Chapel Hill Pediatrics takes great pride in the care we offer adolescents.  Our physicians and staff strive to provide confidential and developmentally appropriate medical care to all ages which includes Early Adolescence (11-13), Middle Adolescence (13-17) and Late Adolescence (17-21).

• Annual physical exams
• Sports physicals--comprehensive
• Camp physicals
• College physicals

Our physical exams are composed of several elements:

• brief interview with adolescent and parent (if present)
• expanded interview and physical exam with adolescent only
• laboratory tests as indicated
• wrap up session with adolescent and parent

The interview focuses on home, school/education, activities, friendships, diet/nutrition, sexual development and mental health.

If concerns with specific academic, emotional, physical, and/or social issues are identified a follow-up appointment will be recommended to continue appropriate evaluation and management.

Below please find a list of adolescent health issues that our pediatricians are prepared to identify, evaluate, manage or refer as necessary.

• Endocrine Problems
• Abnormal Growth and Development
• Thyroid Disease
• Gynecomastia

• Cardiovascular Problems
• Hypertension
• Heart Murmurs

• Dermatologic Disorders
• Acne
• Other skin conditions

• Neurologic Disorders
• Headaches
• Syncope
• Vertigo
• Seizures

• Urologic Disorders
• Urinary Tract Infections
• Enuresis
• Evaluation of Hematuria and Proteinuria
• Scrotal Disorders

• Infectious Diseases
• Mononucleosis
• Hepatitis
• HIV Infections

• Orthopedic
• Scoliosis
• Back Pain
• Knee Pain
• Sports Medicine Guidance

• Other
• Fatigue
• Recurrent Abdominal Pain
• Chest Pain
• Sleep Problems

• Acute Minor Illnesses

• Acute Minor Injuries/Lacerations

• Ear Lobe Piercing

• Nutrition/Weight Issues
• Weight Gain
• Weight Loss
• Supplements and Weight Training
• Anorexia
• Bulimia

• Mental Health Screening
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Attention Deficit Disorder
• Eating Disorders
• Substance Use/Abuse

• School Problems
• Attention Deficit Disorder
• Learning Disability
• School Failure

• Adolescent Female Health Care
• Pelvic Examinations
• Sexually Transmitted Disease Screening and Treatment
• Pregnancy Testing
• Contraceptive Counseling
• Abnormal Periods
• Breast Disorders

• Adolescent Male Health Care
• Scrotal Disorders
• Sexually Transmitted Disease Screening and Treatment