Kids get hurt. It's part of growing up, but that doesn't make it any less stressful when it happens to your child. Whether your little one took a tumble on the playground, got a bad cut, or took a hit during a game, knowing where to take them quickly matters. The emergency room is one option, but the wait times can be long, and the environment can be overwhelming for kids. A pediatric urgent care clinic staffed by providers trained specifically in children's health is often a better fit for injuries that aren't life-threatening.
At Xpress Pediatrics, our team is experienced in evaluating and treating a wide range of childhood injuries. We offer trauma treatment for kids from newborns through age 21, with on-site X-ray capabilities and the tools needed to handle many common injuries right here at our locations. We're available 7 days a week with extended hours, and no appointment is necessary.
If your child has been injured and it's not a life-threatening emergency, come see us at our Kensington or Pikesville locations. We'll get them evaluated and on the road to recovery as quickly as possible.
Our team is equipped to handle a wide variety of injuries in children and teens. Here's what we treat at Xpress Pediatrics.
Cuts happen fast, and some of them need more than a bandage. Our team can evaluate your child's wound, clean it thoroughly, and close it with stitches or other appropriate techniques when needed. We'll also give you clear instructions for caring for the wound at home during healing.
If your child has fallen or taken an impact and you're worried about a fracture, we can help. Our on-site digital X-ray equipment lets us get a clear picture of what's going on quickly. If a fracture is confirmed, our team can apply a splint and connect you with the appropriate follow-up care. For injuries that require surgical intervention or casting, we'll make sure you have a referral and a clear next step before you leave.
Not every injury shows up on an X-ray. Sprains, strains, and soft tissue injuries are common in kids, especially those who are active in sports. Our team can evaluate the injury, rule out fractures, and put together a treatment and recovery plan to help your child heal safely and get back to the activities they love.
Concussions are one of the most common sports-related injuries in children and teens, and they deserve careful attention. If your child has taken a hit to the head and is showing any signs of a concussion, such as headache, dizziness, confusion, nausea, or sensitivity to light or noise, it's important to have them evaluated right away. Our team performs concussion screening evaluations to assess your child's symptoms and help determine the right next steps for their recovery.
Our team can evaluate and treat a wide range of pediatric injuries, including cuts and lacerations that need stitches, broken bones and fractures, sprains and soft tissue injuries, concussions, and foreign body removal. We have on-site X-ray capabilities so we can get answers quickly during your visit. For injuries that require a higher level of care, we'll make sure you have a referral and clear guidance before you leave.
A concussion screening at Xpress Pediatrics involves evaluating your child's symptoms, asking questions about how the injury happened, and assessing neurological function. Our team will check for common signs of concussion, including headache, dizziness, memory issues, balance problems, and changes in mood or behavior. Based on the evaluation, we'll let you know whether your child can return to normal activity or needs rest and monitoring, and we'll give you written instructions for what to watch for at home.
Not necessarily. Our team will evaluate your child's injury and use clinical judgment to determine whether an X-ray is needed. Signs that an X-ray is more likely to be warranted include significant pain, swelling, tenderness directly over a bone, or limited ability to use the injured area. If we do need an X-ray, we can perform it right here at our urgent care clinic so you get answers the same day without an extra trip.
Not at all. Our urgent care services are available to all families, regardless of who your child's primary care provider is. Many of our patients have a separate pediatrician they see for routine care and come to us when something urgent comes up. We're happy to share visit records with your child's regular provider so their care stays coordinated. You don't need a referral or an established relationship with us to walk in.
You don't have to look far. Xpress Pediatrics offers concussion screening evaluations at our Kensington and Pikesville locations, 7 days a week, with extended hours. Walk in anytime or request an appointment online.
We look forward to helping your child recover quickly and safely!