (361) 462-4159 to contact our Corpus Christi location.

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Address:📍 5734 Spohn Dr., Suite 110, Corpus Christi, TX 78414 Click here to get directions
Dr. Krishnan accepts Medicaid and many major insurance plans. Not sure if your plan is accepted? Call (361) 462-4159 and our team can help verify coverage.
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Why Choose Dr. Krishnan for School Physicals in Corpus Christi?

Dr. Krishnan’s experience in preventive care, growth and development monitoring, developmental screenings, immunizations, behavioral health, and adolescent healthcare allows her to approach the school physical as a pediatric health visit rather than simply paperwork appointment.
  • Board-Certified Pediatrician: Dr. Balasundari Krishnan is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and completed her pediatric residency at Driscoll Children’s Hospital.
  • Pediatric Care From Birth to Age 18: Comprehensive healthcare for newborns, infants, toddlers, children, and teenagers.
  • Comprehensive Pediatric Services: From routine checkups and vaccinations to sick visits, developmental screenings, and ongoing health concerns.
  • Accepting New Patients: Families in Corpus Christi can establish care with Dr. Krishnan for their children’s healthcare needs.
  • Continuity of Care: Build a long-term relationship with a pediatrician who can monitor your child’s health and development throughout childhood and adolescence.
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What Does a School Physical in Corpus Christi Include?

A school physical at DFWPMA Corpus Christi includes a review of your child’s medical history, a physical examination, and age-appropriate health assessments to evaluate their overall health and readiness for school.

During a school physical, Dr. Balasundari Krishnan may perform the following evaluations based on your child’s age, medical history, and school requirements:

  • Height & Weight Measurements: Measuring your child’s height, weight, and growth patterns to assess physical development.
  • Vital Signs: Checking blood pressure, heart rate, and other age-appropriate vital signs.
  • Vision Screening: Checking eyesight to identify potential vision problems that could affect classroom learning.
  • Hearing Screening: Assessing hearing when recommended based on age, symptoms, or school requirements.
  • Heart & Lung Examination: Listening to your child’s heart and breathing to identify possible cardiovascular or respiratory concerns.
  • General Physical Examination: Examining the eyes, ears, nose, throat, abdomen, skin, and other areas as medically appropriate.
  • Muscle, Bone & Joint Assessment: Evaluating posture, movement, flexibility, and musculoskeletal health when appropriate.
  • Medical History Review: Reviewing previous illnesses, chronic conditions, medications, allergies, and relevant family medical history.
  • Immunization Record Review: Checking vaccination records and identifying immunizations that may be needed to meet Texas school requirements.
  • School Physical Forms: Reviewing and completing applicable school health forms based on examination findings and school requirements.

Why Is a Pediatric School Physical Important?

Children can change considerably from one school year to the next. Growth, development, sleep, nutrition, behavior, attention, physical activity, and healthcare needs can all evolve as a child moves from early childhood through adolescence.

A pediatric school physical creates a dedicated opportunity to review those changes with a pediatrician. It can also help parents stay on top of preventive care rather than waiting until their child becomes sick or a health concern begins interfering with school or everyday activities.

Continuity means future visits do not necessarily have to start from scratch. Your child’s medical history, previous concerns, growth, development, preventive care, and changing healthcare needs can be followed over time.

Other Pediatric Services Beyond School Physicals at DFWPMA Corpus Christi

Beyond school physicals, Dr. Balasundari Krishnan provides comprehensive pediatric care for children from birth through age 18. Families can access preventive healthcare, treatment for childhood illnesses, and ongoing support for their children’s growth and development.

Additional pediatric services include:

  • Well-Child Visits: Routine checkups to monitor health, growth, and development.
  • Pediatric Sick Visits: Evaluation and treatment of common childhood illnesses and symptoms.
  • Pediatric Immunizations: Age-appropriate childhood and adolescent vaccinations.
  • Growth & Development Monitoring: Tracking physical growth and developmental milestones.
  • Behavioral & Developmental Care: Evaluation and management of behavioral, attention, and developmental concerns.
  • Adolescent Healthcare: Preventive care and health assessments for preteens and teenagers.
  • School & Sports Physicals: Physical examinations for future school years, sports participation, and other activities.

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