Shortness of breath? Head to the emergency room. Bug bite? A walk-in clinic is a better bet.
While certain situations clearly call for emergency care, many common symptoms can be treated effectively at a Vanderbilt Health Walk-in Clinic, which offers urgent medical care for non-life-threatening illnesses or injuries. Knowing where to go can save you time and reduce unnecessary stress. Here are some resources that can help you make these decisions:
- This My Vanderbilt Health article provides helpful tips for assessing your symptoms and deciding where to go for care.
- Adult and pediatric Know Where to Go flyers provide at-a-glance instructions for accessing care at the most appropriate location. Download the flyers in English, Spanish and Arabic here.
- Vanderbilt Health walk-in locations provide quick care in convenient locations throughout Middle Tennessee. Discover the locations that are right for you and your family at myhealthwalkin.com.
- Vanderbilt Orthopaedic Injury Clinics in Sumner and Williamson counties offer walk-in treatment for strains, sprains and breaks. The clinic has a full range of orthopaedic care and connection to specialists for follow-up or surgery if needed. Learn more here.
