What is an urgent care facility?

Urgent care facilities provide treatment for injuries or illnesses that require immediate attention but are not serious enough to warrant a visit to the emergency room. Some common conditions treated at urgent care facilities include:

- Sprains and strains

- Fractures

- Lacerations

- Minor burns

- Cold and flu symptoms

- Ear infections

- Sinus infections

- Bladder infections

- Urinary tract infections

Urgent care facilities are typically open during extended hours, including evenings and weekends, and often have shorter wait times than emergency rooms. Some urgent care facilities also offer services such as lab tests, X-rays, and physical therapy.

Urgent care facilities are staffed by qualified medical professionals, such as doctors, nurses, and physician assistants. They are required to meet the same state and federal licensing and safety standards as hospitals and emergency rooms.