Sick Visits

If you wake up feeling under the weather and at-home care doesn’t ease your symptoms, you might need to schedule a sick visit. At Muskogee Family Practice in Muskogee, Oklahoma, Monica Hoog-Gage, ARNP, CNP, and the team regularly provide sick visits and same-day appointments for men, women, and families. Call Muskogee Family Practice to request an appointment today. 

What is a sick visit?

A sick visit is a doctor’s appointment designed to diagnose and treat an acute health concern like a sore throat, persistent cough, or high fever. Sick visits are different from routine physical exams. Instead of monitoring your health and updating your immunizations, a sick visit involves Monica reviewing your medical history, asking about your symptoms, and developing a treatment plan that helps you return to a healthy and active lifestyle.

Why would I need a sick visit?

Almost everyone experiences aches, pains, chills, and fevers from time to time. Usually, these conditions get better on their own and respond well to conservative care like rest and over-the-counter medications.

However, if your symptoms don’t go away or they interfere with your ability to work or do other routine tasks, you’ll need to schedule a sick visit.

Following a physical exam and discussion, Monica can recommend treatment. This might involve prescription antibiotics to limit the spread of infection or other care to help speed up your body’s natural healing process.

What are the common conditions diagnosed during sick visits?

At Muskogee Family Practice, Monica uses sick visits to diagnose a variety of different conditions, including:

• Strep throat
• Common colds
• Flu
• Upper respiratory infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Sinusitis
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Vaginal infections

You might also benefit from a sick visit if you experience severe acute pain as a result of a sports-related injury, automobile accident, or a fall at work.

What if I need to see a doctor right away?

If you or a loved one experiences a medical emergency that is life-threatening, call 911 or visit your nearest emergency room right away.

Monica knows that non-life-threatening acute illnesses and injuries tend to occur when you least expect them. That’s why he offers same-day appointments. If you or your child requires immediate medical care, call the office or walk in during normal business hours. Monica will coordinate with your schedule to ensure you receive the care you need when you need it.

Don’t let annoying symptoms like a headache, fever, and sore throat prevent you from living your best life. To schedule your sick visit, call Muskogee Family Practice today.