It is inevitable that everyone will get sick in their lifetime, whether it is a major health related issue or something minor like a cold. Unfortunately, a person can become ill at any moment in time, and the doctor’s office is not open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In addition, a trip to the emergency room is not always cost effective, and it is not always an efficient use of time considering the long waiting periods. Fortunately, there are urgent care centers that offer extended non-traditional hours and accept most walki-ins. These facilities are great options for people who are not experiencing emergency health situations. They are also more cost friendly than the emergency room, and the wait time is significantly less. So if you fall ill and your primary physician office is not open, you can visit your local urgent care center for examination by a medical doctor.