There are two urgent care facilities near the Shippensburg area that offer treatment for common, non-life-threatening conditions to patients on a daily basis.
Located in Shippensburg and Chambersburg, the urgent care medical facilities are something that is available to the public.
Urgent care can provide many services and treatments to anyone who walks through the doors. Whether it be an illness, injury, lab and imaging testing or a simple physical, urgent care will cater toward your needs, according to Allison Schuchart, Summit Health’s strategic communications coordinator.
The benefits of going to an urgent care facility can influence a patient’s decision to choose the facility rather than seeing a primary physician. Walk-ins are welcome and the center is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. With many people getting off work around 5 p.m., this may be the only option someone has to get treatment without having to take off work.
Should these kinds of facilities take the place of primary physicians? The simple answer is “no,” according to the facility’s staff.
“Urgent care should never take the place of your primary care physician and is not intended for the management of chronic disease,” said Dr. Brooke Sheffler, the associate medical director for walk-in and urgent care.
The doctors at the facility recognize the need in society to have a place that is easily reachable on a daily basis and does not conflict with the daily schedules of a working person.
“We know residents live, work and spend time in different areas of Franklin County and work varying hours,” said Niki Showe, senior vice president for physician practices at Summit Health, “We want our providers to be available wherever, whenever they need.”
Summit Health, based in south-central Pennsylvania, is a non-profit healthcare system, according to its website. Its mission is to provide high quality and affordable healthcare to anyone who needs it.
The facility offers a number of treatments and services on site. Something like a cold, the flu, a rash, sprains or a pregnancy test can be taken care of in an urgent care facility. Physicals or a flu shot can be taken care of at the facilities as well.
“We know that patients are busy and need an easily accessible option,” Sheffler said.
But, urgent care warns that if you are experiencing chest pain, severe pains, dizziness or lose consciousness, be sure to call 911 or contact the nearest emergency department. Do not wait for the facility to open up if you are having serious medical issues.
You can contact an urgent care facility through www.onthegocare.com or by phone number, (717) 276-6363 for the Chambersburg location and (717) 477-2764 for Shippensburg location. For further questions, visit the website.
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