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Need a physican?
911
FOR IMMEDIATE EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE TELEPHONE 911 AND SPEAK WITH THE OPERATOR. KNOW YOUR LOCATION - IF SOMEONE IS NEAR YOU WITH A PHONE, ASK THEM TO CALL 911 - THIS IS A NATIONAL EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBER.
Illnesses and Small Injuries:
Non-emergency illnesses and small injuries are treated at local doctor offices or urgent care centers.
To find a doctor:
- Go to the Yellow Pages in the telephone book
- Turn to the category called "Physicians and Surgeons" Doctors are listed by their specialties.
- Common ailments, such as the flu, are treated by Family Practice doctors or urgent care centers.
Note: Dare County Transportation will drive you to your doctor's appointment. Call two days in advance. Dare Country Transportation System: 252-475-5640. OR, Contact Pathways for a ride to the doctor's office - Pathways: 252.255.0042.
Medical Emergencies
The Outer Banks has a hospital for medical emergencies. There are also two emergency medical centers on the Outer Banks for minor medical emergencies.
The Outer Banks Hospital
Open 24 hours
Nags Head, MP 14
252-449-4500 ~ Toll-free: 877-359-9179
Regional Medical Center
Family and specialist medical care center
Milepost 2
252-261-9000
Outer Banks Urgent Care
Hours: Monday-Saturday 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM
MP 14
(252) 261-8040
Health East Family Care
Cape Hatteras
252.986.2756
Health East Family Care
Avon
252.995.3073
Important Insurance Information
There is no national health care system in the United States. You must pay for your medical care and contact your insurance carrier for reimbursement. Understand the terms of the medical insurance program that you secured with the Work/Travel Program. Take your insurance documentation with you when you go to the doctor.