Annual Wellness Exam

Annual Wellness Exam services offered in San Diego, CA

Annual wellness exams play a vital role in supporting long-term health, especially for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, and the unique changes that arise between ages 35 and 65. Angelique E Richardson MD PhD | The Center for Phenomenal Health & Wellness Inc. provides highly personalized, concierge-style appointments designed to help patients feel supported, informed, and empowered at every stage. Care is thoughtfully tailored for a wide range of health needs, including breast cancer survivors, women at high risk for breast cancer, and those who prefer non-hormonal or oncology-informed approaches to symptom management. To schedule an appointment, call the office in San Diego, California, or request an appointment online today.

Annual Wellness Exam Q & A

What is an annual wellness exam?

An annual wellness exam is a preventive health visit designed to assess a woman’s overall well-being, identify early signs of health changes, and create an individualized plan to support long-term wellness. For women in midlife, this exam takes on even greater importance as hormonal transitions can influence nearly every part of the body—including metabolism, sleep, cognition, bone density, and sexual health.

Dr. Richardson provides a deeply personalized annual exam, ensuring each patient receives care that reflects their symptoms, goals, and medical history. Whether navigating perimenopause, managing menopause without hormones, or addressing health needs as a breast cancer survivor, annual visits create a reliable foundation for proactive, holistic care.

What happens at an annual wellness exam?

During an annual wellness exam, Dr. Richardson conducts a thorough review of your health, including vital signs, lifestyle factors, menstrual and menopausal changes, medical history, and current symptoms. She also dedicates time to discussing concerns such as hot flashes, sleep disturbances, brain fog, mood changes, changes in weight or metabolism, sexual discomfort, or pelvic health symptoms.

Depending on your needs, the exam may also include preventive screenings, breast and pelvic exams, and a review of any oncology-related considerations.

Dr. Richardson offers evidence-based guidance on both hormonal and non-hormonal treatment options, metabolic and cardiovascular risk factors, bone health monitoring, and cognitive support strategies. For women with a history of breast cancer or those at elevated risk, the visit includes oncology-informed counseling to ensure all recommendations align with current safety guidelines. Each exam concludes with a personalized care plan designed to support both your immediate well-being and long-term health.

Why is it important to have an annual wellness exam?

Annual wellness exams provide essential insight into how a woman’s health evolves through midlife. Hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause can influence everything from metabolism and weight to mood, cognition, sleep patterns, and sexual function. Regular exams help identify changes early, allowing for timely and effective treatment options.

For breast cancer survivors and those at high risk, annual visits are especially important for monitoring bone density, cardiovascular health, and treatment-related menopausal symptoms. Busy professionals and moms also benefit from a dedicated space to discuss symptoms, optimize their wellness, and receive concierge-style support that fits their lives.

By maintaining a yearly preventive visit, patients gain clarity, confidence, and a personalized roadmap for navigating midlife with strength and vitality.

To schedule your next annual wellness exam at Angelique E Richardson MD PhD | The Center for Phenomenal Health & Wellness Inc., call the office or request an appointment online today.