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.
Does urgent care do X-rays?
Yes — CityHealth San Leandro has on-site digital X-ray equipment available for immediate use. X-rays are commonly used to evaluate broken bones, fractures, sprains, chest infections, foreign objects, and joint injuries. Results are read by our providers within minutes, allowing for same-visit diagnosis and treatment. You don’t need a referral or prior appointment to get an X-ray at urgent care. This capability is one reason urgent care handles so many of the conditions that used to require an ER visit.
Can urgent care prescribe medication?
Yes. Urgent care providers — including physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants — are licensed to prescribe medications. This includes antibiotics for infections, antivirals, steroids, inhalers, anti-nausea medications, and many other treatments. At CityHealth San Leandro, prescriptions are sent electronically to your preferred pharmacy immediately after your visit, so you can pick up your medication on the way home. Note that urgent care providers follow responsible prescribing guidelines and do not prescribe controlled substances like opioids or benzodiazepines.
Is urgent care open on weekends?
Yes — CityHealth San Leandro is open 7 days a week, including weekends and most holidays. Many illnesses and injuries don’t follow a Monday–Friday schedule, and CityHealth is designed to be available when you need care. Weekend hours are the same as weekday hours. Whether you need care for a weekend sports injury, a sudden illness on Saturday, or a prescription refill on Sunday, CityHealth urgent care is available without an appointment. Check cityhealth.com for current hours and any holiday schedule updates.
Visit CityHealth Urgent Care for Comprehensive Treatment Today
CityHealth San Leandro is your community urgent care center equipped to treat nearly any non-emergency condition. From infections, injuries, and lab work to X-rays, vaccinations, and specialist referrals — we provide comprehensive care in one convenient location at 2110 Davis St, San Leandro. Open 7 days a week with no appointment needed. Walk in today or book online at cityhealth.com.
