• 403 Chilhowie Street Chilhowie, Virginia 24319
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Understanding Same-Day Appointments at Family Care of Chilhowie

When you’re not feeling well, waiting several days for a doctor’s appointment isn’t always an option. That’s why Family Care of Chilhowie offers same-day appointments for many urgent health concerns, helping patients get timely care when they need it most.

What Are Same-Day Appointments?

Same-day appointments are designed for new or sudden health issues that need prompt attention but are not emergencies. These visits help patients avoid unnecessary emergency room visits and receive care quickly in a familiar, local setting.

Common reasons for same-day visits include:

  • Cold and flu symptoms
  • Sore throat or infections
  • Minor injuries
  • Fever
  • Ear pain
  • Sudden worsening of chronic conditions

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, always call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

Why Same-Day Care Matters

Quick access to healthcare can make a significant difference in recovery and comfort. Same-day appointments allow patients to:

  • Receive faster diagnosis and treatment
  • Prevent symptoms from worsening
  • Avoid long waits at urgent care centers or ERs
  • See providers they already know and trust

This approach helps ensure patients receive appropriate care without unnecessary delays.

What to Expect During Your Visit

During a same-day appointment, your provider will:

  • Review your symptoms and medical history
  • Perform an examination if needed
  • Order tests if necessary
  • Recommend treatment or follow-up care

Our goal is to address your concern efficiently while ensuring you receive safe and effective care.

When to Call for a Same-Day Appointment

You should consider a same-day appointment if you experience:

  • Sudden illness
  • New or worsening symptoms
  • Mild injuries that need evaluation
  • Concerns that cannot wait for a routine visit

Our staff will help determine the most appropriate type of appointment based on your needs.

Getting Care When You Need It

Family Care of Chilhowie is committed to making healthcare more accessible for our community. Same-day appointments are one way we help ensure patients receive timely attention without unnecessary delays.

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  • 403 Chilhowie Street,
    Chilhowie, Virginia 24319

Jessica Reynolds

FNP-C
Jessica Reynolds, FNP-C, is an AANP Certified Family Nurse Practitioner. With 19 years of medical experience, her background encompasses case management, hospice care, home health, cardiology, and pediatrics. Jessica’s nursing career began in 2007 as a Registered Nurse following her graduation from Virginia Highlands Community College. She furthered her education by obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from King University in 2009 and completed her Masters of Science in Nursing from Old Dominion University in May 2025. Jessica is dedicated to providing excellent care to the local community. She is an active member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and the Virginia Council of Nurse Practitioners. Outside of her professional life, Jessica is a devoted mother of four—three daughters and one son. She is from Smyth County and resides in Rich Valley with her husband and her children on their farm. In her spare time, she enjoys spending quality time with her family, traveling, and engaging in outdoor activities: camping, raising cattle and goats, and riding horses.

Rebecca B. Nash

FNP
Rebecca B. Nash, FNP is a lifelong resident of Chilhowie, Virginia. She has been providing healthcare to patients in her hometown at Greever Clinic/Family Care of Chilhowie since 1999. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Radford University in 1995 and worked as a Registered Nurse at Bristol Regional Medical Center until completing graduate school through the University of Virginia earning a Master of Science in Nursing in 1999. She is AANP and ANCC certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She is also a FMCSA certified medical examiner and performs physicals for commercial motor vehicle drivers. She is married to JD Nash and they have three children, James, Eden, and River. Outside of work, Rebecca enjoys lots of family time.

Gerard H. Murphy

M.D
Gerard H. Murphy, M.D. is Board Certified in family practice and resides in Chilhowie, Virginia with his wife Jennifer and two boys Connor and Kyle. His undergraduate degree was in chemical engineering. He graduated from the University of Connecticut in 1990, Magna cum laude. Graduate studies were at the University of Connecticut Medical School in Farmington, Connecticut, graduating in 1994. Residency was completed at Middlesex Community Hospital in Middletown, Connecticut in 1997; he was selected by his peers to be Chief Resident in his final year of residency. He moved to Chilhowie in 1997 to join the Family Care of Chilhowie Practice and has been in continuous practice there for more than 20 years. He felt a calling to choose family medicine and practice in a rural, underserved area to help the broadest range of patients where high quality health care is needed most. Hobbies include basketball, golf, restoring classic cars, and enjoying the great outdoors.