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Cicero
5741 W Cermak Rd
7 AM – 12 AM
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2408 W Cermak Rd
8 AM – 9 PM
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3752 W. 26th Street
8 AM – 8 PM
Johanna Montoya, MHS, PA-C
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Brian Harvey DNP. ARNP. FNP-BC
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Andrea Seney, PA-C
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Jacob Luka, PA-C
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Laura Jorgensen, NP
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Ishani Patel PA-C
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David Clark PA-C
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Alvina Shaikh PA-C
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While they affect more children than adults, ear infections can lead to severe and long-lasting complications. The team at Cermak Immediate Care in Cicero and the neighborhood of Marshall Square in Chicago, Illinois, works closely with people of all ages to offer the most comprehensive and effective treatment to promptly revitalize ear canals. If you’re experiencing symptoms or want to make sure your child stays protected against these types of infections, call Cermak Immediate Care or request an appointment online today.
An ear infection refers to inflammation of either the ear canal or the middle ear. There are two main types of ear infections:
Otitis media refers to an infection of the middle ear. There are two main types of Otitis media:
Acute otitis externa refers to an infection or inflammation of the ear canal. This is also called swimmer’s ear. In most cases, AOE exhibits symptoms immediately due to a bacterial infection.
There are many different causes of ear infections, including:
Children between the ages of six months and two years old are more susceptible to ear infections since they haven’t yet developed a healthy immune system and their ear canals haven’t yet properly developed.
Symptoms of ear infection vary depending on whether you’re a child or an adult. In adults, symptoms include ear pain, weak hearing, and fluid drainage in the ear. In children, however, the symptoms are more extensive. Symptoms of ear infections in children include, but are not limited to:
It’s essential that you schedule an appointment with Cermak Immediate Care if you or your child are exhibiting any of the above symptoms.
While you should schedule an appointment as soon as you can, symptoms can dissipate within a few days. If symptoms don’t go away within a week, you definitely need medical treatment.
The team at Cermak Immediate Care prescribes pain medication, like Tylenol and Advil, to help with discomfort. They might also recommend antibiotics to reduce inflammation.
In most extreme cases, ear infections require a minimally invasive surgical procedure. You provider can talk to you about whether you might need tympanostomy tubes in your ear to help with the drainage of excess fluid.
Ear infections can be treated with expert medical attention. Cermak Immediate Care gives you immediate relief and prevents recurrent symptoms. Call the nearest office, request an appointment online, or simply walk in today.
We accept most major insurance plans. Self-pay pricing is also available — no hidden fees.
Walk in anytime or book online to save your spot. Two locations, open 7 days a week.
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We treat non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries including flu, COVID-19, strep throat, ear infections, UTIs, sore throat, lacerations, sprains and strains, minor burns, work injuries, and rashes. We also offer primary care, STD testing, physicals, women's health, and management of chronic conditions like asthma, diabetes, and high blood pressure.
Most patients are seen within 15–30 minutes of arrival, though wait times vary by location, time of day, and visit complexity. To minimize your wait, book your visit online in advance or call the location nearest you before walking in.
Cermak Immediate Care accepts most major insurance plans, including PPO, HMO, and Medicare. We also offer transparent self-pay pricing with no hidden fees for uninsured or out-of-network patients. Call either location to verify your specific plan, or view our insurance and self-pay pricing page.
Yes. Walk-ins are welcome at both Cermak Immediate Care locations — Cicero and Chicago, Illinois — seven days a week. The Cicero clinic is open 7 AM to 12 AM, and the Chicago clinic is open 8 AM to 9 PM. No appointment is required, though you can book online or call ahead to reduce your wait time.
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