Walk-In Care vs. Emergency Department - Scarsdale Medical Group

Same Day Care vs. Emergency Department HOW TO MAKE THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR YOUR HEALTHCARE NEEDS. WHEN SHOULD I GO TO SMG’S

WHAT IS CONSIDERED

SAME DAY CARE CENTER?

AN EMERGENCY?

Our same day center offers patients easy access to care for minor, non-emergency medical needs.               

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Allergic reactions Animal and insect bites Asthma Back pain Cough, congestion and sinus problems Ear infections Mild fevers (less than 101 degrees) Minor burns Painful urination Pink eye Rashes Cold and flu symptoms Sore throat Vomiting Skin infections and rashes Sprains and strains

You should visit the Emergency Department at White Plains Hospital for any life-threatening emergency. Severe abdominal pain Eye injuries Falls with injury Broken bones Fevers above 101 degrees Intestinal bleeding Chest pain Repeated vomiting Severe burns Seizures Heart palpitations Severe head injury Suspected poisoning or drug overdose Paralysis (Inability to move arm or leg) Lacerations requiring stitches Severe headache Severe sudden shortness of breath Fainting spells Motor vehicle accidents

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White Plains Hospital - ED 41 East Post Road White Plains, NY (914) 681-1155

Scarsdale Medical Group 259 Heathcote Road Scarsdale, NY (914) 723-8100

WHEN TO CALL 911 In a medical emergency or in doubt, call 911. Do not drive yourself to the hospital if you:  www.scarsdalemedical.com

Experience chest pain, bleeding, feel faint, have impaired vision, have heart attack or stroke symptoms.