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Urgent Care

Urgent Care or Emergency Room?

Know Before You Go

Have an unexpected illness or injury but unsure whether to rush to the ER? Knowing the difference between emergency care and urgent care can save your life. When in doubt, it's better to be safe and call 9-1-1 or go to the closest ER.

Choose Our Urgent Care Center

WHEN ...

  • your condition requires immediate care but isn't life-threatening
  • your doctor isn't available or it's after hours

Click the link below to find an urgent care center near you.

Choose Our Emergency Room

WHEN ...

  • your condition is life-threatening
  • your symptoms are severe

Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Infographics of common reasons to visit urgent care vs emergeny rooms

Frequently Asked Questions