Urgent Care vs. Emergency Room

Urgent care services at Hattiesburg Clinic offer the convenience of immediate care with provider expertise and capabilities traditionally found in a hospital emergency room.

Urgent Care vs. Emergency Room Overview

When unexpected health issues arise, deciding whether to visit an urgent care or the emergency room can feel overwhelming. At Hattiesburg Clinic, we bridge the gap by offering same-day care with the expertise of board-certified physicians and advanced practice providers. Our urgent care services provide fast, effective health care for a wide range of medical needs, including those often treated in the ER.

What is the difference between urgent care and the ER?

Urgent care clinics traditionally treat non-life-threatening injuries or illnesses, such as earaches, small cuts or allergy rashes. Contrarily, emergency rooms provide critical care for conditions including severe chest pain, fractures and anaphylactic reactions.

At Hattiesburg Clinic, our approach redefines the traditional definition of urgent care. Our providers have the training and resources to treat more complex conditions – such as dehydration, chest pain or severe migraines – that many other clinics might refer to the ER.

Some of the on-site resources include:

  • EKG (electrocardiogram) for evaluating heart-related symptoms such as chest pain or irregular heartbeat
  • X-rays to assess fractures, respiratory issues and other minor concerns
  • Advanced imaging for detailed scans of more complex medical issues
  • Laboratory services for rapid testing of infections and bloodwork to provide answers in a timely fashion

By having these comprehensive diagnostic tools in-house, our board-certified doctors and advanced practice providers can diagnose and treat conditions efficiently, offering you the convenience of urgent care with the capabilities traditionally found in a hospital emergency room.

When to Visit a Hattiesburg Clinic Urgent Care

If you are experiencing a medical concern and deciding between urgent care vs. the ER, Hattiesburg Clinic is an excellent option. Conditions we treat at our urgent care include:

  • Chest pain not accompanied by loss of consciousness or stroke-like symptoms
  • Respiratory issues, including shortness of breath
  • Severe abdominal pain
  • Dehydration or fainting episodes
  • Sports injuries, fractures and more

Convenience for You

Our team works diligently to accommodate same-day appointments whenever possible. With a focus on keeping wait times short, most patients are seen much faster than a traditionally busy ER.

Choose Hattiesburg Clinic

When you need ER-level care without the hassle of the ER itself, trust Hattiesburg Clinic. Injuries and sickness happen after business hours – at an urgent care location, you can experience the convenience of immediate care and access to the expertise of board-certified physicians and advanced practice providers. We offer walk-in visits and same-day appointments, so patients can get the medical care they need when it is needed.

Urgent Care
Carriere, MS
Immediate Care - Carriere
6941 Hwy. 11 N.
Ste. A
Carriere, MS 39426
Get Directions
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Urgent Care
Hattiesburg, MS
Immediate Care - Children's Clinic
4210 Lincoln Rd.
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
Get Directions
Monday - Friday
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Urgent Care
Hattiesburg, MS
Immediate Care
105 Thornhill Dr.
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
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Walk-In
Monday – Saturday
8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sunday
1 p.m. – 7 p.m.


Iris Appointments Only
Monday – Saturday
8 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Sunday
1 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Telemedicine
Monday – Saturday
8 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Sunday
1 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Telemedicine visits must be scheduled through Iris. No Walk ins.

Urgent Care
Hattiesburg, MS
Immediate Care - The Pediatric Clinic
101 Medical Park
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
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Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Urgent Care
Laurel, MS
Immediate Care - Laurel
2313 Hwy. 15 N.
Laurel, MS 39440
Get Directions
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday
8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Urgent Care
Petal, MS
Immediate Care - Petal
50 Parkway Ln.
Suite 100
Petal, MS 39465
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Monday – Saturday
8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sunday
1 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Telemedicine
Monday – Saturday
8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sunday
1 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Telemedicine visits must be scheduled through Iris.
7 p.m. – 8 p.m. on Monday – Saturday and 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. on Sunday is reserved for Telemedicine only (No walk-ins).

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