Urgent Care vs. ER: When to Go Where? A Simple Guide from Healthcare Professionals

Physicians Urgent Care, a locally owned facility in Middle Tennessee, has released an informative video clarifying when individuals should seek treatment at an urgent care clinic versus an emergency room. The video, shared widely online, features healthcare professionals demonstrating various symptoms and guiding viewers to the appropriate medical facility. Key scenarios highlighted in the video include: - Severe abdominal pain, severe chest pain, difficulty breathing, and fever in infants (12+ weeks old) are directed towards the Emergency Room. - Conditions such as urinary tract infections (UTIs), persistent coughs, minor sprains and fractures, lacerations, and minor first and second-degree burns are shown as suitable for Urgent Care. This initiative aims to educate the public on making informed decisions about their healthcare needs, potentially reducing unnecessary emergency room visits and ensuring patients receive timely and appropriate care.

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Urgent Care Office Creates Helpful Guide For When To Go To The Emergency Room

A Tennessee urgent care uses a cute video to help patients decide if they need urgent care or should go directly to the emergency room.