Walk-in Care

Essentia Health Walk-in Cares offer an intermediate level of care. Get care for illnesses and injuries that are not life-threatening but may need X-rays and/or lab tests that require a blood draw.

Care may be provided by doctors, nurse practitioners, or physician assistants. Walk-in Care is available in Fargo and Jamestown, North Dakota, and Moorhead, Detroit Lakes, and Park Rapids, Minnesota. Hours vary by location and you don’t need an appointment.

Walk-in Care Services

Minor Acute (Short-term) Illnesses or Pain

• Asthma flare-ups
• Bladder infections or urinary tract infections (UTI)
• Bronchitis
• Cold, cough, or flu
• Constipation
• Ear complaints or infections
• Fever
• Gastrointestinal illness (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, painful gas)
• Headache or migraine
• Hemorrhoids
• Mononucleosis (mono)
• Pink eye
• Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)
• Sinus issues
• Sore or strep throat
• Tooth infection
• Wound care

Minor Injuries

• Cat scratches or bites
• Dog bites
• Eye injury
• Musculoskeletal injuries (sprains, strains, pulled muscles, or suspected broken bones, like in the arm, leg, or hand)

Minor Tests & Procedures

• Ear wax removal
• Foreign object removal
• Minor tear or rugged cut in skin needing cleaning and/or stitches
• Pregnancy testing
• Stitch or staple removal

Skin Conditions

• Athlete’s foot
• Cold sores
• Fingernail or toenail infection
• Head lice
• Impetigo
• Insect bites
• Minor burns, including sunburns
• Poison ivy rash
• Scabies
• Skin infections
• Swimmer’s itch