FORT LEE, Va. (Aug. 10, 2017) -- Parents are reminded that now is the time to bring their children's immunization records and physical exams up-to-date for the upcoming school year. The Pediatric Department staff within Kenner Army Health Clinic stress, "Do not wait until the last minute. Make an appointment early."
Wilkerson Pediatric Clinic has scheduled hours to provide back-to-school physicals. From Aug. 15 -- Sept. 15, additional appointments will be available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4-5:30 p.m. Call (804) 734-9125 for more information.
Who needs to come in?
Military dependents who are going through kindergarten registration need immunization and physical exam records completed. Older children enrolling in Virginia schools for the first time also need an exam. Exams for children already in the Virginia schools are not required and need not be scheduled unless they need sports physicals dated after May 1.
How do I get an appointment?
Parents should call the KAHC appointment line at 866-LEE-KAHC (866-533-5242) to schedule an appointment. If they have questions or concerns, parents may call the Pediatric Clinic at (804) 734-9125 during normal business hours, and the call will be directed to the appropriate area.
Why schedule and come in so early?
The sooner one comes in, the less time will have to spent waiting, and waiting is risky. Children may not be allowed in school without up-to-date physicals and immunizations.
Are there any restrictions?
Yes, if parents have more than one child being seen, report early enough for all children to be screened before the first appointment time. If multiple appointments are made with different providers, remember that both parents will need to attend unless there is more than an hour between the appointment times. If you are bringing more than two children, bring another adult to help supervise the additional children. Exam rooms do not support more than two children with the parent and a provider. These appointments are only for school physicals and sports physicals. All physicals are by appointment only.
What should parents bring for the child's physical?
Parents should bring all immunization records, any medical record they have (parents do not need to pick up records housed in the Kenner Medical Records Department) and eyeglasses, if worn by the child.
Is it true that lab work needs to be done prior to the appointment?
No. KAHC has experienced some parents reporting they were instructed to come in for lab work or other testing prior to the actual physical appointment date. Others have stated their instructions from one of the local school districts tell them the physical is to be done in August. Both these statements are false. August is an extremely busy month. Make appointments today.
Kenner wants to provide the best possible care for Soldiers and their families. Children are given physicals and immunizations to identify special needs and prevent illness. Parents are urged to schedule appointments now to ensure children can start school on time.
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