Patients seeking treatment for minor illnesses and injuries in Fargo can walk into the Essentia Health Urgent Care-45th Street clinic without an appointment.
The facility treats non-life-threatening conditions that may require lab tests, blood draws, or X-rays.
Care at the clinic is delivered by doctors, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. Essentia Health notes that patients with a primary care doctor should call their regular clinic first to check for available same-day appointments before visiting the urgent care site.
The facility handles a broad spectrum of short-term health needs. Services cover minor acute illnesses such as allergies, asthma flare-ups, bronchitis, colds, coughs, the flu, ear infections, fevers, gastrointestinal illnesses, headaches, migraines, pink eye, sinus issues, sore throats, urinary tract infections, and wound care.
For physical trauma, the clinic treats minor injuries including animal bites, eye injuries, and musculoskeletal issues like sprains, strains, pulled muscles, and suspected broken bones in the arms, legs, or hands. Immunizations such as the flu and tetanus vaccines are also available on-site.
Minor medical tests and procedures performed at the location include ear wax removal, foreign object removal, incision and drainage of cysts or abscesses, minor cuts needing stitches, pregnancy testing, removal of stitches or staples, and tuberculosis testing. Skin conditions ranging from athlete’s foot and cold sores to insect bites, minor burns, poison ivy rashes, and wart removal round out the clinical offerings, alongside occupational medicine services.
Patients wishing to share compliments, concerns, or suggestions regarding their visit can submit feedback through the online compliments and complaints form provided by Essentia Health.