Acute Care

When unexpected illnesses or injuries occur, acute care services offer a prompt path toward healing and relief. These are among the services at Consolidated Primary Care in Maryville, Tennessee. If you or a loved one is injured or ill, Mike Wall, PA-C, offers same-day acute care visits to help you feel better as soon as possible. You can book an in-person and telehealth visit.  

What is acute care?

Acute care is an area of medical practice focused on addressing a current set of symptoms. Often referred to as sick visits, acute care appointments are scheduled to receive diagnostic and treatment services for specific areas of concern. 

Acute illness is a common need for sick care visits. When you or your child feels under the weather, symptoms can quickly worsen. Coming in to see your family medicine practitioner allows you to get the care you need from a medical professional you already feel comfortable working with. 

Sudden, minor injuries also bring many people in for acute care services. Whether it’s a sports or workplace injury, or just an accident at home, the team at Consolidated Primary Care is here to help. 

What kinds of acute care services are available?

Your family medicine practitioner brings a wealth of training and experience to Consolidated Primary Care. Top-quality care for a wide range of acute care needs is the standard. Some of the issues that bring people in for acute care visits include:

• Cold and flu symptoms
• Abscess drainage
• Infection
• Headaches
• Strep throat
• Allergic reactions
• Lacerations
• Contusions
• Stomach issues
• COVID-19 symptoms

These are just a few of the health concerns that might prompt a visit to the practice for acute care. 

How do I know if acute care is the right fit for my needs?

Knowing how to respond to an injury or illness isn’t always easy. If you’re a parent trying to soothe a sick or injured child, or if you experience symptoms you’ve never encountered before, it can be difficult to determine the next step.

While many different needs are a great fit for acute care, there are situations that demand care in an emergency room (ER). If any of the following apply, your needs may be best met at the nearest ER:

• Visibly broken bones
• Loss of consciousness
• Chest pain
• Shortness of breath
• Uncontrolled bleeding

If you’re ever in doubt about the proper approach to your health needs, call Consolidated Primary Care to discuss your symptoms. You can also schedule an appointment online for less time-sensitive needs.