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Acute Care

Acute Care services offered in Bridgeville, PA

Acute Care

If you have a non-life-threatening urgent medical need and time is of the essence, visit Primora Primary Care in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Experienced primary care physician Varun Kommalapti, MD, offers comprehensive acute care services for infections, illnesses, and minor injuries. Schedule a same-day or next-day appointment by calling the office or using the online booking feature today.

Acute Care Q & A

What is acute care?

Acute care at Primora Primary Care involves medical evaluations, diagnostic testing, and treatments for illnesses, infections, and injuries. Dr. Kommalapti is here for you during same-day and next-day visits to ensure you heal quickly, experience fewer symptoms, and avoid potential complications. See him at Primora Primary Care at the first sign of a problem.

Which conditions can acute care address?

Acute care at Primora Primary Care can address the following conditions and more:

  • Colds and flu
  • Strep throat
  • Ear infections
  • Pink eye
  • Wounds
  • Strains, sprains, mild fractures, and other injuries
  • Injuries from falls
  • Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
  • Animal bites
  • Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
  • Minor head injuries
  • Asthma attacks

If you’re unsure if you should see a medical provider for an illness or injury, check in with the Primora Primary Care staff, who happily address your concerns over the phone. 

In the case of a severe, life-threatening emergency, dial 911 or go to a nearby emergency room. 

What happens during acute care appointments?

You are weighed and have your temperature and blood pressure checked during an acute care appointment. Dr. Kommalapti discusses the reason for your visit, reviews your medical history, and completes an exam. 

You might need lab testing, imaging procedures, or other tests to diagnose your condition and determine the most appropriate treatment plan. 

Which acute care treatments are available?

Examples of the acute care services Dr. Kommalapti provides at Primora Primary Care include:

  • Stitches and other forms of wound care
  • Fracture care
  • Bracing, splinting, or casting
  • Medication prescriptions 
  • Injections

If you need a referral to a hospital or another specialist, Dr. Kommalapti provides it. He also offers vaccinations to reduce the risk of developing a contractible illness or disease. 

He follows up after your urgent care appointment to ensure you’re feeling better, healing, and don’t have signs of complications. Call the Primora Primary Care office at any time with questions or if you need chronic disease management, medical weight loss, physicals, or wellness visits. 

Schedule an acute care appointment with Dr. Kommalapti at Primora Primary Care by calling the office or using the online booking feature today.