Dignity Health Family Care Clinic - Merced, CA

About Dignity Health Family Care Clinic - Merced, CA

Dignity Health Family Care Clinic - Merced, CA is a outpatient services clinic that offers many services, including coughs, colds, and flu, minor procedures, and skin infections. Visit Dignity Health Family Care Clinic - Merced, CA located at 315 E 13th St, Merced, CA. This Merced outpatient services clinic is one of the best in California. As part of the Dignity Health network, Dignity Health Family Care Clinic - Merced, CA is dedicated to delivering high quality, compassionate care and access to Merced and nearby communities.

Services We Offer

• Minor Procedures

Minor Procedures

Minor surgical procedures are any procedures that can be safely performed in an outpatient facility or environment. These procedures do not require the use of general anesthetic or the need for respiratory assistance.

Conditions We Treat

• Coughs, Colds, and Flu
• Minor Cuts
• Skin Infections
• Small Area Minor Burns or Extreme Sunburns
• Sprains

Coughs, Colds, and Flu

The common cold, including chest cold and head cold, and seasonal influenza are caused by viruses. Over-the-counter cold medications are most commonly taken to relieve symptoms including sore throat, runny nose, congestion, and cough, and are usually effective. In some cases, however, prescription medication and/or hospitalization may be required.

Minor Cuts

Minor cuts are any cuts that only penetrate the top layers of skin. Wash your hands with soap and water, then put pressure on the cut to stop the bleeding and treat the cut by cleaning it, applying an antibiotic cream or ointment, and covering it with a bandage. Watch for signs of infection.

Skin Infections

There are many different types of skin infections that can be caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. Examples of skin infections include warts, herpes simplex, leprosy, impetigo, cellulitis, scabies, and ringworm.

Small Area Minor Burns or Extreme Sunburns

Small area minor burns and extreme sunburns, also known as first degree burns, are burns that affect the top layer of skin. These burns are the least severe and can often be treated at home with the use of cold compresses and soothing products, such as aloe vera, honey, and antibiotic lotions.

Sprains

Sprains are common injuries, particularly in athletes and other physically active people. A sprain occurs when the ligaments that hold the bones together at a joint become overstretched or torn.