Same-Day Acute Visits

Primary Care & Osteopathic Physicians located in Great Falls, MT

If you’re ill, injured, or develop new symptoms, same-day acute visits are important to heal quickly or avoid complications. At Open Door Medical Clinic in Great Falls, Montana, osteopathic medicine specialists Melonie Parmley, DO, Ardine Balili, PAC, and the team provide convenient same-day appointments for acute medical concerns to ensure you receive the care you need right away. Schedule a same-day appointment by calling the office or requesting one online today.

Same-Day Acute Visits Q&A

What are same-day acute visits?

Same-day acute visits are appointments at Open Door Medical Clinic that allow you to see a highly trained specialist the same day you schedule.

This allows you or your teen to receive an immediate evaluation and treatment when necessary to recover quickly and avoid worsening symptoms.

Which conditions can same-day acute visits address?

Open Door Medical Clinic offers same-day appointments to evaluate the following conditions and more:

Flu, colds, and COVID-19
Strep throat
Cuts, scrapes, lacerations, and other minor wounds
Headaches and migraines
Rashes
Pain
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Asthma attack
Severe allergies
Animal bites
Insect stings
Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
Strains and sprains
Fractures
Pink eye
Ear infections and other minor infections
Bronchitis
Pneumonia

Sometimes acute problems are linked to a chronic disease. For example, difficulty breathing might stem from asthma, and joint pain could appear because of an arthritis flare-up.

If you or a loved one has a life-threatening emergency, call 911 immediately.

What can I expect during same-day acute visits?

After arriving at Open Door Medical Clinic for a same-day acute visit, your specialist checks your blood pressure, temperature, and other vital signs. They also review your:

Symptoms
Medical history
Medications
Lifestyle

During a physical exam, the Open Door Medical Clinic team evaluates your eyes, ears, throat, and breathing. They also check your neck, abdomen, limbs, and heart.

You might be a candidate for diagnostic tests, such as a nasal or throat swab, urine tests, blood tests, or imaging procedures like chest X-rays.

After diagnosing your condition, your treatment plan may include:

Rest and fluids
Watchful waiting
Intravenous (IV) fluids
Wound care
Fracture care
Bracing, splinting, or casting
Over-the-counter medications
Prescription medications
Inhaler
Allergy treatments
Vaccinations
Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT)
Specialist referrals

If you have a complex medical concern, the Open Door Medical Clinic experts can refer you to another specialist or hospital care.

The team follows up to ensure your treatment is effective and you’re feeling better or healing effectively.

Open Door Medical Clinic also offers treatment for diabetes, high blood pressure, substance misuse, mental health disorders, sexual health issues, and other primary care concerns.

Schedule a same-day acute care visit at Open Door Medical Clinic by calling the office or requesting one online today.