Kids are active players, so bumps, bruises, and other injuries are frequent occurrences. While not all injuries require immediate attention, some require timely medical intervention. If the injury is a severe sprain, strain, fracture, or cut, same-day care may be necessary to prevent future complications.
Same-Day Urgent Care
At Rigby Pediatrics, we know that time is of the essence when it comes to your child’s health. Because of this, we offer same-day, walk-in urgent care services. Our team of pediatric experts can address all your child’s urgent care needs, from minor fractures to flu-like symptoms and more.
We are dedicated to delivering the best medical care available. Each visit is geared toward the needs and comfort of your child.
What is Same-Day Pediatric Urgent Care?
Same-day pediatric urgent care is ideal for children who require immediate medical attention but do not have a life-threatening condition. When feeling sick or needing urgent medical attention, going to the emergency room is often too extreme or expensive.
Our care team at Rigby Pediatrics only specializes in pediatric care, meaning we are specifically trained to work with infants, toddlers, children, and teens. Same-day urgent care services are reserved for non-life-threatening health concerns that can't wait for a regularly scheduled appointment while, at the same time, do not require emergency room resources.
So, what kind of care is best for your child?
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Well-checks: These regular visits help evaluate your child's growth, development, and health. They can be scheduled in advance.
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Urgent care: Same-day, urgent care appointments are for non-life-threatening conditions that require treatment right away but are not emergencies.
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Emergency room visits: We recommend taking your child to the ER for all serious and potentially life-threatening conditions, including uncontrollable bleeding, severe breathing issues, and major injuries.
Common Reasons to Visit Pediatric Urgent Care
It can be tricky to figure out whether you should take your child to same-day urgent care to see a pediatrician. As a rule of thumb, we know that same-day treatment can make a great deal of difference in your child’s recovery from many health issues. These are some of the situations we recommend urgent care for:
If your child has a sudden fever, cold, cough, or stomachache, knowing whether they need urgent care from a trained pediatrician can be challenging. We advise trying at-home care first, and if your child is not getting better, our same-day urgent care can help relieve symptoms.
Whether your child has a viral infection or a more complex illness, early medical care can keep the symptoms from worsening.
Sometimes, allergic reactions arise when you least expect them. If your child is having a mild allergic reaction like hives, swelling, or difficulty breathing, it’s important to seek medical attention right away. If the allergic reaction is severe, you may need to consider an emergency room visit. Our same-day treatments are fast and efficient and can help control mild allergic incidents to preserve your child’s safety.
Infections such as UTIs, ear infections, and pink eye usually require prompt medical attention to relieve discomfort and avoid complications. At Rigby Pediatrics, our specialists can diagnose and begin treating certain infections on the same day.
Benefits of Same-Day Urgent Care Visits
If your child is not feeling well, consider seeing a pediatric specialist as soon as possible. By treating illnesses and injuries early, we can avoid the risk of complications, improve your child’s comfort, and speed up the recovery process.
Our highly trained, compassionate pediatric specialists go the extra mile to provide the care and reassurance children and their parents need.
We make it a priority to accommodate your busy schedule. Our same-day urgent care services extend beyond traditional business hours so your child does not have to wait longer than necessary to receive treatment.
Contact Rigby Pediatrics Today
Our team proudly provides quick and efficient care to our same-day, walk-in patients. We ensure your child receives the care they need exactly when they need it, so the entire family can go home stress-free.
If your child is in need of assistance, allow Rigby Pediatrics to help. Stop by our clinic during our available hours.