Why Your Annual Physical Is the Best Way to Start the New Year
Jason Sellers, MD
The new year is a perfect time to reset your health goals – and the best first step is scheduling your annual physical.
Even if you feel healthy, your yearly checkup helps you and your care team spot early signs of potential issues, track your progress, and set priorities for the year ahead.
Here’s what makes your annual physical so valuable:
Preventive care saves time and stress. Many health issues develop quietly. Routine exams can catch concerns early, when they’re easiest to address.
It’s your chance to ask questions. Whether you’re wondering about new symptoms, medications, or lifestyle changes, your visit is time dedicated to you.
You get a baseline for your health. Tracking your vitals, labs, and screenings year over year gives you a clear picture of how your health is evolving.
It helps guide your next steps. From nutrition to mental health, your provider can help set realistic, personalized goals for 2026.
If you haven’t had your annual physical yet, now’s the time to schedule it – before the year gets busy.
Your Radish care team is here to make it easy. You can book your appointment right from the app and start the year knowing your health is on track.
