There are many urgent care centers throughout New York, and they are not all the same. Mount Sinai’s approach to urgent care is unique. Joseph Feldman, MD, FACEP, Mount Sinai Urgent Care Medical Director, explains why that’s important for you.
What can I expect when I walk into a Mount Sinai urgent care center?
When you visit Mount Sinai Urgent Care you become part of the Mount Sinai family. Our centers are an integral part of the Mount Sinai Health System, known for quality care and cutting-edge research.
What are the qualifications of the doctors?
You will be treated by board certified Emergency Medicine and Family Medicine physicians along with skilled nurse practitioners and physician assistants. All physicians have faculty appointments to the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and often train residents and medical students in the latest urgent care practices.
Why is a connection to a medical school important?
Mount Sinai doctors and researchers are developing strategies that will help patients avoid unnecessary visits to the hospital emergency department (ED). ED visits for conditions that are not true emergencies can be expensive and detrimental to your health. Our urgent care centers play an important role in providing you the right care and have shorter wait times
Can I really just walk in?
We welcome walk-ins. If you have an urgent medical need that is not a life-threatening emergency, just come into any of our locations throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn. You can also reserve a spot with our online scheduling system. We see patients of all ages, from infants to geriatrics, and we take all insurance plans including Fidelis and HealthFirst.
What if I need further care?
We have priority access to primary care and specialty physicians of the Mount Sinai Health System, ensuring you can get easy referrals if you need additional care. Some of our urgent care centers even have multi-specialty practices within the same facility. Our urgent care centers are connected to the rest of the Mount Sinai Health System through electronic medical records, making it easy for physicians to communicate about your care.
What exactly do you treat at Mount Sinai Urgent Care?
We treat almost any immediate medical issue that’s not a life-threatening emergency, from sprains and broken bones to wounds and rashes. If you’re feeling symptoms of common illnesses like strep throat, flu, urinary tract infections, or sexually transmitted infections, we can confirm a diagnosis with a test and provide the medication you need. We offer a full array of vaccines and PPD testing for tuberculosis. We can also conduct physicals for school, work, workman’s compensation, and no-fault evaluations.
What kinds of diagnostic tools and imaging are available?
We do a full range of blood work and perform electrocardiograms. Our certified radiology technicians also provide full X-ray services. Some locations offer more advanced imaging, including CT scans and ultrasounds.