Sick Visits Services Offered in Oneonta, AL
When your child is injured or ill, sick visits offer the chance to get the care they need when they need it. At Horizon Medical Clinic in Oneonta, AL, the team offers comprehensive and compassionate sick visits to help your child feel better as swiftly as possible. Walk-in visits are available, or you can call to check appointment availability. Online booking is an option for less urgent needs.
What are sick visits?
Sick visits are appointments focused on addressing a current illness or injury. When your child is hurt or not feeling well, a sick visit can move them toward relief. While many childhood issues can be addressed during routinely scheduled office visits, sick visits provide a way for you to connect with your child’s practitioner without advance scheduling. This can make a world of difference when your little one is uncomfortable. Horizon Medical Clinic offers state-of-the-art technology for comprehensive viral and bacterial respiratory panels.
Sick visits are a good reason why routine physical exams (well-child visits) are so important. No one is at their best when they feel poorly, including children. Parents who only bring their kids in to see a medical professional once serious symptoms arise risk having their kids associate health care with physical or mental distress.
Routine well-child and teen wellness exams allow your child to get to know and trust their practitioner. If and when a sick visit is necessary, their experience will be far easier to manage because your child will already feel comfortable with their practitioner.
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We help you in your goal to ensure that your child’s health never falls below the peak condition. So, your expectations may be high, but we always work hard to reach further. If you seek attentive and accessible care for your child, then our pediatrics clinic is the place for you!
How do I know when to bring my child in for a sick visit?
When considering whether to come in for a sick visit, it helps to think about whether or not your child’s symptoms can wait for a routinely scheduled visit. If the answer is no, a sick visit is probably the right course of action. You should never feel bad about wanting the best for your child. Coming in for a sick visit can help your child feel better as quickly as possible. This is not only good for them but also goes a long way toward soothing the natural parental anxieties that come with caring for a sick child
Of course, there are situations when emergency room care is the best course of action. If your child has uncontrolled bleeding, clearly broken bones, loss of consciousness, or shortness of breath, seek emergency medical attention immediately.
What kinds of conditions can be treated in a sick visit?
Horizon Medical Clinic can provide treatment for numerous issues during a sick visit. Some of the conditions that bring kids in for these acute care visits include:
- Cold and flu symptoms
- Fever
- Minor abrasions and lacerations
- Sprains and strains
- Allergic reactions
- Skin rash
- Nausea or vomiting
- Constipation or diarrhea
These are just a few of the conditions your provider can treat during a sick visit. When your child needs prompt care, Horizon Medical Clinic is here to help.
