When your child is sick, you want the care your little one needs, as quickly and efficiently as possible. You can find that care through pediatric sick visits at Northeast Georgia Physicians Group Pediatrics.
Children get sick more often than most adults for a number of reasons, including underdeveloped immunity. Regardless of why they get sick, though, you simply want them to get better. Whether your child has the sniffles, a sore throat, a rash, or a tummy ache, we’re here to help.
Can we walk in for care when my child is sick?
To allow us to provide quality care to our pediatric patients who have scheduled appointments, NGPG Pediatrics does not take walk-ins at any of our locations. If your child isn’t feeling well, give our office a call and we’ll work with you to identify the best option for finding care.
How quickly can I schedule a sick visit for my child?
Many of our NGPG Pediatrics offices offer same-day or next-day appointments for children who are sick. We keep a handful of appointments open each day to provide acute care related to an illness or injury.
If your child is sick, give your chosen NGPG Pediatrics office a call to schedule an appointment, either in the office or via telemedicine. If we don’t have any same-day or next-day appointments and your child needs to be seen more quickly for a pediatric sick visit, you can visit any of our NGPG Urgent Care locations, as long as your child is 6 months or older.
What should I do if my child is sick after office hours?
NGPG Pediatrics has a pediatrician on call when the office is closed at night and on weekends. You can call the regular office number to be connected to the on-call physician.
If your child requires care at night or over the weekend, NGPG Urgent Care may be an option. Our urgent care facilities offer walk-in care for patients age 6 months and older with non-emergency illnesses and injuries. Urgent care video visits are also available each day from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for patients age 5 and older.
When should I take my child to the emergency room?
If your child is sick or has a minor injury, the best option is to try and schedule a same-day or next-day appointment for a pediatric sick visit. NGPG Pediatrics can provide the specialized care necessary for many acute illnesses and injuries, including:
- Colds
- COVID-19
- Croup
- Ear pain
- Flu
- Head lice
- Minor burns
- Pink eye
- Rash or skin irritation
- RSV
- Sore throat
- Sprains or strains
- Stomach bugs
Certain symptoms, however, are a red flag that emergency medical attention is needed. Take your child to an emergency room for any of these symptoms:
- Compound fractures (broken bones that are visible through the skin)
- Deep cuts or wounds
- Heavy bleeding
- High fever (100.4 or higher in a child 3 months old or younger and 102.2 or higher in older children)
- Racing heartbeat unrelated to physical activity
- Severe allergic reactions
- Severe burns
- Severe dehydration
You should also seek emergency medical care if your child is having difficulty with normal functions, such as an inability to take a deep breath or an inability to awaken. Ultimately, it’s always better to be cautious, so trust your judgment when it comes to what’s normal for your child and what needs immediate attention.
Choose NGPG for pediatric sick visits
Children not only get sick more often than adults, but their bodies are still growing and developing, so they require specialized care. At NGPG Pediatrics, we can quickly and thoroughly assess your child’s condition during pediatric sick visits, allowing us to make an accurate diagnosis and suggest appropriate treatment. Our pediatricians know that when a child is sick, that child’s parents are anxious and worried—and we’re here to get you both back to feeling your best.