When you or a family member suddenly becomes sick or injured, one of the first questions that comes to mind is, “Where should I go for care?” If the condition isn’t life-threatening but can’t wait several days for a primary care appointment, an urgent care center is often the right choice.
At Immediate Health Associates, we provide prompt, professional care for a wide variety of illnesses and minor injuries. Our experienced medical providers help patients of all ages get the treatment they need without the long wait or high cost often associated with an emergency room visit.
Common Illnesses We Treat
Many everyday illnesses can leave you feeling miserable and interfere with work, school, and family activities. Our urgent care centers evaluate, diagnose, and treat many of the most common conditions, including:
- Cold and flu
- COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses
- Sore throats and strep throat
- Ear infections
- Sinus infections
- Fever
- Persistent cough
- Bronchitis
- Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
- Nausea, vomiting, and stomach illnesses
- Pink eye (conjunctivitis)
- Skin infections
Our providers perform thorough evaluations to determine the cause of your symptoms and recommend the most appropriate treatment, whether that includes medication, supportive care, or additional testing.
Minor Injuries That Don’t Require the Emergency Room
Not every injury requires a trip to the ER. Urgent care is an excellent option for many non-life-threatening injuries that still need prompt medical attention.
Immediate Health Associates regularly treats:
- Sprains and strains
- Minor fractures
- Cuts and lacerations
- Minor burns
- Bruises and contusions
- Sports injuries
- Back strains
- Joint pain and swelling
If your injury requires imaging, each of our four locations offers on-site X-rays, allowing our providers to quickly diagnose fractures and determine the best course of treatment without sending you elsewhere.
On-Site X-Rays for Faster Diagnosis
One of the advantages of choosing Immediate Health Associates is access to on-site diagnostic services. Many retail clinics are unable to perform X-rays, which often means another trip to a different facility.
With on-site X-ray capabilities, we can evaluate injuries such as:
- Suspected broken bones
- Ankle and wrist injuries
- Finger and toe injuries
- Falls
- Sports-related injuries
Having imaging available during your visit helps speed up diagnosis so treatment can begin sooner.
Pediatric Urgent Care for Children
Children rarely get sick or injured at convenient times. Whether your child wakes up with a fever before school or gets hurt during a weekend soccer game, our providers offer same-day pediatric urgent care.
We commonly treat children for:
- Ear aches
- Sore throats
- Colds and flu
- Fever
- Rashes
- Poison ivy
- Minor cuts
- Sprains
- Upset stomach
- Minor injuries
Our goal is to provide compassionate care that helps children recover quickly while giving parents peace of mind.
Sports Physicals and Preventive Services
Urgent care isn’t only for illnesses and injuries. Immediate Health Associates also offers walk-in sports physicals for middle and high school student athletes.
For a flat fee of $50, families can complete required sports participation physicals without scheduling an appointment, making it easy to prepare for the upcoming athletic season.
Occupational Medicine for Employers
Immediate Health Associates also partners with businesses throughout Central Ohio by providing occupational medicine services, including:
- Pre-employment physicals
- Drug and alcohol testing
- Return-to-work evaluations
- Treatment for work-related injuries
- Tuberculosis (TB) screenings
- Immunizations
- Diagnostic testing, including X-rays and EKGs
These services help employers keep their workforce healthy while providing employees with convenient access to quality medical care.
When Should You Go to the Emergency Room Instead?
While urgent care can treat many conditions, some medical emergencies require immediate emergency care. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room if you experience:
- Chest pain
- Difficulty breathing
- Stroke symptoms
- Severe head injuries
- Major fractures with visible deformity
- Heavy, uncontrolled bleeding
- Loss of consciousness
- Serious burns
When in doubt, it’s always better to seek emergency medical attention for potentially life-threatening conditions.
Get the Care You Need, When You Need It
Whether you’re dealing with a stubborn illness, a minor injury, or simply need a sports physical, Immediate Health Associates is here to help. Our experienced providers offer walk-in care, on-site X-rays, and convenient locations throughout Central Ohio, making it easier to get the treatment you need without the long wait of an emergency room.
Visit one of our urgent care centers in Newark, Powell, Sunbury, or Westerville, or check in online for fast, convenient care. If you believe you are experiencing a life-threatening medical emergency, call 911 immediately.