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Pediatric Care Q&A

What is Pediatric Care?

Pediatric care is an area of medicine that deals with the health needs of infants, children, and adolescents. Pediatric health specialists diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries that affect this age group. They also provide preventive care. 

Minit Medical Urgent Care and Physical Therapy is an urgent care and physical therapy clinic providing health services island-wide for residents and visitors of Maui. The team includes health professionals who specialize in pediatric care. 

What conditions benefit from urgent pediatric care?

Illnesses and injuries happen at any time and not always during regular doctor’s office hours. If your child has an illness or injury that needs medical attention and you can’t get an appointment with their regular provider, then urgent pediatric care at Minit Medical Urgent Care and Physical Therapy may benefit you. 

Some of the urgent medical conditions the team treats include:

  • Colds and flus
  • Fractures
  • Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
  • Bronchitis
  • Vomiting and diarrhea
  • Allergies
  • Hives
  • Cuts and scrapes
  • Ear infections
  • Eye infections
  • Sunburns
  • Insect stings and bites
  • Sprains and strains

If your child has a head injury or a large open wound, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room for care. 

What are some other types of pediatric care?

Minit Medical Urgent Care and Physical Therapy treat more than unexpected illnesses and injuries. The team also performs school and sports physicals and updates vaccinations. 

Additionally, the team has physical therapists who provide therapy that helps your child recover from a sports injury or illness. 

What can I expect during pediatric care?

You can expect compassionate and attentive pediatric care at Minit Medical Urgent Care and Physical Therapy. The team aims to make sure your child gets the well-rounded care necessary to feel better. 

The team asks about the reason for your visit and your concerns. They review your child’s medical history and perform a physical exam. If necessary, the team may run lab work or X-rays to confirm or rule out a diagnosis. 

They talk to you about their findings and make treatment recommendations. Then, they encourage you to ask questions.

Call Minit Medical Urgent Care and Physical Therapy or schedule an appointment online today for comprehensive pediatric care.