Northwestern Medicine Immediate Care Centers

When the unexpected occurs, Northwestern Medicine Immediate Care is here to help. Our board-certified physicians and medical professionals specialize in treating illnesses, injuries and accidents.

With 28 convenient locations across the Chicago area, we are located near where you live and work. We offer both in-person and virtual visits to better serve you and your family.

We provide care to patients 6 months and older for:

• Minor illnesses such as cold, flu, and respiratory and sinus infections
• Minor injuries, including cuts, animal bites, burns and sprains
• Urinary tract infections and sexually transmitted diseases
• Skin irritations and rashes

Not sure if Immediate Care is right for you? Use the Self-Triage tool to find care for common conditions. Use the Self-Triage tool to find care for common conditions.

In-Person Visits

You can get an in-person medical evaluation from a physician or advanced practice provider at one of our 28 Immediate Care Centers.

• Find a location and see which Immediate Care Centers have walk-in availability.
• Reserve a time for an appointment.

Virtual Visits

A virtual visit lets you talk with an Immediate Care physician or advanced practice provider without leaving home.

• You must be age 5 or older for a virtual visit.
• You may be able to reserve a virtual visit for a time when our Immediate Care Centers are closed.
• You can try an on-demand virtual visit for quicker care.
• You must physically be in Illinois during your virtual visit.

TytoHome

TytoHome lets you get interactive virtual care from a Northwestern Medicine Immediate Care clinician without leaving home.

• For patients age 2 or older
• A TytoHome handheld device is required for this type of visit

Visit the TytoCare site for more information and to learn how you can get a TytoHome device.

To schedule a TytoHome visit, log in to your MyNM account and select a visit time.

Vaccinations

• Flu and COVID-19 vaccines: Northwestern Medicine Immediate Care Centers have stopped giving the 2025 – 2026 flu and COVID-19 vaccines. Please check back in the fall for availability of the 2026 – 2027 vaccines.
• Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccine (Adacel^®): An Immediate Care Center physician or advanced practice provider can order this vaccine as part of an Immediate Care Center visit.