"What Is Urgent Care, And When Is It The Right Choice?" - Erick Eiting, MD
Nearly 7,400 urgent care centers across the United States provide medical services for those with an injury or illness that needs immediate attention yet is not life-threatening. Difficulty getting appointments with primary care doctors and long wait times in emergency rooms are among the factors driving the growth of these centers, which tend to be located in areas convenient to homes and workplaces. Erick Eiting, MD, assistant professor of emergency medicine at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and director of emergency medicine and urgent care at Mount Sinai Beth Israel and Mount Sinai Union Square said, “If you think your condition is life threatening, go to an emergency room and avoid any delay that could endanger your health. But if you need simple treatment and one or two quick tests, urgent care is an ideal choice.”
- Erick Eiting, MD, Assistant Professor, Emergency Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Director, Emergency Medicine and Urgent Care, Mount Sinai Beth Israel, Mount Sinai Union Square
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