Yes. DVPA offers same-day sick visits when available for children with illnesses or urgent concerns that need timely evaluation. Calling earlier in the day may help improve appointment availability.

You should call your pediatrician if your child has a fever and you are concerned, if symptoms are worsening, if your child is very young, or if the fever is accompanied by breathing difficulty, dehydration, unusual sleepiness, severe pain, rash, or other concerning symptoms.

Yes. DVPA offers rapid testing for common illnesses such as flu, RSV, strep, and COVID-19 when appropriate.

For many common illnesses, calling your pediatrician first is a good place to start. If symptoms suggest an emergency, such as severe breathing trouble, dehydration, serious injury, or extreme lethargy, seek emergency care right away.

Some concerns may be appropriate for telemedicine, while others require an in-person exam or testing. DVPA can help determine the best visit type based on your child’s symptoms.

Bring your child’s current medications, any relevant forms, recent test results if available, and notes about symptoms, including when they started, temperature readings, and any treatments tried at home.

Sick visits may be appropriate for fever, cough, congestion, sore throat, ear pain, rashes, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, headaches, eye irritation, infections, breathing concerns, flu-like symptoms, and other common childhood illnesses.

Yes. Many minor pediatric concerns, including sprains, minor injuries, lacerations, and possible concussions, may be evaluated in the office. If your child has a serious injury, severe pain, uncontrolled bleeding, or signs of emergency, seek emergency care right away.