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Should you head to the ER or call your doctor? When your child is sick or injured, knowing where to go can save you hours of waiting and stress. Find out more here: https://www.eugenepeds.com/healthy-ki...

Did you know that 20% of children in the ER could have been seen sooner by their primary doctor? In this video, Dr. Pilar Bradshaw of Eugene Pediatric Associates breaks down the difference between a true emergency and a situation your pediatrician can handle. Learn the specific red flags that require a 911 call — such as serious falls or respiratory distress — and why your “medical home” is the best place for non-life-threatening illnesses.

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0:00 Many ER trips can be avoided
0:19 The “Where do we go?” dilemma
0:29 When to call 911 immediately
1:10 Symptoms your pediatrician can treat
1:28 Pediatrician can help with triage
1:45 Benefits of calling your “medical home”