Sick Child Visits

Sick Child Visits

Same Day Appointments


When your child is sick, it’s important to have prompt medical attention that helps them feel better and gets them on the road to healing. We understand parents’ worry and offers same-day sick visits to quickly start the treatment your child needs.


 We allow ample time in our schedule for same-day sick appointments so please contact us first, before heading to Urgent Care or the Emergency Department. 

** If You Leave Us A Message Over Night, Our Staff Will Contact You First Thing In The Morning To Give You Early Access To All Available Appointments. Our Phones Turn On At 730AM For Appointments.**


Also in order to reduce that anxiety, we provide resources, information and access so that you can feel confident in making appropriate decisions. Please use the symptom checker in this website and patient education material that we have provided, or call us if you cannot find the information you need.


All efforts will be made to accommodate ill children within the SAME DAY.  

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Find answers to commonly asked questions on sick child visits.

Sick Child Visits FAQs

  • When can I schedule a sick child visit?

    If you’re ever in doubt about whether your child needs a sick visit, call our office. The friendly staff asks a few questions to determine the severity of your child’s symptoms, and then help you decide if you need to come into the office.


    You can schedule same-day sick visits any time the office is open, which includes every weekday, and Saturday morning hours by appointment.

  • What happens during a sick child visit?

    The goal of a sick child visit is to quickly diagnose the problem and start treatment that will help your child feel more comfortable. In addition to reviewing your child’s symptoms and medical history, a sick visit may include blood tests, a urine test, and a physical exam that includes checking your child’s heart, neck, throat, and ears.


  • What children’s conditions can a sick visit treat?

    Sick visits treat many types of injuries and illnesses that need same-day or next-day medical care. Children’s symptoms can change quickly, so don’t hesitate to call if your child’s symptoms get worse.


    The following are some of the most common conditions treated during sick visits:

     

    • Flu Upper respiratory infections
    • Earaches Headaches
    • Sore throat or strep throat
    • Congestion
    • Coughs
    • Abdominal pain
    • Asthma
    • Rashes or hives
    • Allergic reactions
    • Eye discharge or infection
    • Vomiting and/or diarrhea

    We also treats minor injuries like cuts.


  • When does my child need immediate medical care?

    While all the conditions often treated during a sick visit have the potential to need immediate care, some symptoms are red flags that your child needs quick medical attention.


    Call us immediately for the following symptoms:

     

    • Fever of 100.4ºF or higher in children younger than one-year-old
    • Fever that lasts longer than three days
    • Unusual symptoms lasting more than three days
    • Persistent pain
    • Widespread rash Fever of 102ºF or higher plus other symptoms in children over one-year-old

    Other symptoms that may appear with a fever that signal a potentially serious problem include a rash, stiff neck, vomiting, and headache.


    When your child is sick, call the office as early in the day as possible so they can schedule a same-day visit if necessary.


    If you have questions about your child’s symptoms or you need to schedule a sick visit, call our office or book an appointment online.