Appointments are not required but can reduce long wait times. 546-8111 x2201
What Level of Care Do I Need?
When you or someone in your family needs treatment, making the right decision as to where to go will save you valuable time and create less frustration while seeking care.
Floyd Valley Healthcare's Emergency Department, Floyd Valley Clinics and Urgent Care Clinic, are designed, equipped and staffed to care for your needs differently. We hope the below examples will help you understand these differences and aid you in making a choice when seeking care.
Emergency Department
Please go directly to the Emergency Room or call 9-1-1 if you or a loved one experiences:
Heart-related concerns
Stroke-related concerns
Loss of consciousness (with or without witnessed head injury)
Abdominal pain (sudden or severe)
Choking
High fever in the elderly or young children
Foreign body in eye
Head injuries
Head pain (sudden or severe)
Injuries as a result of a car accident
Injuries as a result of a farming accident
Open fractures
Poisoning
Severe cuts
When should I see my Primary Care Provider?
Conditions that may require care with your primary care physician:
Acute issues during clinic hours
Annual and sports physicals
Chronic conditions that need follow-up
Constipation
Flu symptoms
Medication review / refill
Non-acute health concerns lasting more than a week
Obstetric visits
Pap smears
Routine immunizations
Wart removals
Well baby checks
Urgent Care (Notice our expanded hours!)
Urgent care clinics specialize in the treatment of injuries and illnesses that are non-life threatening, but may need immediate attention such as:
Cold, flu or allergy symptoms such as fever, runny nose, cough, sore throat or earache
Injuries including sprains, strains and minor breaks
Insect or animal bites
Minor burns
Minor scrapes, cuts or bruises
Minor skin rashes
Nausea, vomiting or diarrhea
Pink eye
Urinary tract infection
Other non-emergent conditions
We are here to assist you with your Urgent Care needs Monday - Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. You may reach Urgent Care by calling (712) 546-8111 x2201.
New Year's Checklist
One of the best gifts of the new year is to give yourself a healthy 2017! Floyd Valley Clinics has some tips for you:
If you haven't had an annual exam, it is time to schedule one. Many health issues can be discussed during your visit and recommendations made to help you get started on a healthier you. If you are managing a chronic health condition, such as diabetes, it is especially important to review your medications and make sure your condition is under control.
Make sure you know your numbers. Whether during your physical or at a screening, make sure you know your blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose numbers. These numbers help you understand your cardiac risks and move towards a more heart-healthy lifestyle.
For women, make sure you are being seen for you annual pelvic exam. Other screenings you should be aware of are a Dexascan (baseline is dependent on age and fracture/family history) and mammogram (baseline is 40 years old or earlier with family history of breast cancer).
For men, it is important for you to get a prostate exam at age 50, or earlier if there is a family history of prostate issues.
Everyone should be talking to your healthcare providers about a colonoscopy. Your first screening should be at age 50, unless there is a history of colon cancer in your family.
As you can see, many screenings are dependent on family and health history. Scheduling your annual physical provides the time to make a health plan specific to your needs. Small steps like eating well, exercising and regular visits with your doctor can help you get on the path to better health.
Learning Something New
Did you know that Floyd Valley Healthcare has an Education Department that offers a number of classes annually? There are offerings for kids, expectant parents and adults.
In addition, there are screening opportunities and educational programs for the community and professional education as well. All additional programs are announced on FloydValley.org as they approach. For added convenience, many of these classes can be registered and paid for online.
