Urgent Care 101
Urgent care or the ER? How to decide
A quick guide to knowing when a walk-in visit is the faster, more affordable choice, and when to call 911 instead.
Read moreHealth tips & the latest from 1st Choice
Practical guidance for patients and families in Bakersfield, from when to choose urgent care to seasonal testing and recovery.
Offer
Free sports physicals this season
Get your student-athlete cleared to play. Here's what to bring and what to expect during a quick physical.
Read more
Seasonal
Flu and cold: rapid testing on-site
Feeling run down? Our on-site rapid tests for flu, COVID, and more give you answers while you wait, not days later.
Read more
Wound Care
Cuts and scrapes: when you need stitches
How to tell a minor cut from one that needs professional closure, plus simple first-aid steps before you come in.
Read more
Wellness
IV hydration therapy, explained
Dehydrated from illness, heat, or a tough week? Here's how in-clinic IV fluids help you bounce back faster.
Read more
Our Team
Care that feels like family
Meet the board-certified providers who treat every patient like family, with the friendliest care in the area.
Read more