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Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

The necessary care you need, provided with amazing service and a welcoming atmosphere to put you at ease. 

At Mills Urgent Care, we are more than equipped to provide efficient, top quality orthopedic care to the community through our relationships with the Orthopaedic Clinic, East Alabama Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, and the Hughston Clinic. With direct physician contact, you are able to choose which clinic you would like to use, and consultation can be made at the time of your visit with follow up arranged typically within 1-3 days if necessary. 

X-ray is available on site at both our Shug Jordan and East Glenn locations, and ALL x-rays are reviewed by our providers, then read by an actual radiologist typically within a few hours for a secondary read. This ensures that our patients are getting the safest, most appropriate care possible!

Learn more about Orthopedics & Sports Medicine from Mills Urgent Care today, powered by Hughston Clinic!

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Why Orthopedics & Sports Medicine with Mills Urgent Care?

Our top-of-the-line Orthopedics & Sports Medicine care provides a variety of services such as screenings, medication prescriptions, splints, braces, health counseling, wound care, and even minor surgical procedures. It is important to have an orthopedic healthcare provider you can immediately call on. At our urgent cares, you are also commonly able to save time and money when compared to visiting the emergency room. Here at Mills Urgent Care, we go the extra mile with amazing service provided to everyone. From month-old babies to college students and the elderly, you can count on us to treat your family like our family with professional orthopedic care provided around the clock.

  • Access to follow up at all 3 orthopedic clinics in Auburn/Opelika
  • Digital X-rays on site, read by provider and a radiologist
  • Braces
  • Splints
  • Screenings
  • Wound Care
  • Health Counseling
  • Medication Prescriptions
  • Minor Surgical Procedures

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Rapid Ortho Pathway powered by Hughston Clinic

If you’ve suffered a sports injury, fracture, sprain, or joint injury, Mills Urgent Care provides fast evaluation and treatment in Auburn. Through our collaboration with Hughston Clinic, patients who need specialty care can receive priority orthopedic referral and expedited follow-up.

 

Our Rapid Ortho Pathway allows patients to start care at Mills Urgent Care and seamlessly transition to orthopedic specialists when advanced treatment is needed.

This means faster diagnosis, faster treatment, and faster recovery.

The Rapid Ortho Pathway powered by Hughston Clinic

Our streamlined process helps patients move quickly from urgent care evaluation to orthopedic specialty care when needed.

Step 1: Walk-In Evaluation

Visit Mills Urgent Care for immediate assessment of your injury.

Step 2: Diagnosis & Treatment

Our team can provide:

• On-site X-rays
• Splinting and bracing
• Pain and inflammation treatment
• Activity guidance and recovery recommendations

Step 3: Priority Orthopedic Referral

If specialized care is required through Hughston Clinic, we coordinate priority follow-up with orthopedic specialists at Hughston Clinic.

When to Visit Urgent Care for an Orthopedic Injury

You should visit urgent care if you experience:

• Sudden joint pain or swelling
• Difficulty bearing weight on a limb
• Suspected fracture or dislocation
• Sports injuries during games or workouts
• Significant sprains or ligament injuries
• Limited range of motion after an injury

Prompt evaluation helps prevent complications and speeds recovery.

Orthopedic Urgent Care Near Opelika and Auburn

Patients from across Lee County rely on Mills Urgent Care for fast evaluation of sports injuries and orthopedic problems.

Our collaboration with Hughston Clinic ensures that when advanced orthopedic care is needed, patients receive seamless referral to trusted specialists.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an appointment for a sports injury?

No. Mills Urgent Care accepts walk-ins, so you can be evaluated quickly after an injury.

Can urgent care diagnose fractures?

Yes. Our clinic provides X-ray imaging and fracture stabilization, including splints and braces.

When should I see an orthopedic specialist?

If your injury involves a complex fracture, ligament tear, or persistent pain, our providers can coordinate priority referral to orthopedic specialists.

 

Get Care Today!

If you have a sports injury or orthopedic problem, visit Mills Urgent Care in Auburn for fast evaluation and access to specialized orthopedic care.

Walk-ins welcome.

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Specific Services

Our top-of-the-line Orthopedics & Sports Medicine services help with common orthopedic injuries, including joint injuries, bone injuries (including fractures and bruises), and ligament injuries. We help get you on the road to recovery as quickly as possible with the help of our professional orthopedic and sports medicine team here in Auburn.

Orthopedic Care Definition

We provide expert orthopedic care for fractures, sprains, strains, sports injuries, and joint pain at our 2 local urgent care clinic locations here in Auburn. Our experienced providers deliver fast diagnosis, digital X-rays, splinting, and injury treatment without the ER wait. Walk in today for affordable, same-day orthopedic injury care in Auburn.

Importance of Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Orthopedic care at a local urgent care clinic treats fractures, sprains, strains, sports injuries, and joint pain. Fast diagnosis, on-site digital X-rays, and same-day injury treatment help reduce pain, speed recovery, and prevent long-term damage without the higher cost and waiting times often experienced at the ER.

Why Patients Choose Mills Urgent Care for Orthopedic Injuries

  • Same-day injury evaluation
  • On-site X-ray imaging
  • Sports injury expertise
  • Two convenient Auburn locations
  • Priority orthopedic referral pathway

We ensure patients receive both immediate care and access to expert orthopedic specialists.