Sick Child Visits

Same Day Sick Visits

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 that parents worry, hence we offer same-day sick visits to quickly start the treatment your child needs.


If you have questions about your child's health or you need to schedule an appointment, please call the office so we can talk about your child's symptoms and schedule a visit based on the child's health care needs. You can also use the online booking tool to make an appointment.

Sick Child Visits FAQs

Click below to view the answer to commonly asked questions.

  • When can I schedule a Sick Visit?

    If you’re ever in doubt about whether your child needs a sick visit, call our office. Our friendly staff will ask you 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 Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. by appointment. The last appointment of the day is at 4:20 p.m.

  • What happens during a Sick Visit?

    The goal of a sick 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 will include taking  vital signs, and examination and some laboratory tests if needed.  A sick visit examination includes checking your child’s ears, mouth, throat, neck, chest, heart, abdomen, and other body part based on your child's symptoms.

  • What children's conditions can be treated during a Sick Visit?

    Many types of acute illnesses that are severe and of sudden onset for example unresolved fever, cough, difficulty breasthing, abdominal pain, earaches, rashes and/or hives. Allergic reactions, eye redness and discharge or minor injuries resulting from a fall or accidents, skin cuts, broken bones, head trauma, etc. need same-day medical care. 


    Children’s symptoms can change quickly, so don’t hesitate to call if your child’s symptoms get worse.



  • 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 100.5ºF 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 of age.

    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.

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