February 2, 2024

ExpressCare v. The Emergency Department

SVMC's new patient waiting area in the Kendall Emergency Department opened in October 2023

Medical emergencies come in all shapes and sizes. While it’s not always easy to figure out if an injury or illness warrants a trip to the emergency room, the key to making the right choice for care is understanding the difference between the severity of health issues that are treated by a same-day clinic versus in the Emergency Department.

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While new medications may make it possible to live life insulin-free, Carolyn Goodwin, FNP-BC, CDE, informs us of the risks and realities that make them not right for everyone. Read More

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