After Hours Care

Many pediatric illnesses happen outside of normal business hours, making kids wait in crowded emergency rooms for medical attention. At Set Apart Pediatrics, after-hours care is available for existing patients and children who haven’t been to the office before. Kimberly Dudley, MD, provides prompt, high-quality care for colds, ear infections, muscle sprains, and other conditions that require urgent medical attention. Diagnostic testing, including X-rays and respiratory panels, are available in-office so you can get answers about your child’s health right away. Call the Decatur, Alabama, office to schedule an after-hours care appointment or book a consultation online today. 

When would my child need after-hours care?

The after-hours care available at Set Apart Pediatrics focuses on the urgent care your child might need due to an unexpected illness or injury.

Dr. Dudley provides personalized medical care, including diagnostic testing and treatment plans for non-life-threatening pediatric issues like:

• Pain
• High fever
• Colds and flu
• Concussion
• Asthma attacks
• Nausea and vomiting
• Ear and upper respiratory infections
• Cuts, abrasions, and lacerations

After-hours appointments are available for existing patients, as well as children who haven’t been to the office before. Dr. Dudley provides exam rooms on a separate side of the building for kids who may be contagious to prevent the spread of illness to healthy children.

What can I expect during an after-hours care appointment?

During your after-hours visit to Set Apart Pediatrics, your child undergoes a comprehensive physical exam. Dr. Dudley also asks questions about your child’s symptoms, eating habits, and behaviors.

If an exam doesn’t provide enough diagnostic information, Dr. Dudley may request additional lab work or X-rays. Respiratory panels and advanced X-ray technology are available in the office.

Dr. Dudley discusses treatment options based on your child’s condition and the severity of their symptoms. She can prescribe medications, clean and dress cuts and abrasions, and recommend home care strategies you can use to help your child feel better.

If your child has a fracture or other serious injury, Dr. Dudley refers you to a specialist or the nearest hospital for additional care.

What are the benefits of after-hours care?

The after-hours care Set Apart Pediatrics offers ensures your child gets the high-quality, consistent care they deserve when they're not feeling well.

For existing patients, Dr. Dudley can provide continuity in care based on your child’s health history. She also sees new patients after hours so that you can avoid the hassles and delays in the hospital emergency room.

The onsite X-rays and other diagnostic tests also eliminate the need to travel elsewhere for accurate diagnostic results. Dr. Dudley creates individual care plans based on your child’s test results so they can start treatment right away.

Call Set Apart Pediatrics to learn more about the benefits of after-hours care or book a consultation for your child online today.