Sick Visits

Getting sick from time to time is often inevitable, but you don’t have to suffer with bothersome symptoms. At JEKS Healthcare Clinic in Abilene, Texas, compassionate family nurse practitioner Erik Hargett, FNP, and his team provide home-based, telemedicine, and in-office sick visits to administer the treatment needed to recover quickly. Schedule an evaluation by phone or online today.

What are sick visits?

Sick visits at JEKS Healthcare Clinic consist of medical evaluations, diagnostic tests if needed, and treatments for common illnesses — including colds and flu. The JEKS Healthcare Clinic experts get you the care you need so you can feel better and recover quickly. 

The team provides convenient telehealth, home-based options, and in-office sick visits so you can avoid travel time and exposure to other patients. 

Which conditions do sick visits address?

Sick visits can address the following:

• Colds
• Flu
• COVID-19
• Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
• Strep throat
• Ear infections
• Sinus infections
• Pink eye
• High or long-lasting fevers
• Rashes
• Sore throats
• Coughing
• Nasal congestion
• Allergic reactions
• Asthma attacks
• Urinary tract infections
• Yeast infections
• Other infections

JEKS Healthcare Clinic can also treat urgent care needs during sick visits, including non-life-threatening wounds, lacerations, fractures, and other injuries. 

What happens during sick visits?

During sick visits with the JEKS Healthcare Clinic team, your provider discusses the reason for your visit. They ask about your symptoms, medications, lifestyle, medical history, and more. 

Your family medicine specialist checks your vital signs, completes a physical exam, and may order lab testing. They provide onsite flu, COVID-19, and strep testing.

After diagnosing your condition, the JEKS Healthcare Clinic experts may recommend:

• Rest and fluids
• Prescription medications
• Over-the-counter medications 
• A brace, sling, cast, or boot for an injury
• Wound care
• Inhaler

If you have a severe or complex illness that requires a hospital stay or specialty care, the JEKS Healthcare Clinic specialists refer you to an appropriate professional. They follow up to ensure you recover effectively and alter your treatment plan if needed. 

When should I schedule sick visits?

Rely on JEKS Healthcare Clinic anytime you feel under the weather, get injured, or have bothersome symptoms. If you’re unsure if you need a sick visit, call the JEKS Healthcare Clinic office to speak with compassionate providers who will happily answer your questions. 

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

Schedule an in-office, virtual, or home-based sick visit at JEKS Healthcare Clinic by calling the office or using the online booking feature today.