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Primary Care Doctor, Urgent Care or Emergency Room? Choosing the Right Place for Care
When you or a loved one are sick or injured, it’s not always easy to know where to go for help.
In our latest video, Dr. Rachael Roberts, Community Associate Medical Director, talks about your options. She tells you when you should go to your Primary Care Provider (PCP), Urgent Care, or to the Emergency Room (ER).
Click here to watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CbZABN791aM
Need an answer now? Here is a guide to help:
- Primary Care Provider (PCP): Your first stop for non-urgent needs like routine check-ups, managing chronic conditions, or mild illnesses.
- Urgent Care: The right choice when you need care quickly but it’s not life-threatening, like minor injuries, sore throats, or flu symptoms.
- Emergency Room (ER): The place to go for life-threatening emergencies like difficulty breathing, severe bleeding, or stroke symptoms.
Still not sure where to go? Call our 24-Hour Nurse Advice Line: 1.888.332.2730 or (TTY 711)
