Sports Physicals, School Physicals & Walk-In Care for the Whole Family
As summer winds down, families across Alabama are preparing for another school year. From buying school supplies and meeting new teachers to attending orientations and sports practices, there’s a lot to check off the list before the first day of school.
One thing you shouldn’t have to worry about is your family’s healthcare.
Whether your child needs a $10 sports physical, a school physical, an $89 DOT physical for school bus drivers, or treatment for a back-to-school illness, Stopwatch Urgent Care is here with convenient walk-in medical care to help your family stay healthy all school year long.
The weeks leading up to the school year are one of the busiest times for healthcare visits. Students often need physicals before classes or sports begin, while the return to classrooms also marks the start of colds, flu, strep throat, pink eye, stomach viruses, and other contagious illnesses. Planning ahead can help your family avoid unnecessary stress and keep students healthy from the first day of school through the entire academic year.
Back-to-School Health Checklist
Before the school year begins, make sure you’ve checked these important health items off your family’s list:
- Complete any required school physicals.
- Schedule your student’s sports physical before practices begin.
- Refill any daily prescription medications.
- Update emergency contact information with your child’s school.
- Pack tissues and hand sanitizer in backpacks.
- Encourage frequent handwashing and healthy habits.
- Establish a consistent sleep schedule before school starts.
- Know where to go for fast walk-in medical care if your child gets sick.
$10 Sports Physicals—Available Year-Round
If you’re searching for sports physicals near me, walk-in sports physicals, or an affordable sports physical in Alabama, Stopwatch Urgent Care has you covered.
We proudly offer $10 sports physicals year-round for student-athletes of all ages. Whether your child is preparing for football, soccer, volleyball, cheerleading, basketball, baseball, softball, track, or another school or recreational sport, our experienced providers can help ensure they’re ready for the season ahead.
A sports physical helps identify potential health concerns before participation in athletics and typically includes:
- Review of medical history
- Height, weight, and vital signs
- Vision screening
- Heart and lung evaluation
- Joint, muscle, and flexibility assessment
- Review of previous injuries or medical conditions
Our $10 sports physicals are available all year, so there’s no need to wait until the back-to-school rush. Whenever your student needs a sports physical, Stopwatch Urgent Care offers a convenient, affordable solution with walk-in availability.
School Physicals for Students
Many schools require students to complete a physical before starting school or enrolling for the first time.
Stopwatch Urgent Care offers school physicals to help families complete these important requirements quickly and conveniently.
Please note: Stopwatch Urgent Care does not perform kindergarten physicals. Children entering kindergarten should schedule their required physical with their pediatrician or primary care provider.
$89 DOT Physicals for School Bus Drivers
The school year doesn’t just mean students are getting ready—it also means school bus drivers are preparing to safely transport children to and from school every day.
Stopwatch Urgent Care proudly offers $89 DOT physicals for commercial drivers, including school bus drivers who need a valid Department of Transportation medical exam to meet certification requirements.
Our certified medical examiners provide thorough DOT physicals in a convenient setting to help drivers stay compliant and get back on the road quickly.
Whether you’re renewing your medical certificate or completing your first DOT physical, Stopwatch Urgent Care offers:
- $89 DOT physicals
- Certified DOT medical examiners
- Convenient walk-in availability
- Multiple locations throughout Alabama
Stopwatch Urgent Care is here to help.
Back-to-School Means Back-to-Germs
The return to school also means the return of seasonal illnesses.
As students spend time together in classrooms, cafeterias, school buses, playgrounds, and sports practices, viruses and bacteria spread quickly. It’s common for children to experience illnesses during the first few weeks of school as everyone returns to close contact.
When your child wakes up sick, Stopwatch Urgent Care is here to provide fast, convenient care so they can start feeling better as soon as possible.
Our providers commonly treat:
- Cold and flu symptoms
- Fever
- Sore throat and strep throat
- Ear infections
- Pink eye (conjunctivitis)
- Sinus infections
- Cough and congestion
- COVID-19 symptoms
- Nausea, vomiting, and stomach viruses
- Allergies
- Minor rashes and skin conditions
- Insect bites and stings
- Minor cuts and burns
- Sprains, strains, and other minor sports injuries
If your child needs a school excuse after their visit, our providers can provide one when medically appropriate.
Convenient Walk-In Medical Care for Busy Families
Kids don’t always get sick during business hours, and finding a same-day appointment with your primary care provider isn’t always possible.
That’s why Stopwatch Urgent Care offers convenient walk-in medical care for patients of all ages.
With online check-in, experienced medical providers, and convenient locations throughout Alabama, we’re here to help your family get the care they need—without the long wait.
Whether it’s the first week of school or the middle of flu season, you can count on Stopwatch Urgent Care when unexpected illnesses and minor injuries happen.
Why Families Choose Stopwatch Urgent Care
Families throughout Alabama trust Stopwatch Urgent Care because we make healthcare convenient, affordable, and accessible.
We offer:
- $10 sports physicals year-round
- $89 DOT physicals
- School physicals (excluding kindergarten physicals)
- Walk-in medical care
- Online check-in to save time
- Care for patients of all ages
- Treatment for common illnesses and minor injuries
- Experienced medical providers
- Multiple convenient locations throughout Alabama
- Most major insurance plans accepted
Our goal is simple: help students stay healthy, keep school staff safely on the road, minimize missed school days, and keep families moving.
Start the School Year Healthy
From the first football practice to the last day of school, Stopwatch Urgent Care is here to help keep your family healthy.
Whether you’re checking sports physicals off your back-to-school list, completing required school forms, renewing your $89 DOT physical before driving a school bus, or your child comes home with the first sore throat of the school year, our experienced providers are ready to help.
Walk into your nearest Stopwatch Urgent Care location or check in online today for fast, convenient medical care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Stopwatch Urgent Care offer sports physicals?
Yes! Stopwatch Urgent Care offers $10 sports physicals year-round. Walk-ins are welcome, and no appointment is necessary.
Does Stopwatch Urgent Care provide school physicals?
Yes. Stopwatch Urgent Care provides school physicals for students. However, we do not perform kindergarten physicals.
Does Stopwatch Urgent Care perform DOT physicals?
Yes. Stopwatch Urgent Care offers $89 DOT physicals performed by certified medical examiners. These are ideal for commercial drivers, including school bus drivers who need to maintain their DOT medical certification.
Can I walk in if my child gets sick?
Absolutely. Stopwatch Urgent Care provides walk-in medical care for patients of all ages, making it easy to receive same-day treatment for many common illnesses and minor injuries.
What illnesses does Stopwatch Urgent Care treat?
Our providers commonly treat colds, flu, sore throats, strep throat, ear infections, pink eye, fever, sinus infections, stomach viruses, allergies, rashes, minor burns, cuts, sprains, strains, and many other non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries.
Does Stopwatch Urgent Care treat children?
Yes. Stopwatch Urgent Care provides walk-in medical care for patients of all ages, from children to adults.
Do I need an appointment?
No appointment is necessary. Walk-ins are always welcome, and you can also check in online to help save time before your visit.