The packet is four pages long and includes three forms: a two-page medical history form, the physical examination form and the medical eligibility form. The student and their guardian should fill ...

As far back as the 1970s, doctors have pondered whether one day, as medical technology barrels ahead, the patient history and physical examination (H&P) would eventually become obsolete.

It can also be a preventive step. Your doctor will use a physical exam to see how your body is performing. Depending on your personal health history, your doctor may choose to focus on certain areas.