Pediatric urgent care
Thoughtful care for kids in Des Moines
Get help for common childhood illnesses and minor injuries, with care focused on your child's needs.
Common Questions
What concerns can pediatric urgent care evaluate?
Pediatric urgent care typically evaluates common illnesses and minor injuries that need prompt attention but are not life-threatening. Contact Little Sprout Urgent Care to ask whether your child’s specific concern is appropriate for a clinic visit.
Should I go to urgent care or the emergency room?
Urgent care may be appropriate for non-emergency illnesses or minor injuries. For severe trouble breathing, loss of consciousness, major injury, or another life-threatening emergency, call 911 or go to an emergency department.
Do I need an appointment?
Appointment and walk-in options can vary. Contact Little Sprout Urgent Care before visiting to confirm current availability and learn what to expect when bringing your child in.
What should I bring to my child’s visit?
Bring your child’s insurance information, a list of medications and allergies, and notes about symptoms and when they began. If available, bring relevant medical records or information from your child’s primary care provider.
Can urgent care replace my child’s regular doctor?
Urgent care can address immediate, non-emergency concerns, but it does not replace routine checkups or ongoing care. Share visit recommendations with your child’s primary care provider when follow-up is advised.
Care for Kids, Close to Home
Find prompt care for common childhood illnesses and minor injuries at a pediatric urgent care clinic in Des Moines.
Illness Visits
Care for common childhood illnesses, with an evaluation suited to your child's symptoms.
Minor Injury Care
Evaluation for everyday bumps, sprains, and minor cuts.
Ear and Sore Throat Care
Get symptoms checked when ear pain or a sore throat disrupts the day.
Fever Evaluation
Have a clinician assess your child's fever and related symptoms.
Respiratory Symptoms
Evaluation for common cough and breathing-related concerns.
School and Sports Physicals
Schedule a physical for school, sports, or other routine requirements.
Care Focused on Kids
When a child feels unwell or gets hurt, families need clear guidance and timely care. Little Sprout Urgent Care offers pediatric urgent care in Des Moines for non-emergency illnesses and minor injuries, helping caregivers find an appropriate next step when their child cannot wait for a routine appointment.
The clinic is designed around children’s needs and the questions caregivers bring to a visit. The care team can assess common urgent concerns, explain care recommendations, and help families understand when follow-up or emergency care may be needed. For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
What to Expect at a Visit
Step 1
Contact the Clinic
Ask about hours, available services, and whether urgent care is appropriate for your child's symptoms.
Step 2
Share the Details
Describe symptoms, when they started, and any relevant health history or medicines.
Step 3
Get an Evaluation
A clinician reviews your child's concern, performs an exam, and discusses appropriate next steps.
Step 4
Follow the Guidance
Use the care instructions provided and contact your child's regular provider if follow-up is recommended.
Need care for your child?
Contact the Des Moines clinic to ask about services, hours, and the best next step for your child's symptoms.
Contact the Clinic
Contact Little Sprout Urgent Care with questions about pediatric urgent care, clinic availability, or the right next step for your child.
Address
944 Park Avenue, Des Moines, IA
Phone
(515) 555-0121
Email
[email protected]
Opening hours
Every day: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM