You should visit a walk-in clinic whenever you have a medical need that is urgent, but not an emergency, and your doctor is not available. This could apply to dozens of different situations, from minor illnesses to mild injuries. The main reason people go to a walk-in clinic is to receive urgent medical care, but there are a number of benefits people receive when visiting these clinics, including: • Patients are seen much quicker • Patients will pay less • Walk-in clinics provide overall care