Acute Illness Treatment at The Piedmont Clinic
Not feeling like yourself? From fevers to flu, we help you bounce back fast — with same-day visits and no crowded waiting rooms.
When You’re Sick, You Shouldn’t Have to Wait
There’s nothing worse than waking up miserable and hearing, “Our next available appointment is next Thursday.” Nope. Not happening.
At The Piedmont Clinic, we offer same-day care for acute illnesses — so you can get seen fast, treated right, and back to life before things get worse.
What is an “Acute Illness” Anyway?
It’s medical speak for short-term, sudden-onset conditions. Things that hit fast, feel awful, and need attention now — but aren’t emergencies.
Think:
Strep throat
Flu or RSV
COVID-19 symptoms
Ear infections
Pink eye
Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
Bronchitis
Sinus infections
Allergic reactions
Minor injuries or rashes
Fevers and chills
GI bugs (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea)
These aren’t small deals when you’re in them. They derail your day, your week — and sometimes your whole household. The sooner you treat them, the faster you get better.
What to Expect at Your Visit
We keep it simple. No confusing portals, no endless hold music.
You walk in (or call ahead), and we’ll:
Review your symptoms and health history
Do a physical exam
Run any needed tests (strep, flu, COVID, urinalysis, etc.)
Give you a clear diagnosis and a fast-acting treatment plan
Send in prescriptions if needed
Provide work or school notes
You’ll be in and out with answers — not just “rest and fluids” advice.
We’re Not an ER — But We’re Way More Than Urgent Care
We know your name. We know your history. That makes a huge difference when you’re sick.
Unlike a walk-in chain or a drive-thru clinic, we already know what meds you’re on, what allergies you have, and what’s “normal” for your body.
This helps us treat smarter — not just faster.
When to See Us vs. the ER
Here’s a quick cheat sheet:
Come to us for:
Fevers
Sore throats
Coughs
Sinus pain
Minor injuries or rashes
Nausea or dehydration
UTI symptoms
Earaches
Go to the ER for:
Chest pain
Difficulty breathing
Sudden numbness or weakness
Severe injuries or bleeding
Fainting
High fever in infants
Any life-threatening symptoms
If you’re not sure — call. We’ll tell you what’s best, not what makes us money.
The Best Time to Get Care? Before It Gets Worse
Most people wait too long. They hope it’ll go away. And by the time they come in, they’ve missed the early treatment window.
Our advice? Don’t wait. We offer same-day visits for a reason — because catching it early is the best way to avoid:
Long recovery times
Spreading it to others
Needing stronger meds
ER trips