Sick Child Visits

Sick Child Appointment

We make every effort to schedule appointments for sick children on the day that you call us. Please call our office ahead of time so that we can minimize the time that you will spend waiting. 

If you would like us to see more than one child, please schedule both of them when you make your appointment. Without an appointment, we may not be able to see a sick sibling right away, and you may be asked to wait while the doctor sees a scheduled patient who may be waiting.

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Emergencies


IF AN EMERGENCY SHOULD ARISE, PLEASE CALL 911.


Emergencies are considered to be those conditions that are life-threatening: loss of consciousness, severe bleeding, seizure, trouble breathing, etc.

Poison Control Phone # is 800-222-1222 or Online. Contact them first for expert and confidential advice regarding any ingestion or poisoning. 

In the case of minor emergencies (lacerations, cuts, mild fractures, sprains), please call our office first for instructions. However, if your child needs urgent medical treatment, we suggest that you be seen by dedicated pediatric providers such as those at Huntsville Hospital Women and Children or the nearby Urgent Care.

After Hours


You can click here for answers to many commonly asked questions including medication dosages. 

If you need further assistance you can: 


  • Utilize the 24 hour nurse line on the back of your health insurance card. This is a free service.
  • Call our office number and choose the prompt to be connected with the doctor on call. You may be assessed a $35 fee for utilizing this service for non-urgent issues.
  • You may also choose the option to leave a message for non-urgent questions or to schedule an appointment. You will receive a call back when the office opens the next business day.
  • You may also send us non-urgent messages and/or schedule appointments through our Patient Portal.
  • Go to Urgent Care: We always prefer you contact the practice before going to any urgent care or emergency room, as we may be able to save you that trip. However, if your child needs urgent medical treatment, we suggest that you be seen by dedicated pediatric providers such as those at Huntsville Hospital for Women and Children ER or near by Urgent Care such as American Family Care Hampton Cove.