A Typical Visit
Sample Itinerary
Your Executive Health Physical
Preparing for Your Visit
FAQs

A Typical Visit

On the morning of your visit you will meet with the Executive Health coordinator, who will review the agenda with you and escort you throughout your day. 

You will spend the rest of the day at various departments within University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.

After completing your itinerary, your coordinating physician will review all of the test results with you and may make recommendations for treatment or follow-up care. A written report will be mailed to you shortly after your visit. If you choose, a letter outlining these results can be sent to your local physician. 

Sample Itinerary

7:30 a.m.             Greeting/Overview
7:45 a.m.             Lab Tests
7:55 a.m.             Chest X-Ray
8:15 a.m.             Eye Exam and Breakfast
9:15 a.m.             Hearing Exam
9:45 a.m.             Vascular Screening
10:30a.m.            Extensive Physical and
                               Treadmill Test
Noon                   Optional Lunch

Your Executive Health Physical Will Include:

• Health history and risk assessment
• Comprehensive physical examination
• Cardiovascular studies
• Peripheral vascular screening to assess for blockages and aneurysms in blood vessels outside of the heart (carotid duplex, aortic ultrasound, ankle brachial index)
• Hearing exam
• Eye exam to screen vision and assess for glaucoma
• Chest X-ray to assess for abnormalities of the lungs
• Blood and urine tests
• Prostate exam for men to screen for prostate cancer
• Digital mammogram and Pap smear for women
• Nutritious snack and lunch

Optional Services:

• FFA Airman Medical Examination
• Dental services to consult for cosmetic dentistry, and/or dental exam and cleaning
• Physical therapy consult for fitness assessment, body fat analysis, sport-focused assessment (golf swing, running, biking) and exercise program for recreation or competition
• Massage
• Nutrition assessment with a registered dietician

Colonoscopy (for individuals over age 50): Colonoscopies are not available on the same day as your executive health physical, but we will work with you to schedule one at your convenience. Colonoscopies scheduled through the Executive Health Program are billed through your insurance. 

Preparing for Your Visit

When you come for your appointment, please bring:

• A list of your current medications and how much you are taking of each. (It may be helpful to bring the bottles with you.)
• Pertinent medical information and X-rays supplied by your local physician, if you have not already sent that information.
• Your health insurance card, in case additional tests or exams not included in the Executive Health program are needed.

Clothing for Your Visit: Because you will be participating in a treadmill test, please wear comfortable clothing and gym shoes.