If you are wondering what urgent care can treat, you are not alone. Many people are unsure whether their condition requires urgent care, a primary care doctor, or the emergency room. This comprehensive guide covers everything CityHealth Urgent Care in San Leandro treats — so you can make the right decision fast.
Infections and Illnesses
- UTI (Urinary Tract Infection) — same-day urine test and antibiotics
- Strep Throat — rapid strep test with 15-minute results
- Sinus Infection — diagnosis and antibiotic prescriptions
- Ear Infection — examination and treatment for adults and children
- Bronchitis — chest X-ray to rule out pneumonia, inhaler prescriptions
- Pneumonia — diagnosis with on-site chest X-ray, antibiotics
- Cellulitis — skin infection treatment with antibiotics
- Flu — rapid flu test, Tamiflu prescriptions
- COVID-19 — testing and Paxlovid treatment
- Pink Eye — diagnosis and antibiotic eye drops
- Shingles — antiviral medication (most effective within 72 hours)
- Mono — monospot testing and symptom management
- Gout — same-day pain relief and uric acid testing
- Stomach Flu — anti-nausea meds and IV fluids
Injuries
- Cuts Needing Stitches — laceration repair and wound care
- Sprains and Strains — X-ray, bracing, pain management
- Back Pain — evaluation, X-ray, prescriptions, referrals
- Sciatica — pain relief and specialist referral
- Concussion — evaluation and return-to-play guidance
- Burns — first and second-degree burn treatment
- Dog Bites — wound care, antibiotics, tetanus shots
- Cat Bites — high infection risk, same-day antibiotics
- Eye Injuries — foreign body removal, evaluation
- Pinched Nerve — pain management and referrals
- High Blood Pressure — evaluation and medication management
- Hernia — assessment and surgical referral
Diagnostic Services
- X-Ray — on-site, same-day results for fractures and chest imaging
- Lab Work / Blood Tests — CBC, metabolic panels, thyroid, more
- STD/STI Testing — HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes
- Titer Blood Tests — immunity verification for work/school
- TB Testing — skin test and QuantiFERON blood test
- Drug Screening — employment-required testing
- Urinalysis — UTI, kidney function, pregnancy testing
Preventive and Primary Care
- Physical Exams — sports, school, pre-employment, DOT/CDL
- Blood Pressure Checks — evaluation and medication management
- Flu Shots — seasonal vaccination
- COVID Testing — rapid and PCR tests available
- Hernia Evaluation — assessment and surgical referral
Dermatology at Urgent Care — Oakland Location
CityHealth’s Oakland (Montclair Village) location offers dermatology services on Wednesdays. Dermatology conditions treated include:
- Acne (inflammatory and cystic)
- Eczema and atopic dermatitis
- Rosacea
- Skin tag and mole evaluation
- Hair loss (including Nutrafol prescriptions)
- Cosmetic procedures: Botox, Dysport, dermal fillers, microneedling, PRP injections
Note: Dermatology is available exclusively at the Oakland (Montclair) location on Wednesdays. All other services listed on this page are available at San Leandro 7 days a week.
Occupational Health + Workers Compensation
CityHealth San Leandro is a workers’ compensation provider. We evaluate and treat workplace injuries and provide occupational health services including:
- Work injury evaluation (OSHA, WCAB compliant)
- DOT physical exams (CDL, transportation workers)
- Pre-employment physicals
- Drug testing (urine, hair follicle)
- Alcohol testing
- Respirator fit testing and evaluations
- Tuberculosis testing (TB skin test and QuantiFERON Gold)
- Title 22 physicals
Telehealth / Virtual Care
CityHealth also offers virtual urgent care for eligible conditions. Telehealth is appropriate for:
- Cold, flu, and COVID symptoms (non-severe)
- UTI evaluation and prescription (for uncomplicated cases)
- Sinus infections
- Allergy and rash evaluation
- Prescription refills for existing conditions
- Mental health concerns (anxiety, depression screening)
Book a virtual visit online at care.cityhealth.com.
What Urgent Care CANNOT Treat
Go to the emergency room for:
- Chest pain or difficulty breathing (possible heart attack)
- Stroke symptoms (FAST: Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911)
- Severe bleeding that won’t stop
- Major trauma (car accident, falls from height)
- Loss of consciousness or seizures
- Severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) with throat swelling
- Broken bones with visible deformity
Frequently Asked Questions
Serving the East Bay: visit our guides to urgent care near Oakland and urgent care in the East Bay for location-specific information, drive times, and insurance details.
Can urgent care prescribe antibiotics?
Yes — for bacterial infections including strep, UTIs, sinus infections, and more.
Can urgent care do stitches?
Yes — laceration repair for cuts that are deep or won’t stop bleeding.
Can urgent care do X-rays?
Yes — CityHealth has on-site X-ray with same-day results.
Can urgent care treat UTIs?
Yes — same-day urine test and antibiotic prescriptions.
Does urgent care do blood work?
Yes — on-site lab work including CBC, metabolic panels, STI testing, and more.
Can urgent care treat broken bones?
Urgent care can diagnose fractures with X-ray and provide initial treatment. Complex fractures need the ER.
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Visit CityHealth Urgent Care in San Leandro
Open 7 days a week. Same-day X-ray, lab work, stitches, and treatment. Walk in or book online.
