Sick or Problem Visits

When Your Child is Sick or has an Acute Concern/Problem

It’s important to receive timely care to get your child well and on their way to recovery as quickly as possible. We appreciate parents’ concern and offer same-day sick visits to promptly start the assessment and treatment your child needs.


If you have questions about your child’s health or you need to bring your child in for a sick or problem focused visit, call the office so they can talk about your child’s symptoms and schedule a visit based on their health needs. 

Sick/Problem Child Appointments FAQs

Click below to view the answer to commonly asked questions.

  • When Can I Schedule a Sick Appointment?

    Any time you feel your child needs a problem focused or sick visit you can schedule. Please call early in the morning to asssure we get you in same day, if needed. 

  • What Happens During a Sick Child Appointment?

    Your child will have vital signs, pertientent history, and physical exam to determine the reason for your problem or concern. Testing in house my be performed for rapid tests such as strep, flu, rsv, etc. We can send out for labs if needed. 

  • What Children's Conditions Can be Treated in a Sick Appointment?

    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
    • Any breathing concerns
    • Concerns for dehydration

    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.