Pediatric Conditions We Commonly Evaluate

Children get sick and injured in many different ways. Our providers evaluate a broad range of common pediatric medical concerns.

Colds, Coughs & Respiratory Symptoms

We evaluate children experiencing cough, runny nose, nasal congestion, cold symptoms, flu-like symptoms, COVID-like symptoms, wheezing, mild breathing-related symptoms, bronchitis symptoms, and possible respiratory infections.

Respiratory illnesses are especially common among children attending school, daycare, camps, and other group activities. Parents who want additional information about RSV can review the CDC's information about RSV symptoms and care.

Fever in Children

Fever is one of the most common reasons parents seek medical care for their children. A fever may occur with viral infections, strep throat, ear infections, influenza, respiratory illnesses, urinary infections, and many other conditions.

During your child's visit, our provider can evaluate the fever together with other symptoms and determine whether testing or additional treatment may be appropriate. The American Academy of Pediatrics provides additional information about fever and when to contact a medical professional.

Important: A baby younger than 3 months with a temperature of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher requires prompt medical evaluation. Severe symptoms at any age may require emergency care.

Sore Throat & Strep Throat

A sore throat can make eating, drinking, sleeping, and going to school difficult. Children may develop sore throats from viral infections, allergies, postnasal drainage, or bacterial infections such as strep throat.

At EZMED, we can evaluate your child's symptoms and determine whether diagnostic testing is appropriate. Our convenient On-Site Lab helps make diagnostic testing more accessible when medically indicated.

Ear Pain & Possible Ear Infections

Ear pain is another common reason parents bring children to urgent care. Symptoms may include ear pain, ear pressure, difficulty sleeping, irritability, fever, decreased appetite, ear drainage, or ear discomfort following a cold. Our provider can examine your child's ears and determine whether an infection or another condition may be causing the symptoms.

Flu & Viral Illnesses

Influenza and other viral illnesses can cause sudden symptoms such as fever, chills, coughing, sore throat, headache, fatigue, body aches, and decreased appetite. The CDC provides information about influenza symptoms. If your child develops flu-like symptoms, EZMED can provide an evaluation and help determine appropriate next steps.

Nausea, Vomiting & Diarrhea

Stomach illnesses are common in children and can sometimes lead to dehydration. We evaluate nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, mild abdominal discomfort, decreased appetite, and possible dehydration. Parents should seek emergency medical attention for severe abdominal pain, significant dehydration, blood in vomit or stool, severe lethargy, or other concerning symptoms.

Pink Eye, Rashes & Minor Skin Problems

Our providers can evaluate pink eye, eye redness or discharge, eye irritation, unexplained rashes, hives, insect bites, minor allergic skin reactions, mild skin infections, small abscesses, minor burns, and irritated or infected cuts. Serious eye injuries, breathing difficulty, facial swelling, or rapidly worsening symptoms may require emergency evaluation.

Pediatric Injuries & Sports Injuries

Children are active, and injuries can happen at school, on the playground, during sports, or at home. Our Acute Injury services can evaluate many non-life-threatening injuries, including sprains, strains, bruises, minor cuts and lacerations, minor burns, sports injuries, joint and muscle injuries, minor falls, and possible minor fractures.

Serious injuries, significant head trauma, loss of consciousness, uncontrolled bleeding, major fractures, severe neck or back injuries, or other potentially life-threatening trauma should be evaluated in an emergency department.

Convenient On-Site Testing

Determining what is making a child sick sometimes requires more than a physical examination. EZMED offers convenient On-Site Lab services, allowing our medical team to perform certain diagnostic tests when clinically appropriate. Depending on symptoms, testing may help evaluate strep throat, influenza, urinary infections, and other illnesses.

School & Sports Physicals for Children and Teens

EZMED also provides convenient School and Sports Physicals for children, teenagers, student athletes, campers, and young adults. Physical examinations may be needed for school enrollment, athletics, recreational sports, summer camp, daycare, college, and extracurricular programs. Families can bring required forms to the visit.

Pediatric Urgent Care Near Timonium, Lutherville, Mays Chapel & Cockeysville

EZMED Primary & Urgent Care is conveniently located at 2219 York Road, Suite 102, Timonium, MD 21093, making our office easily accessible to families throughout northern Baltimore County.

Areas we serve include Timonium, Lutherville, Lutherville-Timonium, Mays Chapel, Cockeysville, Towson, Hunt Valley, Phoenix, Sparks, Hereford, Ruxton, Riderwood, Brooklandville, Loch Raven, Hampton, and surrounding Baltimore County communities.

Families with other healthcare needs can also explore all of our EZMED medical services, including urgent care, primary care, physicals, acute injury care, laboratory services, and telemedicine.

Why Baltimore County Families Choose EZMED Pediatric Urgent Care

EZMED offers walk-in pediatric urgent care, same-day visits, a convenient Timonium location, experienced medical providers, on-site laboratory services, evaluation of illnesses and minor injuries, school and sports physicals, care for children through seniors, insurance and self-pay options, and telemedicine for appropriate medical concerns.

Helping Children Stay Healthy at School & Home

Schools and childcare environments naturally create opportunities for respiratory and gastrointestinal illnesses to spread. The CDC recommends regular handwashing to help reduce the spread of illness. Parents can encourage children to wash their hands regularly, cover coughs and sneezes, avoid sharing drinks and utensils, and follow appropriate medical and school guidance when sick.

When Should My Child Go to Urgent Care vs. the Emergency Room?

Pediatric urgent care is generally appropriate for illnesses and injuries that need timely medical attention but are not life-threatening. The American Academy of Pediatrics offers a helpful parent guide explaining when to consider a pediatrician, urgent care, or an emergency room.

Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department for severe difficulty breathing, blue or gray lips or skin, loss of consciousness, severe lethargy or difficulty waking, seizure, major head injury, severe allergic reaction with breathing difficulty, uncontrolled bleeding, major trauma, severe dehydration, severe or rapidly worsening abdominal pain, suspected poisoning, or any life-threatening emergency.

Pediatric Urgent Care Q&A

What is pediatric urgent care?

Pediatric urgent care provides prompt medical evaluation for children and teenagers experiencing illnesses or injuries that require timely attention but are not considered life-threatening emergencies. EZMED offers pediatric urgent care from our convenient Timonium location for families throughout Baltimore County.

Do I need an appointment for pediatric urgent care?

Walk-in urgent care is available at EZMED, so families can seek care without waiting days for a traditional appointment. Same-day options may also be available.

What childhood illnesses can urgent care treat?

Our providers evaluate many common childhood concerns, including fever, cough, cold symptoms, sore throat, possible strep throat, ear pain, flu-like illness, pink eye, rashes, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and other non-emergency medical problems.

Can EZMED test my child for strep or flu?

Testing may be available when clinically appropriate. EZMED offers convenient on-site laboratory services to support diagnosis of many common illnesses.

Does EZMED treat pediatric injuries?

Yes. We evaluate many minor childhood and sports-related injuries, including sprains, strains, bruises, minor cuts, minor burns, and certain other non-emergency injuries. Serious injuries and major trauma should be evaluated in an emergency department.

Can my child get a school or sports physical at EZMED?

Yes. EZMED provides school and sports physicals for children, teens, student athletes, campers, and young adults. Bring any forms required by your child's school, camp, or athletic organization.

When is a child's fever an emergency?

Age, symptoms, behavior, medical history, and temperature all matter. An infant younger than 3 months with a temperature of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher requires prompt medical evaluation. Emergency evaluation may also be necessary when fever occurs with serious symptoms such as severe breathing difficulty, difficulty waking, seizures, or other concerning symptoms.

Can children use telemedicine?

Some pediatric concerns may be appropriate for a virtual visit, while others require an in-person examination or diagnostic testing.

Does EZMED accept insurance for pediatric urgent care?

EZMED accepts most major insurance plans. Coverage and patient responsibility depend on the specific insurance plan and services provided. Contact the office or your insurance carrier with coverage questions.

Where is EZMED Pediatric Urgent Care located?

EZMED Primary & Urgent Care is located at 2219 York Road, Suite 102, Timonium, MD 21093, serving families from Timonium, Lutherville, Mays Chapel, Cockeysville, Towson, Hunt Valley, Phoenix, Sparks, Hereford, Ruxton, Riderwood, Brooklandville, and surrounding Baltimore County communities.

Walk-In Pediatric Urgent Care in Timonium, Maryland

When your child isn't feeling well, getting answers quickly matters. Whether you're concerned about a fever, sore throat, ear pain, cough, stomach illness, rash, minor injury, or another non-emergency condition, EZMED Primary & Urgent Care is here to help. Our Timonium medical office provides convenient pediatric urgent care for families throughout northern Baltimore County.

Walk in during business hours, schedule a same-day visit when available, or contact EZMED to determine the best option for your child.