Sick Visit Medical Care
Thoughtful Care for Acute Illness — Without the Rush
At James Clinic, sick visits are designed for acute symptoms of short duration, evaluated by experienced clinicians who take the time to think — not just prescribe.
These visits are designed to be thorough, efficient, and clinically sound, while remaining clearly distinct from our deeper integrative and functional medicine programs.
Chesterfield, MO · Ankeny, IA · Chariton, IA · Virtual visits available
What Sick Visits Are For
Sick visits are appropriate for symptoms present for 3–5 days or less, including:
- Upper respiratory symptoms
- Viral or mild bacterial illness
- Acute fatigue or malaise
- Short-term gastrointestinal symptoms
- Other new, uncomplicated concerns
These visits focus on what is happening right now and how to support recovery appropriately.
What’s Included
Each sick visit ($350) includes:
- Comprehensive medical evaluation
- Evidence-based assessment and diagnosis when appropriate
- Layered recommendations, including conventional and integrative support
- Any relevant same-day testing if clinically indicated
- Short-interval follow-up on results
- Brief check-in within a few days if needed
No rushing. No dismissal. No unnecessary escalation.
Wellness Visits (Adult or Pediatric)
Types of Single Visits We Offer
These visits are designed for patients who are currently well and want a high-quality preventive or developmental check-in.
Adult wellness visits may include:
- General health review
- Preventive guidance
- Hormone, metabolic, or lifestyle discussion at a high level
- Review of existing labs or health concerns
Pediatric wellness visits may include:
- Developmental milestone review
- Growth and general health assessment
- Parental questions and anticipatory guidance
Sick Visits
- Upper respiratory symptoms
- Viral or mild bacterial illness
- Acute fatigue or malaise
- Other short-duration concerns
Focus on:
- Determining what is most likely happening now
- Providing appropriate treatment or supportive care
- Offering guidance on what to watch for and when to escalate
Questions about sick visit care ?
- Management of chronic or long-standing symptoms
- Extensive diagnostic testing
- Functional or root-cause evaluations
- Ongoing medical management
If symptoms suggest complexity, we’ll tell you clearly and discuss next steps.
- Patients early in an illness
- Parents seeking thoughtful pediatric sick care
- Adults wanting clarity without over-treatment
- Those who value medical judgment over reflexive prescriptions
James Clinic does not push vaccines.
If vaccines are discussed, it is done only in the context of informed, respectful conversation, guided by patient preference and individual risk — never mandates or coercion.
Our Philosophy
Single visits at James Clinic are not a shortcut. They are a contained, respectful form of care for patients who want clarity without commitment.
We believe good medicine:
- Sets boundaries
- Honors patient choice
- Uses the right level of care for the problem at hand
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Dave Greene
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The entire staff is very friendly and sincerely interested your health. I have had blood tests done that my insurance primary has never heard of and that revealed issues that he was unaware of. James clinic diagnosed the cause and cured tge problem. They are the best!
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steven marchant
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The James Clinic is like stepping into a different world,they care about their patients! I've been with them several years, it's a five hour drive for me. They seem more like family That's hard to find! I would suggest the James Clinic 100 percent.
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Deanna Martin
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I love the James Clinic and everyone there! I have learned so much about how to improve my health and not just how to treat my symptoms. They are so real there. They talk to you. They engage on a personal level and really care about my health and wellness. I feel very in control of my healthcare rather than being controlled by the provider or insurance company. I highly recommend this clinic and its providers!!
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Maria C
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Exceptional from the staff at the front door, throughout the clinic, the advance practice HCPs and Dr. James herself! Do yourself a favor and make the investment in your OPTIMAL state of health. Come educated. Come curious. They love having discussions. The testing and health optimization tools they offer are exceptional.
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Brad Smyth
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I cannot say enough positive things about Dr James and her entire staff. We work primarily with Sara Taylor, NP, and she has been nothing short of amazing. Our whole family, including my two teenage boys, have been with them for over a year now and we are thankful every day that we found them. One of my teenage sons has ASD, on top of numerous health issues and the attention Sara and the team has given to help him has been life changing!
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Brett & Connie Roberts
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sara Taylor is awesome! She has taken care of all my outpatient needs for more than 18 months! 10/10 all the time
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Jennifer Lyman
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. In addition to being incredibly knowledgable, I really appreciate the care Kate takes with her patients. It's very valuable to me that they are functional medicine physicians/NPs at this practice vs those who wear the doctor title without having medical training.
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Joanne Curran
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. NPs Justina Timms and Sarah Taylor are always incredibly well prepared, knowledgeable and take all the time needed to explain labs and test results to me in ways that I can understand. Their professionalism and expertise continue to astound me. They also check in after procedures or explanations with well documented follow up. In addition, every nurse at the clinic is warm, friendly, personable, knowledgeable and professional to the Nth degree! Theresa, Michelle, Whitney, Lauren, Brenda, Mary and Chelsea all work hard and are extremely timely when completing procedures such as HBOT and MDI treatments. I have nothing but the highest regard for the James Clinic and all who work there including their lead Dr. Mollie James. My gratitude runs deep for their services.
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