Same-Day Sick Visits for Children
Same-Day Appointments in Bolingbrook, Downers Grove and Darien
Sick Visits for Children
When your child isn’t feeling well, you need prompt, reliable, and compassionate care. Our clinic offers same-day and next-day sick visits for a wide range of common childhood illnesses and symptoms—helping your child feel better quickly and giving you peace of mind.
What Are Sick Visits?
Sick visits are medical appointments scheduled when your child is experiencing acute symptoms, such as fever, cough, sore throat, or stomach pain. These visits focus on diagnosing the problem, providing relief, and determining whether further treatment is needed.
We understand that illness can be stressful for both children and parents. That’s why we offer a warm, supportive environment and personalized attention for every visit.
Common Reasons for Sick Visits
You can schedule a sick visit if your child is showing symptoms such as:
- Fever or chills
- Cough, congestion, or wheezing
- Sore throat or ear pain
- Vomiting or diarrhea
- Rash or skin irritation
- Pink eye (conjunctivitis)
- Headache or fatigue
- Minor injuries or falls
- Urinary symptoms (pain, frequency)
If you’re unsure whether your child needs to be seen, our staff can help you decide.
What to Expect During a Sick Visit
We aim to evaluate your child thoroughly and efficiently while keeping them as comfortable as possible. A typical sick visit includes:
Symptom Review
• When the symptoms began
• How they’ve changed or progressed
• Any home treatments already tried
• How they’ve changed or progressed
• Any home treatments already tried
Physical Examination
• Temperature check and vital signs
• Examination of affected areas (e.g., ears, throat, chest, skin)
• Listening to lungs and heart if respiratory issues are present
• Examination of affected areas (e.g., ears, throat, chest, skin)
• Listening to lungs and heart if respiratory issues are present
Diagnosis & Treatment Plan
• Clear explanation of the condition
• Prescription or over-the-counter treatment recommendations
• Home care guidance and red-flag symptoms to watch for
• Prescription or over-the-counter treatment recommendations
• Home care guidance and red-flag symptoms to watch for
Testing (if needed)
• Rapid strep or flu tests
• COVID-19 testing
• Urinalysis or bloodwork (in some cases)
• COVID-19 testing
• Urinalysis or bloodwork (in some cases)
When to Schedule a Sick Visit
You should call us for a sick visit if:
- Your child has had a fever for more than 2–3 days
- Symptoms are interfering with sleep, appetite, or activity
- Breathing appears labored or wheezy
- You suspect an ear infection or strep throat
- A rash appears suddenly or spreads quickly
- Vomiting or diarrhea lasts more than 24 hours
- You’re worried and need a professional evaluation
Same-Day Appointments Available
We know illness can come on suddenly—that’s why we offer flexible scheduling and same-day appointments whenever possible. Your child’s health and comfort are our top priority.
Quick, Gentle, and Thorough Care
From colds and fevers to stomach bugs and sore throats, our pediatric team is here to diagnose, treat, and support your child through every bump in the road.
Same-Day Pediatrician Appointments in Bolingbrook, Downers Grove and Darien
A2Z Pediatrics offers same-day sick visits for children at our Bolingbrook, Downers Grove and Darien offices. Call 630-755-5437 early in the day, describe your child’s symptoms and we will find the earliest time. Walk-ins are welcome during office hours, and calling first saves time.
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How to get a same-day sick visit
- Call 630-755-5437 when we open, or as early as you can.
- Tell us your child’s age, main symptoms, when they started and the highest temperature.
- We give you the earliest time at the office that suits you.
- Bring your insurance card and a list of your child’s medicines.
New to our practice? We are accepting new patients. See how to book a pediatrician appointment and what to bring to a first visit.
When to call us, and when to go to the ER
| Call us today | Go to the ER or call 911 |
|---|---|
| Fever for more than 2 to 3 days | Trouble breathing or fast, labored breathing |
| Ear pain or sore throat | A seizure |
| Cough, congestion or wheezing | A child who is very hard to wake |
| Vomiting or diarrhea for over 24 hours | Stiff neck with fever, or signs of dehydration that do not improve |
| A rash that spreads or comes with fever | A serious injury |
A fever in a baby under 3 months old (a rectal temperature of 100.4°F or higher) needs a call to us or an ER visit right away.
Office hours for sick visits
All three offices share the same hours: Mon and Wed 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Tue and Thu 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Fri 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Sun closed. Our offices are at 550 E. Boughton Rd., Suite 110, Bolingbrook; 3800 Highland Ave., Suite 101, Downers Grove; and 2859 83rd St., Darien.
Is your child well but due for a visit? See our newborn care, immunizations and school physicals pages.
Sick visit FAQs
Can I get a same-day appointment for my sick child?
Yes. We offer same-day sick visits at our Bolingbrook, Downers Grove and Darien offices. Call 630-755-5437 as early in the day as you can and describe the symptoms. Walk-ins are welcome during office hours, but calling first helps us plan your visit.
Do you take walk-ins for sick children?
Yes, you can walk in during office hours. We still recommend calling first, so we can tell you which office has the earliest opening and what to bring. For a baby under 3 months with a fever, call us right away or go to the ER.
When should I take my child to the ER instead?
Go to the ER or call 911 for trouble breathing, a seizure, a child who is very hard to wake, a stiff neck with fever, signs of dehydration that do not improve, or a serious injury. If you are unsure, go to the ER.
What are your Saturday hours for sick visits?
Our offices are open Saturday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Weekday hours are Monday and Wednesday 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Tuesday and Thursday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Friday 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. We are closed on Sunday.
When can my child go back to school after being sick?
Most schools ask that children be fever-free for 24 hours without fever medicine, and past the first day of antibiotics for strep throat. Rules differ by school and illness, so ask the doctor at the visit.
What should I bring to a sick visit?
Bring your insurance card, a list of your child’s medicines, and notes on when the symptoms started and your child’s highest temperature. If your child is new to us, also bring a photo ID and vaccine records.
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