The Alegent Health Podcast #14 - Annual Check-up

Do you avoid a trip to the doctor’s office at all costs – even when you get sick? You’re not alone. Experts say as many as 20-percent of us suffer from what’s called the “white coat syndrome”—a fear of going to the doctor. But playing into this fear could be hazardous to your health. In this Alegent Health Podcast, Family Practice Physician Dr. Jeffry Jacobs describes what you can expect during a typical doctor’s visit and why scheduling these regular well checks now can prevent serious health problems down the road.