Acute Care Visits

What is an acute care visit?

Acute care in medicine refers to moderate to severe, short-term conditions.  There are two types of acute care - emergency and non-emergency.  For emergency conditions you should seek treatment at an emergency room facility.  Other conditions can be addressed in a non-emergency setting, such as the services available at Coastal Gateway Health Center.  

What acute care services do we offer?
 
• Sprains and strains
• Falls or sudden physical trauma
• Fever and chills
• Strep throat
• Sinus infections
• Asthma and allergies
• Sore throat or persistent coughing
• Severe or persistent diarrhea
• Minor cuts and burns
• Flu, cold, or COVID-19
• Rashes and hives
• Nausea and vomiting
• Urinary tract infections 

What if I'm not sure?

It's not always easy to be certain if a condition warrants an ER visit or clinic visit.  If you are experiencing a life threatening medical condition or serious injury, you should always go to the nearest emergency room or call 911.

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