When your child is sick or injured, you want the best possible care, and you want it quickly. Children’s Care Today, now enhanced and rebranded as Children’s Urgent Care, is dedicated to providing exactly that. We understand that illnesses and injuries don’t always happen during regular office hours, and that’s why we’ve updated our model to better serve your family’s needs with convenient locations, extended hours, and a continued commitment to expert pediatric care. This evolution reflects our ongoing promise to deliver the highest quality healthcare specifically designed for children, right when you need it most.
Understanding Children’s Urgent Care: What We Offer
Children’s Urgent Care is designed to bridge the gap between your pediatrician’s office and the emergency room. We provide immediate medical attention for illnesses and injuries that are not life-threatening but require prompt care. Unlike general urgent care facilities, our clinics are staffed by providers who specialize in pediatric medicine or emergency medicine. This means your child will receive care from experts who understand the unique needs of children and adolescents. We offer a child-friendly environment and specialized equipment to ensure your child feels comfortable and receives the most appropriate treatment.
Why Choose Children’s Urgent Care? Benefits for Your Family
Choosing a dedicated children’s urgent care offers several key advantages. Firstly, our pediatric expertise is paramount. Our healthcare professionals are specifically trained in pediatric and emergency medicine, ensuring your child receives specialized care tailored to their age and developmental stage. Secondly, we prioritize convenience with multiple locations and extended hours, including evenings and weekends, making it easier to access care when you need it most. We also offer virtual visit options for certain conditions, providing care from the comfort of your home. Finally, we are part of the trusted Children’s Nebraska network, known for its commitment to high-quality, compassionate pediatric healthcare in the region. We strive to make the urgent care experience as stress-free as possible for both children and parents.
Services and Treatments Available at Our Clinics
Children’s Urgent Care clinics are equipped to handle a wide range of acute illnesses and injuries in children. Our on-site X-ray machines and laboratories enable us to quickly diagnose conditions such as fractures, infections, and other internal issues. We provide treatment for common childhood ailments including ear infections, strep throat, and respiratory infections. We are also proficient in treating minor injuries such as cuts, lacerations (requiring stitches or adhesive strips), sprains, and minor fractures. Our virtual visits further expand our service offerings, allowing us to address concerns like cold symptoms, fever in older children, insect bites, rashes, and gastrointestinal issues remotely. This comprehensive approach ensures we can meet most of your child’s urgent care needs efficiently and effectively.
When is Children’s Urgent Care the Right Choice?
Deciding where to take your child for medical care can be confusing. As a general guideline, always contact your pediatrician first. Many pediatricians offer after-hours phone lines or same-day appointments and can advise you on the best course of action. However, when your pediatrician’s office is closed or unavailable, and your child needs prompt attention for a non-life-threatening condition, Children’s Urgent Care is an excellent option. Conditions like earaches, sprains, or moderate fever are appropriate for urgent care.
For life-threatening emergencies, such as severe injuries, breathing difficulties, or loss of consciousness, always go to the Emergency Department immediately. If you are ever uncertain about the severity of your child’s condition, err on the side of caution and seek emergency care. Children’s Urgent Care is for situations that need timely attention but are not critical emergencies. We also offer virtual visits for less severe symptoms, which can be a convenient first step in seeking care.
Children’s Urgent Care Locations and Hours of Operation
We have multiple convenient locations to serve families in and around Omaha and Council Bluffs. Each location is designed with children in mind, creating a welcoming and reassuring environment.
Children’s Urgent Care – Council Bluffs
- Address: 1022 Woodbury Ave., Council Bluffs, Iowa 51503-7915 Directions to Council Bluffs
- Phone: 712.352.0405
- Hours:
- Monday – Saturday: 8:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
- Sundays: Noon – 8:30 p.m.
- Holidays: Closed
Children’s Urgent Care – La Vista
- Address: 10705 Hillcrest Plaza, La Vista, Nebraska 68128 Directions to La Vista
- Phone: 402.955.8400
- Hours:
- Monday – Friday: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- Weekends: Noon – 10 p.m.
- Holidays: Closed
Children’s Urgent Care – West Village Pointe
- Address: 110 N. 175th Street, Suite 1000, Omaha, Nebraska 68118 Directions to West Village Pointe
- Phone: 402.955.8300
- Hours:
- Monday – Friday: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- Weekends: Noon – 10 p.m.
- Holidays: Noon – 8 p.m.
Common Conditions We Treat at Children’s Urgent Care
Our clinics are equipped to treat a wide array of common childhood illnesses and injuries. Here are some of the conditions we frequently address:
- Ear Infections: These occur when fluid buildup behind the eardrum leads to inflammation. We treat acute otitis media, the most common type, often caused by colds. Learn more about ear infections.
- Fever: A fever is a sign of illness, indicating the body is fighting infection. We can help determine the cause of the fever and provide appropriate care for children older than 3 months.
- Sprains and Strains: These common injuries, involving ligaments and tendons, are frequent in active children and teenagers.
- Minor Fractures (Closed Fractures): We can treat closed fractures that are not severely painful or visibly crooked. Open fractures require emergency department care.
- Rashes: From contact dermatitis to other causes, we can diagnose and treat various types of skin rashes.
- Sore Throat: Including strep throat and tonsillitis, we can diagnose the cause of sore throats and initiate appropriate treatment.
- Upper Respiratory Infections (URIs): Common viral infections like colds and flu, causing symptoms such as cough, runny nose, and congestion, are effectively managed at our clinics.
Scheduling a Visit to Children’s Urgent Care
We offer several convenient ways to access our services. Walk-in appointments are available but may be limited. To minimize wait times and ensure your child is seen promptly, we highly recommend scheduling a visit.
Schedule Online: The easiest way to schedule is through Children’s Connect, our online patient portal. You can select a convenient time slot and check-in electronically.
Schedule by Phone: You can also call 402.955.8300 to schedule an appointment or inquire about walk-in availability and wait times.
Virtual Visits: For certain symptoms like cough, congestion, rash, or nausea, consider scheduling a virtual visit through Children’s Connect or by calling 402.955.8300. Virtual visits offer a convenient way to receive care from home.
Remember to call your pediatrician first for guidance whenever possible. However, when urgent care is needed, Children’s Urgent Care is here to provide expert, child-focused care when you need it most.
