Orthopedic Urgent Care

When an injury happens, getting the right orthopedic care quickly matters. Southern Orthopedic Specialists offers Orthopedic Urgent Care for sudden bone, joint, and muscle injuries, providing a faster, more specialized alternative to the emergency room. Our specialty-trained orthopedic doctors deliver expert evaluation and treatment for acute musculoskeletal conditions—helping you avoid long ER wait times and unnecessary costs.

When deciding whether to visit our Orthopedic Urgent Care or the ER, it’s important to understand where different types of injuries are best treated. Emergency rooms are best suited for life-threatening conditions, while our Orthopedic Urgent Care is designed for many acute bone, joint, and muscle injuries. The chart below can help you determine which option may be most appropriate for you or your loved one.

Walk-Ins Welcome.
No Appointment Needed.

1827 Harrison Avenue
Panama City, FL 32405

Clinic Hours

Monday – Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
 

Orthopedic Urgent Care or ER? Know Which Is Right for You

 

Orthopedic Urgent Care

Emergency Room

Recent bone, joint, or muscle injuries

 

 

Joint pain or swelling

 

 

Sports-related injuries

 

 

Knee sprains and strains

 

 

Hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder injuries

 

 

Ankle sprains and strains

 

 

Closed fractures (broken bones without an open wound)

 

 

New or sudden back pain

 

 

Work-related injuries

 

 

Dislocations

 

 

Fractures with an open wound or bone protruding through the skin

 

 

Obvious deformity or severe angle of the elbow, shoulder, ankle, or knee

 

 

Animal bites

 

 

Burns

 

 

Head injuries or concussions

 

 

Deep lacerations

 

 

Severe pain requiring IV medication or sedation