Knowing where to go in a medical emergency is critical. If you are experiencing a life-threatening event, such as a heart attack or stroke, call 9-1-1 or go to the ER. But for many non-life-threatening events, such as fevers, cuts or sprains, our experienced and board-certified urgent care physicians can treat you and your family, whether you choose in-person visits (walk-ins or ‘reserve your spot’ advanced appointment scheduling) or 24/7 virtual video visits. For more details, explore our on-demand care options.
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Emergency rooms are best for treating:
Emergency rooms are the best option in cases where conditions are life-threatening and may require advanced treatment, such as having chest pain. Because life-threatening conditions are the number one priority in the emergency room, less severe cases will take longer to be treated.
![]() Chest Pain | ![]() Seizures | ![]() Stroke | ![]() Sudden or | ![]() Head, Neck |
![]() Severe Vomiting, | ![]() Uncontrolled | ![]() Fainting, Dizziness, | ![]() Broken Bones | ![]() Problems Breathing, |
This is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. When in doubt, or when facing a life-threatening condition, please contact 9-1-1 for emergency care.

Urgent care locations are staffed and equipped to respond quickly to various non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries. They often provide information in advance about pricing structure – making it a convenient choice for immediate but non-emergency illnesses and injuries.
Urgent care locations are best for treating:
![]() Cuts that | ![]() Infections | ![]() Sprains | ![]() Back Pain | ![]() Animal Bites | ![]() Cold or Flu |
![]() Sore Throat | ![]() Minor Burns | ![]() Minor Allergic | ![]() Cuts or Scrapes | ![]() Cough | ![]() Minor Injuries |
This is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. When in doubt, or when facing a life-threatening condition, please contact 9-1-1 for emergency care.
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Dr. Bare will talk about the differences between Urgent Care and the ER and explain when it’s best to choose Urgent Care.