Minor Injuries

Minor injuries happen to us all the time, and they include:

Scrapes
Cuts
Bruises
Sprains and Strains

How are Minor Injuries Treated?

Family Medicine doctors routinely take care of minor injuries right in the office. We have the supplies and expertise to:

Stitch cuts
Remove stitches
Clean and bandage scrapes and burns
Evaluate and treat muscle and joint strains and sprains
Evaluate and treat insect and animal bites

Contact Us

If you have a minor injury, contact one of our family medicine locations, to schedule an appointment. We can usually accommodate a visit on the day you call for an urgent visit and have evening hours for your convenience.

Minor Injuries: Additional Resources

Visit our patient education website for more information about minor injuries:

Visit our Health Library for additional information about minor injuries:

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