Cases

What is Urgent Care?

When illness or injury strikes, knowing where to go can save you time, money, and unnecessary stress. Our urgent care clinic is equipped to handle a wide range of non-life-threatening conditions such as new and persistent pain, cuts, sprains, infections, fever, and flu symptoms - typically with shorter wait times. A&E is best reserved for true emergencies like stroke symptoms, severe bleeding, or loss of consciousness.

If you're unsure, a good rule of thumb is: if it feels life-threatening, go to A&E or call 811. For everything else, we're here to help, no appointment necessary.

Dengue/High Fever

Dengue and other fevers can cause platelet counts to drop very low and lead to rapid dehydration. At our clinic, we perform blood tests to monitor your platelet and white blood cell counts, and give IV fluids (drips) to keep you hydrated and support recovery. We manage symptoms by controlling fever and offering pain relief. We monitor for warning signs of severe illness - such as bleeding, abdominal pain, or persistent vomiting - referring you to the hospital if it becomes necessary. If you or a family member are experiencing dengue or fever symptoms, early treatment makes all the difference - come in and let us take care of you.

Dog Bites

Dog bites can range from minor scratches to deep puncture wounds, and all of them deserve prompt medical attention. Animal bites carry a significant risk of infection, and the longer a wound goes untreated, the higher that risk becomes. At our clinic, we thoroughly clean and irrigate the wound to remove bacteria and debris, assess the depth and severity of the injury, and determine whether sutures or wound closure are needed. We evaluate your tetanus vaccination status and if necessary, prescribe antibiotics to prevent infection. We'll advise you on proper wound care at home and schedule follow-up visits to ensure you're healing well. If you or your child has been bitten by a dog or any other animal, come in as soon as possible - quick care is the best way to prevent complications.

Cuts & Lacerations

Cuts and lacerations can happen in an instant, and prompt care makes all the difference in how well and how quickly you heal. At our clinic, we thoroughly clean and irrigate the wound, administer local anesthesia for your comfort, and close the laceration using sutures or skin closure strips depending on the size and location of the injury. We also check your tetanus vaccination status and provide a booster if needed. If a wound involves deeper structures or requires specialist care, we'll advise you and refer you promptly. Before you leave, we'll give you clear wound care instructions and schedule a follow-up to monitor healing and remove sutures at the right time.

Respiratory Illness & Breathing Difficulties

Breathing difficulties can escalate quickly, and fast treatment is essential. We treat a wide range of respiratory conditions including asthma attacks, COPD flare-ups, acute bronchitis, and respiratory infections. We act quickly - administering nebulizer therapy for rapid relief. We also treat the underlying cause of your symptoms, whether that's a bacterial infection, inflammation, or an allergic response. For children experiencing croup or wheezing, we provide safe and effective pediatric respiratory care. If your condition requires hospital-level support, we will stabilize you and arrange an urgent referral immediately. If you or a loved one is experiencing shortness of breath, wheezing, or chest tightness - come in right away.

Cariac Assessment & chest Pain

Chest pain, palpitations, and dizziness should never be ignored - they can be early warning signs of a serious heart condition. At our clinic, we perform a rapid ECG to record your heart's electrical activity and check for heart attacks, arrhythmias, angina, and other cardiac concerns. This is interpreted by our Specialist Emergency Physician. We assess your blood pressure, oxygen levels, and symptoms together to get a clear picture of your heart health. If your ECG reveals a serious or life-threatening condition, we will stabilize you and arrange an immediate hospital referral. For ongoing monitoring or follow-up cardiac care, we can guide you on next steps and specialist referral.

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