Convenient orthopedic urgent care when you need it most. In an emergency? Find an orthopedic urgent care near you.
Urgent Care Delivered by Orthopedic Providers
We understand accidents and injuries can occur at any time. EmergeOrtho’s orthopedic urgent care offers convenient, quick care for breaks, sprains, strains, muscle pain, and even back pain.
Patients can receive care at any one of our orthopedic urgent care clinics without an appointment. Orthopedic urgent care is currently available at several locations in EmergeOrtho’s Coastal Region, including three in Wilmington, and one each in Shallotte, Leland, Carolina Beach, Myrtle Beach, and Jacksonville. Our knowledgeable orthopedic providers can assess your concerns and offer the appropriate treatment you need quickly and conveniently—without having to visit or wait in the emergency room.
When To Use Our Urgent Care Services
Injuries and accidents happen when we least expect them. But how do you know when a trip to the emergency room is necessary, and when you can seek help from an urgent care clinic? Understanding the difference can save you time, money, and unnecessary stress.
Orthopedic injuries are common and can range from sprains and strains to fractures and dislocations. While some injuries require an emergency room visit, others can be treated efficiently at an orthopedic facility with a walk-in clinic.
Knowing when to use EmergeOrtho orthopedic urgent care is essential for anyone who wants to receive prompt and specialized treatment for their orthopedic injuries. By understanding the signs and symptoms that warrant a visit to urgent care, you can ensure that you receive the appropriate care and avoid unnecessary emergency room visits.
These are some of the injuries and conditions we can treat in the urgent care setting:
- Joint sprains and muscle strains
- Most broken bones (fractures)
- Sports injuries
- Cast or wound dressing concerns
- Recently painful, swollen, or injured joints
- Neck and back pain
- Cuts and lacerations
- Foot and ankle injuries
- Hand and wrist injuries
- Injury from a motor vehicle accident: Location dependent—please contact your nearest urgent care prior to arrival.
Injuries not appropriate for urgent care include:
- Nonorthopedic care
- Open fractures (bone is protruding from the skin)
- Facial trauma
- Partial or full amputations
- Chest injuries
Visit Our Urgent Care Orthopedic Specialists
We are proud to offer outstanding, specialized orthopedic care through EmergeOrtho’s urgent care clinics. Compared to emergency rooms, EmergeOrtho is a more affordable option. Check your health plan for details on your co-pay and financial responsibilities to ensure a hassle-free visit Walk in or request an appointment online to be seen even sooner.
Orthopedic urgent care is available at the following Coastal Region offices:
Carolina Beach
Mon.-Fri. 8am until 5pm, Sat. 9am until 1pm
Jacksonville
Mon.-Fri. 8am until 5pm, Sat. 9am until 1pm
Leland, Brunswick Forest
Mon.-Fri. 8am until 5pm, Sat. 9 am until 1pm
Morehead City, Guardian Avenue (Coming Soon)
Mon.-Fri. 8am until 5pm, Sat. 9 am until 1pm
Myrtle Beach
Mon.-Fri. 8am until 5pm, Sat. 9 am until 1pm
Shallotte
Mon.-Fri. 8am until 5pm
Wilmington, Porters Neck
Mon.-Fri. 8am until 5pm, Sat. 9am until 1pm
Wilmington, Seagate
Mon.-Fri. 8am until 5pm, Sat. 9am until 1pm
Wilmington, Shipyard
Mon.-Fri. 8am until 5pm, Sat. 9am until 1pm
Orthopedic Urgent Care Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need a referral for EmergeOrtho Orthopedic Urgent Care?
- Do I need an appointment for EmergeOrtho Orthopedic Urgent Care?
- When should I go to Orthopedic Urgent Care?
- Orthopedic Urgent Care vs. Emergency Room: Where should I go?
- Is EmergeOrtho Orthopedic Urgent Care cheaper than the ER?
- What are the other benefits of EmergeOrtho Orthopedic Urgent Care?
- Can children and seniors be treated at Orthopedic Urgent Care?
- Where can I find Orthopedic Urgent Care in Southeastern NC?
No, you do not need a referral from a primary care doctor to visit EmergeOrtho’s Orthopedic Urgent Care locations. We are a walk-in clinic designed to provide immediate access to specialized orthopedic care.
No, EmergeOrtho Orthopedic Urgent Care is a walk-in service. While you can “check-in” online to save your spot, no formal appointment is required to receive care for acute injuries.
You should visit an orthopedic urgent care for acute, non-life-threatening injuries involving the bones, joints, ligaments, or muscles. Ideal cases include:
- Sudden sports injuries (sprains, strains, or tears).
- Possible fractures or broken bones (where the bone has not broken the skin).
- Recent falls resulting in swelling or inability to bear weight.
- Acute back or neck pain.
- Minor dislocations (such as fingers or toes).
The choice depends on the severity of the injury. The table below can help you decide the best path for your care:
| Orthopedic Urgent Care | Emergency Room (ER) | |
| Best For | Sprains, strains, closed fractures, and sports injuries. | Life-threatening emergencies and severe trauma. |
| Wait Time | Generally shorter (minutes to an hour). | Often longer (prioritizes life-threatening cases). |
| Specialty | Orthopedic providers on-site. | General ER physicians; specialists are “on call.” |
| Injury Type | Closed injuries (skin intact). | Open fractures, heavy bleeding, or head trauma. |
| Cost | Significantly lower (Specialist office co-pay). | Higher (Facility fees and ER-level billing). |
Yes. A visit to an Orthopedic Urgent Care is typically billed as a specialist office visit, which is significantly more affordable than an ER visit. You avoid the high facility fees associated with hospitals, often saving hundreds or even thousands of dollars in out-of-pocket costs.
At an orthopedic urgent care, you see an orthopedic provider right away, receive on-site X-rays, and get specialized treatment (like custom splinting or casting) in a single visit. At a general urgent care or ER, you may see a generalist who then refers you to an orthopedic provider later.
Overall, a visit to EmergeOrtho Orthopedic Urgent Care can help patients save time, money, and start a treatment plan sooner.
Yes! EmergeOrtho Orthopedic Urgent Care can see patients of all ages. We are equipped to provide specialized orthopedic care for the whole family.
EmergeOrtho – Coastal Region provides Orthopedic Urgent Care services at 9 locations across the Coastal Region of the Carolinas, in Carolina Beach, Myrtle Beach, Jacksonville, Wilmington, Shallotte, and Leland.
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Locations
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Carolina Beach Orthopedic Urgent Care - Now Open
Carolina Beach Orthopedic Urgent Care - Now Open
Coastal Region
Contact
Phone: (910) 332-3800
Orthopedic Urgent Care Hours
Monday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday:
9:00AM - 1:00PM
Holiday Hours
Thanksgiving:
Closed (Nov. 27th & Nov. 28th)
Christmas:
Closed (Dec. 25th)
New Year's Day:
Closed (Jan. 1st)
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Jacksonville – Brabham Avenue Orthopedic Urgent Care
Jacksonville – Brabham Avenue Orthopedic Urgent Care
Coastal Region
Contact
Phone: (910) 332-3800
Fax: (910) 251-0421
Orthopedic Urgent Care Hours
Monday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday:
9:00AM - 1:00PM
Holiday Hours
Thanksgiving:
Closed (Nov. 27th & Nov. 28th)
Christmas:
Closed (Dec. 25th)
New Year's Day:
Closed (Jan. 1st)
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Leland – Brunswick Forest Orthopedic Urgent Care
Leland – Brunswick Forest Orthopedic Urgent Care
Coastal Region
Contact
Phone: (910) 332-3800
Orthopedic Urgent Care Hours
Monday:
8:00AM-5:00PM
Tuesday:
8:00AM-5:00PM
Wednesday:
8:00AM-5:00PM
Thursday:
8:00AM-5:00PM
Friday:
8:00AM-5:00PM
Saturday:
9:00AM-1:00PM
Holiday Hours
Thanksgiving:
Closed (Nov. 27th & Nov. 28th)
Christmas:
Closed (Dec. 25th)
New Year's Day:
Closed (Jan. 1st)
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Morehead City Orthopedic Urgent Care (Coming Soon)
Morehead City Orthopedic Urgent Care (Coming Soon)
Coastal Region
Contact
Phone: (252) 773-0614
Fax: (252) 773-0617
Orthopedic Urgent Care Hours
Monday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday:
9:00AM - 1:00PM
Holiday Hours
Thanksgiving:
Closed (Nov. 27th & Nov. 28th)
Christmas:
Closed (Dec. 25th)
New Year's Day:
Closed (Jan. 1st)
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Myrtle Beach Orthopedic Urgent Care - Now Open
Myrtle Beach Orthopedic Urgent Care - Now Open
Coastal Region
Contact
Phone: (843) 733-0993
Fax: (843) 733-0995
Orthopedic Urgent Care Hours
Monday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday:
9:00AM - 1:00PM
Holiday Hours
Thanksgiving:
Closed (Nov. 27th & Nov. 28th)
Christmas:
Closed (Dec. 25th)
New Year's Day:
Closed (Jan. 1st)
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Shallotte Orthopedic Clinic
Shallotte Orthopedic Clinic
Coastal Region
Contact
Phone: Orthopedics (910) 332-3800
Phone: Physical Therapy (910) 332-3828
Fax: (910) 251-0421
Orthopedic Clinic Hours
Monday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
MRI Scan Hours
Monday:
7:00AM - 7:00PM
Tuesday:
7:00AM - 7:00PM
Hand Therapy Hours
Monday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Orthopedic Urgent Care Hours
Monday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Holiday Hours
Thanksgiving:
Closed (Nov. 27th & Nov. 28th)
Christmas:
Closed (Dec. 25th)
New Year's Day:
Closed (Jan. 1st)
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Shallotte Orthopedic Urgent Care
Shallotte Orthopedic Urgent Care
Coastal Region
Contact
Phone: (910) 332-3800
Orthopedic Urgent Care Hours
Monday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Holiday Hours
Thanksgiving:
Closed (Nov. 27th & Nov. 28th)
Christmas:
Closed (Dec. 25th)
New Year's Day:
Closed (Jan. 1st)
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Wilmington – Porters Neck Orthopedic Urgent Care
Wilmington – Porters Neck Orthopedic Urgent Care
Coastal Region
Contact
Phone: (910) 332-3800
Fax: (910) 251-0421
Orthopedic Urgent Care Hours
Monday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday:
9:00AM - 1:00PM
Holiday Hours
Thanksgiving:
Closed (Nov. 27th & Nov. 28th)
Christmas:
Closed (Dec. 25th)
New Year's Day:
Closed (Jan. 1st)
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Wilmington – Seagate Orthopedic Urgent Care
Wilmington – Seagate Orthopedic Urgent Care
Coastal Region
Contact
Phone: (910) 332-3800
Fax: (910) 251-0421
Orthopedic Urgent Care Hours
Monday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday:
9:00AM - 1:00PM
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Wilmington – Shipyard Orthopedic Urgent Care
Wilmington – Shipyard Orthopedic Urgent Care
Coastal Region
Contact
Phone: (910) 332-3800
Orthopedic Urgent Care Hours
Monday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday:
9:00AM - 1:00PM
Holiday Hours
Thanksgiving:
Closed (Nov. 27th & Nov. 28th)
Christmas:
Closed (Dec. 25th)
New Year's Day:
Closed (Jan. 1st)
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