Visits for Acute Illness

Services offered in San Antonio, Texas

If you have a sore throat, cold symptoms, shortness of breath, muscle aches, or another acute health problem, schedule a same-day or next-day acute illness visit at Dr. José A. González's office.

The Direct Medical Service model gives you immediate access to Dr. González when you need unexpected medical care. Call the San Antonio office today to schedule your acute illness visit or book your appointment online.

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Visits for Acute Illness
Questions and Answers (Q & A)

Acute illness visits are medical appointments you schedule when you are not feeling well due to a recent illness, injury, or chronic health problem that has become complicated.

Dr. González offers same-day or next-day appointments at the adult office through the direct medical service model. He can also see you online via a telemedicine platform to assess your symptoms.

You should schedule an acute illness visit at Dr. José A. González's office if you are not feeling well or have an injury. Some symptoms that may require medical attention include:

  • Sore throat

     

  • Cold symptoms

     

  • Shortness of breath

     

  • Muscle pain

     

  • High fever

     

  • Vomiting

     

  • Diarrhea

     

  • Skin rash

     

  • Minor cuts

     

  • Wheezing

     

  • Swelling in joints or muscles

     

If you are unsure whether you need an office appointment, you can first schedule a telemedicine appointment with Dr. González. He can recommend an in-person evaluation to perform diagnostic tests or, if necessary, refer you to a hospital in case of an emergency.

You may also need an acute illness visit if you already have a chronic illness and are experiencing new symptoms or a worsening of your current condition.

 

During your appointment at Dr. José A. González's office, your symptoms will be evaluated and your medical history will be reviewed. The initial evaluation can be done in the office, online, or over the phone, and it will be determined whether you need diagnostic tests.

Dr. González may order blood tests or imaging studies, depending on each case, in addition to performing a complete clinical examination.

Based on the results of the studies and examination, Dr. González designs a personalized treatment plan to help you feel better and prevent your condition from worsening. He may prescribe medication to relieve pain and inflammation or treat infections.

He also offers health improvement resources, such as personalized medical advice, to support your recovery and strengthen your overall well-being. If you need additional medical care for more complex injuries or illnesses, Dr. González can refer you to a specialist:

  • An orthopedist for fractures

     

  • A cardiologist for heart conditions

     

  • A pulmonologist for lung diseases

     

Y lo más importante: Todos hablan tu idioma: español e inglés, para que recibas atención médica clara y sin barreras de comunicación.

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