It is not easy to travel to Orlando in order to visit Universal. It's not as easy as using Floo Powder to get to Harry Potters Diagon Alley. Or having your Minions prepare for your Gru trip. The week leading up to your trip you are exhausted. You make sure that everything is in order at work, at home, and at home. You've been up late and not gotten enough sleep. You are the perfect candidate for the flu or cold. What happens next? A runny nose, stuffy nose, and constant coughing. You might have an eye infection, ear infection, or stomach flu. No matter what the reason, it's not fun to get sick while you are visiting Orlando. This is supposed to be a place where you can vacation like you mean it.There are many ways that you can get back to your health and wellness in Orlando. These are some tips to help you get started:Contact Your Local Health Care ProviderYou can contact your primary care provider to explain your situation. They may be able to give you a prescription to a local pharmacy if it is a minor problem such as pink eye, ear infections, or a chest cold. They will have your information already on file so you can pick up your order at the store, just as you would at home.Telemedicine is availableMany insurance plans offer access to a Teledoc, Doctor on Demand, or similar service because of COVID. You can talk to a doctor over the phone or FaceTime chat and receive a recommendation. These providers can also send prescriptions to a pharmacy on your behalf. You may not have to pay a consultation fee, but it could be included in your coverage. To see if you are eligible, bring your card and call the customer service line. A Walgreens App can be used to access a virtual doctor. The fee for an assessment varies, but may not exceed $49. Nemours CareConnect is another option for telemedicine if your child is sick. Even if your child has swimmer's ear or sore throat, their doctors can treat it right from your phone.Find a local pharmacy clinicThere are many pharmacies around the area that have Nurse Practitioners and Physician assistants available. They can help with basic issues and even write prescriptions. You should check with your insurance to determine which locations are covered. However, the fees for Urgent Care and Emergency Room visits are much lower.CVS MINUTECLINIC7599 WEST SAND LAKE ROADORLANDO, FL 32219Local Walk-In ClinicsYou can also find many walk-in clinics in the Universal Orlando area. They treat guests from all parts of the globe so it is a good idea to verify if they accept your insurance and how much they charge. A $300 bill from a doctor for a sore throat should not ruin your vacation.CARE SPOT URGENT CPR7751 KINGSPOINTE PKYSUITE 114ORLANDO FL, 32219PARAMOUNT URGENT CPR8972 TURKEY LAKE ROAD SOUTHORLANDO, FL 32219Centra Care, formerly Florida Hospital, is Advent Health's urgent care division. They are open seven days per week and are staffed with pediatric and adult trained Florida Hospital doctors. These are the places to go if you have a more serious issue, such as one that requires X-rays and stitches. The closest location to Universal Orlando is Dr. Phillips.DR. PHILLIPS CENTRA CARE8014 CONROYWINDERMERE RD.ORLANDO, FL 32335In-Room Medical CareThe Medical Concierge is another option for guests who visit Orlando. The EastCoast Medical Network offers a Walk-in Clinic that is open from 8AM to 4PM. It provides In-Room Urgent Care (Doctor House calls) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They also provide referrals to any of their network clinics in the following specialties.Pediatricians* Dental* Chiropractor* Diabetology* OB/GYN* Orthopedic* Psychology*You can reach them 24 hours a days at 855-935-55252 or at their main clinic at:6000 TURKEY LAKE ROADSUITE 206ORLANDO, FL 32219This service is excellent. I know this because a friend from the UK needed emergency dental treatment. The local dentist saw him that morning and prescribed medications to help his problem until he could return home.Hospital Emergency RoomSometimes, medical emergencies don't follow a set schedule. The Emergency Room is the best option if you require emergency care at any hour of the day. Universal Orlando's nearest hospital is:ORLANDO HEALTH, DR. P.PHILLIPS HOSPITAL ERGENCY DEPARTMENT9400 TURKEY LAND RDORLANDO, FL 32219You can seek medical attention at any of the First Aid Centers if you become ill while in one of the Universal Orlando Theme Parks.Universal Studios Florida has a Family Services First Aid Station located near the Studio Audience Center. Canal Street is where you will find the main Health Services station, between the New York Street Set & the San Francisco Street Set.Universals Islands of Adventure has First Aid Stations located in the Guest Services Lobby to the right of main entrance turnstiles. The main Health Services station can be found in Sindbads Village, The Lost Continent.The First Aid Station at Universals Volcano Bay is located right next to the park's entrance. It is staffed by professional paramedics and registered nurses. Ask any member of the team if you have any questions.FINAL THOUGHTSIt is not fun to get sick while on vacation, but it can happen, especially at Universal Orlando. These tips should help you get the medical attention you need to get back on your feet and be able to enjoy your vacation.You want to comment on this article? That's great! This will help you to get it approved.Do you like this post? Share it! There are many more like it. We would love for you to stay and receive email notifications when we post. You might also like to join our Facebook Group. We have over 23,000 members. Here you can ask questions about travel, including Disney parks. We are glad you're here, no matter if you have read them before or if this is your first visit.This post was first published on Your Mileage May VaryTweet this: Share itFacebookPinterestSimilar to this: Loading...
