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Dyson Pediatrics | Tucson, Arizona

ER or Not?

After hours or not sure what level of care your child needs? Dyson Pediatrics helps Tucson families understand when a child may need emergency room care and when your pediatrician may be the right place to start.

Emergency Care

For serious symptoms, severe injury, breathing trouble, or urgent emergency concerns

Pediatric Care

For many common illnesses and concerns, your pediatrician may be the right first step

Not Sure?

Call our office and someone from our triage line can help guide you

Knowing Where to Go Can Save Time and Stress

When a child gets sick or hurt, it can be hard to know whether to go straight to the emergency room or call your pediatrician. Some symptoms need immediate emergency care, while many others can be safely evaluated through your pediatric office.

This page gives families a quick guide so you can feel more confident about what to do next.

Important Reminder

If your child is having a life threatening emergency, severe trouble breathing, or a serious injury, go to the nearest emergency room right away.

Go to the Emergency Room

The following concerns may need emergency room care:

  • Broken bones
  • Head or eye injury
  • Loss of consciousness
  • Poisoning or overdose
  • Severe abdominal pain
  • Fever of 103 or higher
  • Severe burns or lacerations
  • Difficulty breathing or speaking
  • Severe asthma or allergic reaction
  • Traumatic injuries
  • Severe bleeding

If your child is having a medical emergency, please go to the nearest emergency room right away.

If transportation is a concern or you are unable to get to the emergency room safely, call 911 for emergency assistance.

Call or Visit Your Pediatrician

The following concerns may be appropriate for your pediatrician first:

  • Congestion
  • Cough
  • Urinary tract infections
  • Ear aches
  • Headaches
  • Mild fevers
  • Minor burns
  • Poor feeding
  • Rash
  • Sore throat
  • Vomiting or diarrhea

Still Not Sure?

No problem. Call our office at 520 202 3488 and someone from our triage line can assist you.

When you are unsure, calling first may help you decide whether your child should be seen by your pediatrician, go to urgent care, or head to the emergency room.

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Need Help Deciding What to Do Next?

Dyson Pediatrics helps Tucson families know when to seek emergency care and when to start with their pediatrician.

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For non-urgent questions and requests, use the form below. If you have MyChart account, it’s often the quickest way to message us, manage appointments, and take care of forms.

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