Urgent Care vs. Emergency Room

Urgent care services at Hattiesburg Clinic offer the convenience of immediate care with provider expertise and capabilities traditionally found in a hospital emergency room.

Urgent Care vs. Emergency Room Overview

When unexpected health issues arise, deciding whether to visit an urgent care or the emergency room can feel overwhelming. At Hattiesburg Clinic, we bridge the gap by offering same-day care with the expertise of board-certified physicians and advanced practice providers. Our urgent care services provide fast, effective health care for a wide range of medical needs, including those often treated in the ER.

What is the difference between urgent care and the ER?

Urgent care clinics traditionally treat minor injuries or acute illnesses. Contrarily, emergency rooms provide critical care for life-threatening conditions like severe chest pain, uncontrolled bleeding and anaphylactic reactions.

At Hattiesburg Clinic, our approach redefines the traditional definition of urgent care. Our providers have the training and resources to treat more complex conditions that many other clinics might refer to the ER.

Some of the on-site resources include:

  • EKG (electrocardiogram) for evaluating heart-related symptoms
  • X-rays to assess fractures, respiratory issues and other minor concerns
  • Advanced imaging for detailed scans of more complex medical issues
  • Laboratory services for rapid testing of infections and bloodwork to provide answers in a timely fashion

By having these comprehensive diagnostic tools in-house, our board-certified doctors and advanced practice providers can diagnose and treat conditions efficiently, offering you the convenience of urgent care with the capabilities traditionally found in a hospital emergency room.

When to Visit Urgent Care

If you are experiencing a medical concern and deciding between urgent care vs. the ER, Hattiesburg Clinic is an excellent option. Conditions we treat at our urgent care may include:

  • Acute Illnesses
  • Minor Injuries
  • Flu-like Symptoms
  • Fever
  • Sprains
  • Infections and Rashes

When to Visit the Emergency Room

Getting the right care might include going directly to the emergency room. Call 911 or go to the emergency room immediately for life-threatening symptoms, including:

  • Chest pain or pressure
  • Trouble breathing or shortness of breath
  • Severe bleeding
  • Sudden weakness or numbness (especially on one side)
  • Severe head injury or confusion
  • Loss of consciousness

Convenience for You

Our team works diligently to accommodate same-day appointments whenever possible. Hattiesburg Clinic immediate care locations also offer a convenient appointment scheduling process, where patients can book an express appointment through Iris, our online patient portal. Express appointments reserved online help reduce waiting time and lobby congestion, which is especially beneficial to help limit the spread of airborne illnesses and other contagious conditions.

With a focus on keeping wait times short, most patients are seen much faster than a traditionally busy ER.

Choose Hattiesburg Clinic

When you need ER-level care without the hassle of the ER itself, trust Hattiesburg Clinic. Injuries and sickness happen after business hours – at an urgent care location, you can experience the convenience of immediate care and access to the expertise of board-certified physicians and advanced practice providers. We offer walk-in visits and same-day appointments, so patients can get the medical care they need when it is needed.

Urgent Care
Carriere, MS
Immediate Care - Carriere
6941 Hwy 11N
Ste. A
Carriere, MS 39426
Get Directions
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Urgent Care
Hattiesburg, MS
Immediate Care - Children's Clinic
4210 Lincoln Rd.
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
Get Directions
Monday - Friday
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Urgent Care
Hattiesburg, MS
Immediate Care
105 Thornhill Dr.
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
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Walk-In
Monday – Saturday
8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sunday
1 p.m. – 7 p.m.


Iris Appointments Only
Monday – Saturday
8 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Sunday
1 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Telemedicine
Monday – Saturday
8 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Sunday
1 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Telemedicine visits must be scheduled through Iris. No Walk ins.

Urgent Care
Hattiesburg, MS
Immediate Care - The Pediatric Clinic
101 Medical Park
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
Get Directions
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Urgent Care
Hattiesburg, MS
Immediate Care - Bellevue
Hattiesburg Clinic - Bellevue
7148 Hwy. 98 W.
Ste. 102
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
Get Directions
Monday - Friday
7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Sunday
12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Urgent Care
Laurel, MS
Immediate Care - Laurel
2313 Hwy. 15 N.
Laurel, MS 39440
Get Directions
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday
8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Urgent Care
Petal, MS
Immediate Care - Petal
50 Parkway Ln.
Ste. 100
Petal, MS 39465
Get Directions

Monday – Saturday
8 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Sunday
1 – 6 p.m.

 

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