Urgent Care in Southern California

We offer three locations dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable medical care in Northridge and San Bernardino. Whether you're suffering from a sudden illness or injury, our experienced team of medical professionals is here to help you get back on your feet quickly and efficiently.

When should I go to Urgent Care vs. the Emergency Room?

While both urgent care and emergency rooms provide immediate medical attention, there are key differences between the two. Here is a general guide of when to go to an Urgent Care, the ER, or call 9-1-1.

urgent care

Urgent cares can help treat the following conditions:

  • Fever with or without a rash
  • Rashes
  • Vomiting or persistent diarrhea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Wheezing or shortness of breath
  • Dehydration
  • Moderate flu-like symptoms
  • Sprains and strains
  • Basic orthopedic injuries
  • Small cuts that may require stitches
  • Painful urination
  • Mild flu-like symptoms
  • Cough and congestion symptoms
  • Sore throat
  • Ear pain
  • Eye redness, discharge or itchiness

emergency room

Emergency rooms can help treat the following conditions:

  • Chest pain or difficulty breathing
  • Weakness/numbness on one side
  • Slurred speech
  • Fainting/change in mental state
  • Serious burns
  • Head or eye injury
  • Concussion/confusion
  • Major trauma (major accidents, etc. that lead to injury)
  • Broken bones and dislocated joints
  • Fever with a rash
  • Seizures
  • Severe cuts that may require stitches
  • Facial lacerations
  • Severe cold or flu symptoms
  • Vaginal bleeding with or without pregnancy
  • Mental health crisis

call 9-1-1

Call 9-1-1 if you or someone near you is experiencing:

  • Difficulty breathing including shortness of breath
  • Heart attack symptoms
  • Stroke symptoms
  • Life threatening injury or possible loss of a limb

Benefits of Choosing Urgent Care

Urgent care offers several advantages over the Emergency Room (ER), including:

  • Shorter wait times: You'll typically be seen by a medical professional within 30 minutes of arrival.
  • A variety of locations: Our clinics are conveniently located in Northridge and San Bernardino including Fontana and Highland, making it easy to access the care you need.
  • ER Support: Our network also offers ER services nearby in case care is needed outside of business hours or if a higher level of care is needed.

Urgent Care Locations