Walk-in care at Children’s Minnesota
When minor illnesses and injuries come up, our walk-in care is here to help at most primary care clinics.
Find out more about what walk-in care is and more frequently ask questions.
Let us know you’re coming and we’ll save your spot
Choose a nearby walk-in clinic, see how many patients are in line, and tell us when you’ll arrive. We’ll hold your child’s spot in line before you walk through the door.
Note: Wait times may vary by patient volume or urgent needs. Walk-in care may close early if capacity is reached.
Where you can find walk-in care
Children’s Minnesota Primary Care Clinic – Brooklyn Park
Walk-in care hours:
Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for sick visits.
Children’s Minnesota Partners in Pediatrics Primary Care Clinic – Maple Grove
Walk-in care hours:
Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Saturday – Sunday: 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Children’s Minnesota Primary Care Clinic – Minneapolis
Walk-in care hours:
Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Children’s Minnesota Partners in Pediatrics Primary Care Clinic – Minnetonka
Walk-in care hours:
Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Children’s Minnesota Partners in Pediatrics Primary Care Clinic – Rogers
Walk-in care hours:
Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Children’s Minnesota Partners in Pediatrics Primary Care Clinic – St. Louis Park
Walk-in care hours:
Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Children’s Minnesota Primary Care Clinic – St. Paul
Walk-in care hours:
Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Children’s Minnesota Primary Care Clinic – West St. Paul
Walk-in care hours:
Monday, Wednesday and Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Symptom Checker
Does your child need an appointment or can their symptoms be treated at home? Find out now with the Symptom Checker, available 24/7.
Frequently ask questions about walk-in care
When your child isn’t feeling well, it’s not always easy to know where to go. The FAQs below explain the differences between walk-in care, urgent care and emergency care so you can make the best choice for your family.
What is walk-in care?
Walk-in care is a convenient option if your child is experiencing symptoms that recently started and are non-severe. Walk-in care is not for urgent or emergency medical or mental health cases.
When should I use walk-in care?
Walk-in care is typically best when your child may be experiencing something that recently started and is of a non-severe nature. It is not for urgent or emergency cases.
See the list below for the conditions we treat at our walk-in care clinics.
What conditions can be treated at walk-in care?
- Cough
- Common cold
- Fever
- Vomiting and diarrhea
- Rash
- Pink eye
- Minor injuries
- Ear pain
- Sore throat
- Wheezing or acute asthma
- Possible urinary tract infection
- Sinus infection
Who can get care at Children’s Minnesota’s walk-in care clinics?
Current Children’s Minnesota patients or new patients wanting to establish care can receive care at our walk-in care clinics.
When should I make a primary care appointment?
If your child needs a well child check-up, has ongoing symptoms such as stomachaches and headaches, or special or complex health care needs, we recommend making a primary care appointment.
You may also make a primary care appointment for any symptoms on our list of conditions cared for at a walk-in care appointment if you prefer a set day and time for your appointment. See the list mentioned above.
When should I go to the emergency department?
If your child is experiencing a life-threatening emergency call 9-1-1 right away. If your child is experiencing anything severe, it is recommended you go to an emergency department.
You should take your child to an emergency department if they need access to an MRI, ultrasound or CT, if they need a fracture set, if they may need more advanced lab tests or if they need access to specialists on site. These conditions and needs are best suited for emergency departments rather than walk-in care.
