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 parents’ worry and 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 a sick visit, you can call the office so they can talk about your child’s symptoms and schedule a visit based on their health needs. You can also use the online booking tool to make an appointment.


When your child is sick, contact 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.

Boy having his ears checked by a pediatrician

Sick Child Visits FAQs

Click below to view the answer to commonly asked questions.

  • 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?

    Ill visits treat many types of injuries and illnesses that need same-day or next-day medical care.  If you are unsure if you need advice, an appointment at our office, or to be seen at an urgent care or emergency department, please call our office and our triage nurses will assist you.  In case of emergency, please call 911.  For poison control, please call 1-800-222-1222.


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


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

    Our office is able to test for certain infections like strep throat, influenza, COVID-19, RSV bronchiolitis, mononucleosis, or urinary tract infections.

  • When Can I Schedule a Sick 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.  Certain sick visits can be Self-Scheduled at any time.

  • 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.
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