Urgent Care

What is urgent care?

Urgent care is the middle ground between primary and emergency care. As a quicker, more convenient option than the emergency room, urgent care is available when you need immediate medical attention for minor injuries or illnesses that aren’t emergencies.

MS Express Health offers walk-in and same-day appointments, providing timely care without the long wait. With onsite lab testing and X-rays, the team swiftly diagnoses and treats a wide range of conditions, providing comprehensive care in a single visit.

Which illnesses and injuries can urgent care address?

You should seek urgent care when you have a health issue that needs prompt attention but isn’t severe enough for the emergency room. Examples of common urgent care issues include:

• Minor injuries (sprains, strains, minor fractures)
• Cuts needing stitches
• Cold and flu symptoms
• Sore throat
• Respiratory infections
• Earaches
• Headaches
• Rashes and insect bites
• Minor burns
• Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
• Mild dehydration
• Minor asthma attacks

If you experience life-threatening symptoms, like seizures, severe lacerations, head injuries, or bleeding during pregnancy, the emergency room is better equipped to care for your needs.

How do I get ready for my urgent care visit?

While you don’t need to prepare for urgent care, take these basic steps beforehand to make the most of your visit:

• Bring your insurance card
• Don’t forget your identification (driver’s license, passport, student ID, etc.)
• Come prepared with your contact information
• Organize a list of your current medications
• Write down your questions and bring them
• Know your method of payment
• Provide a list of known allergies

Any additional information about your medical history is helpful for the team if you’re not a current patient at MS Express Health.

What can I expect after an urgent care visit?

Since urgent care is reserved for conditions that require immediate attention, the MS Express Health team may recommend scheduling a follow-up visit to monitor your recovery progress. They’ll also provide you with detailed instructions on self-care and guidance on when to seek further medical attention if needed so you have continued support in managing your health.

MS Express Health takes a family-oriented approach to urgent care that treats every patient with comprehensive, personalized care. To schedule an appointment, call or use the online booking tool.