What should I bring to my appointment?

A government issued ID for patients age 18 years and older (No parent or school IDs)

Insurance information
Current medications or a current list including strength and frequency
Shot records for any children requiring vaccination.

Do I need to go to the emergency room?

Call 911 or visit your nearest ER for any of the following conditions:

Delirium or sudden loss of consciousness

Sudden weakness/paralysis of any limbs

Suicidal thoughts or thoughts of hurting others

Uncontrolled blood pressure greater than 160/90

Severe abdominal pain

Severe headache

Chest pain

Sudden eye pain or sudden changes in vision

Major accidents

Difficulty breathing

Uncontrolled bleeding

Severe diarrhea/vomiting for more than 3 days

Fever 104 degrees or higher

*This list is a brief guide and is not all inclusive or meant to be used in place of trained medical professionals.

Do I need antibiotics?

Sinuses:

If you have headaches along with severe nasal congestion, ear pressure, eye/facial tenderness, green mucous for 7-10 days while taking over the counter antihistamines + decongestants( ie Claritin + D) and nasal steroid spray ( ie. Flonase, Nasacort) as directed, you may have a bacterial infection.

*Oral Decongestants such as Sudafed/Pseudoephedrine are NOT for patients with hypertension as they may cause unsafe elevations in blood pressure.

Skin Infections:

Redness, swelling, hardening, drainage and pain in any area of the skin that is worsening may indicate growth of bacteria. Antibiotics may be required.

Urinary/Genital: 

Any genital/urinary burning or discomfort requires evaluation by your healthcare provider.