ER or After Hours Clinic? How to Know Where to Go When You Get Sick at Night

ER or After Hours Clinic? How to Know Where to Go When You Get Sick at Night

It never fails: your kid spikes a fever at 7 PM, or you wake up Wednesday morning with a sore throat that gets worse by evening, right after your doctor's office has already closed for the day. When you're feeling too sick to wait until morning but you're not sure you need the emergency room, it can be hard to know where to turn. That's exactly why Howard Memorial Hospital (HMH) opened the After Hours Clinic, a walk-in option for evening care in Nashville, Arkansas.

What Is the After Hours Clinic?

The After Hours Clinic is a walk-in service for patients who need care once their regular doctor's office has closed. No appointment is needed. Just walk in during clinic hours and get seen by our team.

Hours: Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Location: 132 Medical Circle, Nashville, AR 71852

Phone: (870) 845-6970

What We Treat

The After Hours Clinic is built for the everyday illnesses and minor injuries that tend to show up outside of business hours, including:

Coughs, colds & sore throat

COVID, flu & RSV

Nausea, vomiting & diarrhea

Ear aches & sinus pain

Rashes & skin issues

Cuts, scrapes & insect bites

Sprains & strains

UTI symptoms

Toothaches & mild pain

When to Go to the ER Instead

The After Hours Clinic is a great option for non-life-threatening symptoms, but some situations call for emergency care right away. Go to the ER or call 911 if you or a loved one experience:

Chest pain

Trouble breathing

Broken bones

Seizures

Loss of consciousness

Severe bleeding

High fever with confusion

Drug overdose

Pregnancy labor

Knowing the difference ahead of time can save you a trip to a packed emergency room and get you the right level of care faster.

Why It Matters for Nashville, AR Families

For many families in Nashville and the surrounding Howard County area, the nearest emergency room isn't necessarily close by, and a late-night illness shouldn't mean an unnecessary drive or a long wait. The After Hours Clinic gives our community a nearby, convenient option for getting seen quickly when illness strikes after hours, without the cost or wait time of the ER.

Visit Us

If you or a family member need care after your regular doctor's office closes, the HMH After Hours Clinic is open Wednesday through Friday evenings, no appointment necessary. For more information, call (870) 845-6970 or visit us at 132 Medical Circle, Nashville, AR 71852.

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