Minor & Acute Injury Care at Burkhart DPC: Expert Wound Treatment Without the ER Hassle

Minor & Acute Injury Care at Burkhart DPC: Expert Wound Treatment Without the ER Hassle

Life doesn’t slow down just because you’ve cut your hand cooking dinner or sprained your ankle chasing after the kids. But when a sudden injury happens, most people feel torn between two stressful options: waiting for hours in a crowded ER or paying high costs at urgent care.

That’s where Direct Primary Care (DPC) steps in. At Burkhart Direct Family Care, we provide minor and acute injury care that’s fast, personal, and affordable, without the hassle of the emergency room.

What Counts as an Acute Injury?

An acute injury is one that happens suddenly and requires immediate attention. Examples include:

  • Cuts or lacerations that may need stitches

  • Sprains and strains

  • Minor burns

  • Simple fractures

  • Sports injuries

  • Infected wounds

If you’ve ever wondered, “Which of the following is an acute injury?” — the answer is anything unexpected that causes pain, swelling, bleeding, or loss of function right away.

Minor Injury Treatment Made Simple

When it comes to minor injury treatment, our approach is straightforward: quick access, expert attention, and follow-up care that doesn’t stop when you leave the clinic.

Whether it’s a child’s scraped knee, a work-related cut, or a sprained wrist, Burkhart DPC provides wound care in primary care settings,  meaning you don’t have to bounce between urgent care, specialists, and the ER.

Our team acts as your primary wound care specialists, handling everything from cleaning and dressing wounds to monitoring for infection and ensuring proper healing.

The Value of Direct Primary Care Membership for Injury Care

With a direct primary care membership, you don’t need to think twice about reaching out when an injury happens. Members enjoy:

  • Same-day or next-day appointments for acute needs

  • Direct access to your doctor via text or call

  • Transparent, affordable pricing (no surprise ER bills)

  • Personalized care that doesn’t rush you in and out

For families, this can be a huge relief. Parents know that pediatric injuries,from playground tumbles to sports sprains, will be treated quickly by someone who already knows their child’s health history.

Skip the ER: A Better Way to Get Treated

Emergency rooms are essential for life-threatening conditions, but most minor injuries don’t belong there. In fact, many ER visits could easily be handled in a primary care setting.

We recently shared more about this in our blog: Avoid the ER: 7 Simple Treatments at Burkhart Direct Family Care. It’s worth a read if you want to see just how many everyday issues your DPC doctor can handle without the stress and cost of hospital care.

Your Partner in Healing

Accidents happen, but the way you recover doesn’t have to be complicated. With Burkhart Direct Family Care, you’ll always have a trusted partner ready to provide acute injury care, treat wounds effectively, and get you back to life quickly and safely.

If you’re looking for care that combines expert wound treatment with the personal attention you deserve, Burkhart Direct Family Care is here for you.

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9724 Kingston Pike
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Lenoir City, TN  37771
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