Urgent Care at UChicago Medicine
Walk-In Care from On-Site Physicians
When a non-life threatening injury or illness occurs and you need quick, effective treatment, our UChicago Medicine Urgent Care locations are available – providing high quality, timely care to the Chicagoland area. Urgent Care is staffed by Medical Group providers.*
We will register and provide care for patients arriving 15 minutes prior to closing. To provide a better patient experience, registration may need to close earlier if wait times get too long.
Why Choose UChicago Medicine for Urgent Care Services?
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Open every day: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. | Saturday, Sunday and holidays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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No appointment required: Just walk-in or let us know you're coming so we can save your spot.
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On-site lab and X-ray: Quick results for injury and illness requiring lab or X-ray testing.
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Care for the whole family: Staffed by experienced physicians prepared to treat adult and pediatric patients.
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Convenient locations: Now open in Dearborn Station, Homewood and River East.
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Vast network of experts: Easy referral to expert specialists if your medical need requires a more advanced level of care.
Where Should I Go for Care Today?
You never know when a sudden injury or illness may happen. That's why it's so important to be prepared and know what steps you can take as soon as symptoms appear. Click below to learn more about the best times to visit primary care, urgent care or the emergency department.
When should I contact my primary care doctor?
Your regular doctor is the best person to call for minor health issues because they know your medical history.
When should I go to urgent care?
When you need care right away, but the illness or injury isn’t considered life-threatening, visit an urgent care clinic.
When should I seek emergency care?
If you have severe symptoms that could be life-threatening, call 911 or go to the emergency room right away.
Meet Our Urgent Care Physicians
Led by Joseph Newberg, MD, Interim Urgent Care Medical Director, our physician team provides high-quality care for time-sensitive medical needs, including minor illnesses and injuries.
*UChicago Medicine Medical Group is comprised of UCM Care Network Medical Group, Inc. and Primary Healthcare Associates, S.C. UChicago Medicine Medical Group providers are not employees or agents of The University of Chicago Medical Center, The University of Chicago or UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial.