Should I go to Urgent Care or the Emergency Department?
Going to see your primary care provider when you are sick and for your annual check-ups is always best. Having a primary care doctor who knows you and your health will help you make the best treatment decisions when you are sick. If you find yourself sick at a time when your primary clinic is closed, here is a guide about where to go for treatment.
Urgent Care:
- Flu, COVID-19 & RSV Testing
- Colds, Sore Throat, Ear Aches
- Stomach Aches, Vomiting, Diarrhea and Flu
- Migraines
- Sprains and Simple Fractures
- X-Rays
- Rashes and Skin Disorders
- Back Pain
- Dehydration
- Acid Reflux
- Asthma
- Eye Infections
- Minor Burns and Wounds
- Sports Injuries
- Workplace Injuries
- Pediatric Care (3 months and older)
Emergency Department:
- Chest Pain
- Numbness in Face, Arm or Leg
- Severe Difficulty Breathing
- Excessive Bleeding
- High Fevers
- Severe Abdominal Pain Severe, Unexplained Headaches
- Unexplained Dizziness, Seizures Loss of Coordination
- Severe Broken Bones
- Vomiting/Coughing up Blood
- Life Threatening
Should I go to Urgent Care or the Emergency Department? [PDF]
Behavioral Health - Craighead Crisis Stabilization Unit
If you're 18 or older and in distress but not in immediate danger, you can call 870.393.5335 to reach the Craighead County Crisis Stabilization Unit. This 24/7 facility offers a safe, supportive place to stay while you navigate a mental health crisis or cope with a traumatic event. After a nurse evaluates your condition, you may stay up to a few nights at the unit or be referred to either St. Bernards Behavioral Health or the St. Bernards Emergency Department, depending on your needs. You are free to leave when you feel ready to continue with outpatient care. Please remember—if you're experiencing a medical emergency, go directly to the Emergency Department. The unit is operated by St. Bernards Medical Center in partnership with Jonesboro county officials.
St. Bernards Virtual Express Care
Need to see a doctor, fast? St. Bernards Virtual Express Care can help.
How it Works:
1. Call the St. Bernards Internal Medicine Residency Clinic at 870.910.7799.
2. Ask to schedule a same day Virtual Express visit with a St. Bernards Physician.
3. St. Bernards staff will gather your information, and you will be sent a link to your chosen device.
4. When it’s time for your appointment, click the link.
5. Talk with a healthcare professional virtually and get the care you need, fast!
6. Appointments are available Monday-Friday, from 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Services include:
- Primary Care
- Wellness Visits
- Everyday illnesses such as flu, sore throat, cough
Need a Primary Care doctor?
A primary care clinic is your home base. It’s where you start whenever you have a health question or concern. Your PCP knows your personal and family health history, so they’re the best-qualified professional to help you. They care for you as a whole person—not only your physical health, but also your mental, emotional and spiritual wellness.
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