Services
Flu Treatment
in Surfside
Hit with sudden fever, body aches, and chills? Walk in for a rapid flu test, results in about 15 minutes, and treatment the same visit. Physician-led, open seven days a week.
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Same-day flu care, start to finish
The flu is one of the most common reasons people come to TrufaMED. Walk in and a board-certified physician evaluates your symptoms, runs a rapid nasal swab with results in about 15 minutes, and treats you on the spot: an antiviral such as oseltamivir (Tamiflu) when it will help, medication for fever and aches, and IV hydration if you need it. On-site digital X-ray is ready if your physician wants to rule out pneumonia. No appointment, no referral.
Flu, cold, or COVID?
They share symptoms, so guessing is easy to get wrong. The flu usually arrives suddenly and hits hard; a cold builds slowly and stays mild; COVID overlaps with both. A rapid swab settles it in about 15 minutes, and we can test for flu, COVID, strep, and RSV at the same time.
| Symptom or sign | Hits hard, fastFlu | Mild, gradualCold | Overlaps bothCOVID |
|---|---|---|---|
| Onset | Sudden, within hours | Gradual, over days | Gradual or sudden |
| Fever | Common, often high | Rare or mild | Common |
| Body aches | Common, often severe | Mild | Common |
| Fatigue and weakness | Common, can be intense | Mild | Common |
| Runny or stuffy nose | Sometimes | Common | Sometimes |
| Loss of taste or smell | Rare | Rare | Possible |
A symptom chart is a guide, not a diagnosis. A rapid test gives you the real answer the same visit.
From swab to treatment in one visit
A flu visit at TrufaMED follows a clear path, with diagnostics and treatment under one roof so you leave with a plan, not a referral.
Rapid flu test
A quick nasal swab confirms whether you have Influenza A or B, with results in about 15 minutes. We can test for COVID, strep, and RSV in the same swab when it makes sense.
Fever and vitals check
Full vital signs, temperature, and a review of your symptom timeline and history, so your physician understands how the illness is moving and how hard it is hitting you.
Hydration assessment
An evaluation for dehydration from fever, sweating, and a poor appetite, with in-clinic IV hydration available the same visit if you need it.
Antiviral when it helps
An antiviral such as oseltamivir (Tamiflu) when it is appropriate, most useful within about 48 hours of your first symptoms, plus medication to ease fever, aches, and cough.
X-ray if needed
If your physician suspects a chest complication, on-site digital X-ray can rule out pneumonia the same visit, with a physician read in about ten minutes.
Recovery plan
Clear instructions on medications, what to watch for, and when to return, with physician-led telehealth follow-up if symptoms drag on longer than expected.
What the flu is, and who it hits hardest
Influenza is a respiratory virus that comes on fast. Influenza A is the most common and usually the more severe type, responsible for most seasonal epidemics. Influenza B also circulates each season and tends to run a little milder. What people call the stomach flu is something different: that is gastroenteritis, a stomach and intestinal illness, not true influenza, though we treat that too. If your main symptoms are nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea rather than fever and body aches, see our stomach flu and food poisoning care.
Caught early, the flu can be treated with an antiviral such as oseltamivir (Tamiflu) to shorten how long you are sick and ease how severe it gets, which is why timing matters. Started later, the flu is managed with supportive care: rest, fluids, and steady fever and pain control. One thing we are always direct about is that antibiotics do not treat the flu. The flu is a virus, and antibiotics only work on bacteria. If a bacterial complication develops, such as a sinus infection or pneumonia, your physician treats that on its own.
Who should be seen promptly
For most healthy adults the flu is miserable but safe to ride out with rest and fluids. Some people are at higher risk of it turning serious and should be evaluated early rather than waiting: adults 65 and older, children under 5 (especially under 2), pregnant patients, and anyone with a chronic condition such as asthma, COPD, heart disease, or diabetes, or a weakened immune system. For these patients, early antiviral treatment is often worth it, and we see children and adults seven days a week.
Clear pricing, no surprise bills
No insurance? A self-pay flu visit starts at $195 for a physician evaluation, with the rapid test and any imaging priced up front, so you know what to expect before you are seen.
Starting prices; final cost depends on the care you need. We also accept most major insurance plans. See the full sheet on our testing services page, or call to verify your plan.
When the flu becomes an emergency
The flu is usually safe to treat at urgent care. A small number of symptoms mean you should skip the wait and get emergency care right away. If you notice any of these, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Trouble breathing
Shortness of breath, labored or fast breathing, or chest pain or pressure. In children, watch for fast breathing, flaring nostrils, or ribs pulling in with each breath.
Severe dehydration
Persistent vomiting, dizziness when standing, little or no urination, or in children no tears when crying and a dry mouth. Severe fluid loss needs prompt care.
Confusion or won’t wake
Sudden confusion, a child who is unusually sleepy or hard to wake, seizures, or bluish lips or face. These are emergencies, not flu symptoms to wait out.
Fever that won’t break
A very high fever that will not come down, or a fever that returns after it had improved. A returning fever can signal a secondary infection such as pneumonia.
For a true emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. TrufaMED treats non-life-threatening conditions.
More walk-in care this season
Flu rarely travels alone. We treat the conditions that look and feel like it, with on-site testing and same-day results.
Led by board-certified physicians
A board-certified physician leads every shift, bringing hospital-grade training in emergency medicine and surgery to a calm, boutique walk-in setting.
Dr. Naidoo leads the clinical team as Medical Director. Board-certified in emergency medicine with deep experience in adult and pediatric emergency care, he is well versed in spotting the difference between a routine flu and the rare case that needs a higher level of care.
Dr. Gedalia is TrufaMED’s Chief Medical Officer and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Board-certified in general surgery, he oversees clinical protocols across every TrufaMED service, including the diagnostics that support flu and respiratory care.
Flu treatment, answered
The questions patients across Surfside, Miami Beach, and Bal Harbour ask most when the flu hits.
Can urgent care treat the flu?
Yes. The flu is one of the most common reasons people walk in to TrufaMED, especially during flu season. In a single visit we run a rapid flu test, prescribe an antiviral such as oseltamivir (Tamiflu) when it is appropriate, treat your fever and body aches, and start IV hydration if you need it. A board-certified physician leads every shift, so you are evaluated and treated the same day with no referral.
How do I know if I have the flu, a cold, or COVID?
The flu tends to hit suddenly, with high fever, body aches, chills, headache, and exhaustion. A cold builds gradually and stays milder, with a runny nose, sneezing, and a sore throat. COVID overlaps with both and can add loss of taste or smell. Symptoms alone are not enough to tell them apart, so we run a rapid swab. Results come back in about 15 minutes, and we can test for flu, COVID, strep, and RSV at the same time.
How fast is the rapid flu test, and how does it work?
It is a quick nasal swab read on-site, with results in about 15 minutes. Knowing whether you have Influenza A or B, and confirming it is the flu and not strep or COVID, lets your physician choose the right treatment on the spot instead of guessing.
Do I need Tamiflu for the flu?
Not always. Many healthy adults recover with rest, fluids, and medication for fever and aches. An antiviral such as oseltamivir (Tamiflu) works best when it is started within about 48 hours of your first symptoms, and it matters most for high-risk patients or a severe case. Your physician weighs your symptoms, your timeline, and your risk factors, then recommends the right plan for you.
Do antibiotics treat the flu?
No. The flu is caused by a virus, and antibiotics only work on bacterial infections, so they do nothing for influenza itself. Taking antibiotics you do not need can cause side effects and resistance. We treat the flu with antivirals when appropriate, hydration, and symptom care. If the flu leads to a bacterial complication such as a sinus infection or pneumonia, your physician will treat that separately, and our on-site digital X-ray can check for pneumonia the same visit.
Who is at higher risk from the flu?
Adults 65 and older, children under 5 (especially under 2), pregnant patients, and anyone with a chronic condition such as asthma, COPD, heart disease, or diabetes, along with people whose immune system is weakened. For these patients the flu is more likely to turn serious, so we recommend being seen promptly rather than waiting it out, and early antiviral treatment is often worthwhile.
When does the flu become an emergency?
Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room for trouble breathing or shortness of breath, chest or abdominal pain or pressure, sudden confusion, severe or persistent vomiting, a high fever that will not come down, bluish lips, seizures, or signs of severe dehydration. In children, watch for fast or labored breathing, no tears when crying, or a child who is hard to wake. The flu is usually safe to treat at urgent care, but these warning signs need emergency care.
Can the flu cause dehydration, and can you treat it?
Yes. High fever, sweating, vomiting, and a poor appetite can leave you dehydrated, which makes you feel far worse and slows recovery. When you need it, we can start in-clinic IV hydration with fluids, electrolytes, and anti-nausea medication during your visit, so you rehydrate quickly. You can also read more about our IV therapy and dehydration care.
How long does the flu last?
Most people start to feel better within about 3 to 5 days, though a lingering cough and fatigue can last a week or two. If you are not improving after a few days, your fever returns after it had broken, or you develop chest pain or trouble breathing, come back for a re-evaluation. Those can be signs of a secondary infection such as pneumonia.
Do I need an appointment to be seen for the flu?
No. TrufaMED is a walk-in clinic open seven days a week. Come in any time during open hours, or pre-register online to spend less time at the front desk. We also offer physician-led telehealth for milder flu symptoms when you do not need an in-person exam.
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Hours
Monday–Friday 9 AM – 9 PM
Saturday 11 AM – 11 PM
Sunday 12 PM – 8 PM
Walk in anytime during open hours, no appointment needed.
Contact
Phone (305) 537-6396
WhatsApp +1 (305) 842-9801
Email [email protected]
For a life-threatening emergency, call 911. TrufaMED is urgent care, not an emergency room.
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Conveniently Located in Surfside, FL
TrufaMED Urgent Care is located at 9445 Harding Ave, Surfside, FL 33154, at the corner of Harding Avenue and 95th Street. We are just 2 minutes from Bal Harbour Shops, steps from the Surfside Community Center, and easily accessible via Collins Avenue from Miami Beach, Bal Harbour, and Sunny Isles Beach.
Guests at nearby hotels including the Four Seasons Surf Club, The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort, and the Faena Hotel Miami Beach are just minutes away. We also serve patients from Aventura, Bay Harbor Islands, Indian Creek, and North Miami Beach.
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