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What we treat
Illness and injury for patients 6 months and older, plus x-ray, rapid tests, physicals and shots. No appointment needed.
Feel better, faster.
Most illness visits take 30 to 45 minutes, including any rapid tests.
Cold, flu and COVID-19
Rapid testing, antiviral medicine when it helps, and a note for work or school.
Sore throat and strep
Rapid strep test with results in about 15 minutes.
Ear infections
Ear exam and treatment for earaches, swimmer's ear and pressure.
Sinus infections
Relief for congestion, facial pressure and headaches that hang on.
Pink eye
Eye exam and drops, usually in one short visit.
UTIs
Urine test on site and antibiotics sent to your pharmacy.
Rashes and skin infections
Poison ivy, hives, cellulitis and other skin problems.
Stomach bugs
Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, with anti-nausea medicine on site.
Hurt at home, work or practice?
X-ray, splints and stitches under one roof, so one visit covers most injuries.
Sprains and strains
X-ray, brace or splint, and a recovery plan.
Possible broken bones
Simple fractures splinted, with an orthopedic referral when needed.
Cuts and stitches
Stitches, staples or skin glue, plus a tetanus shot if you are due.
Minor burns
Cleaning, dressing and a follow-up plan for small burns.
Back and neck pain
Exam and treatment for strains from lifting, sports or sleep.
Bites and stings
Care for swelling, itching and mild allergic reactions.
Answers before you go home.
Every NorthStar clinic has digital x-ray and a rapid-test lab, so you leave with a diagnosis instead of a referral slip.
- Digital x-rayRead on site in about 20 minutes. Images sent to your doctor on request.
- Rapid testsStrep, flu, COVID-19, RSV, mono, urine and pregnancy.
- Lab drawsBlood work sent to our partner lab, with results in 1 to 2 days.
Forms filled out while you wait.
Bring the form from the school, team or camp. We complete it during the visit.
- Sports and school physicals$39 flat, no visit fee.
- Flu shotsWalk in any time during flu season.
- Tetanus shotsTdap for cuts, scrapes and school requirements.
- TB skin testsRead 48 to 72 hours later at any clinic.
Urgent care or the ER?
Urgent care is for problems that need care today but are not life-threatening. If you think it is an emergency, call 911. Do not drive yourself.
Come to NorthStar for
- Fever, cough, congestion and flu symptoms
- Sore throat, ear pain and sinus pressure
- Sprains, strains and possible simple fractures
- Cuts that may need stitches
- UTIs, rashes, bites and minor burns
- Mild vomiting or diarrhea
Call 911 or go to the ER for
- Chest pain or pressure
- Trouble breathing or blue lips
- Signs of stroke: face drooping, arm weakness, slurred speech
- Bleeding that will not stop with pressure
- A head injury with confusion or fainting
- A seizure, or a bone pushing through the skin
This is general information, not medical advice for your situation. Not sure where to go? Call (816) 555-0134 and a nurse will help you choose.
Skip the waiting room.
Pick a clinic, hold your place in line, and come in when we text you.