| Quick answer Same-day women’s health in Artesia, NM is available at AGH’s Vibrant Women’s Health, 612 N. 13th St., Suite B. Walk-in-friendly appointments cover vaginitis, yeast infections, and Pap smears. Laurie Crockett, FNP and Crystal Rhoades, MSN, FNP-C care for patients from Artesia, Carlsbad, Roswell, and across the Pecos Valley. Call (575) 736-8394. |
Some health concerns can wait for the next open slot on the calendar. Others truly cannot. Same-day women’s health in Artesia, NM exists for that second category: the itching that started overnight, the burning that makes you dread the bathroom, or the screening you have rescheduled three times already.
At AGH’s Vibrant Women’s Health, appointments are built around a simple idea: real answers, real fast. You call, you come in, and you leave with a diagnosis and a plan instead of a two-week wait and a guess from the drugstore aisle.
Below, our team walks through what a same-day visit actually covers, how providers tell one infection from another, and when a symptom belongs in the emergency room instead. For the full picture of everything our clinic offers, see our women’s health and gynecology services page.
What does a same-day women’s health appointment cover?
A same-day women’s health appointment at Vibrant Women’s Health covers vaginitis, yeast infections, and Pap smears, along with the exam and lab work needed to identify what is actually going on. Most visits are completed in a single trip, and treatment often starts the same day.
These three services share one trait: waiting makes them worse, or at least more miserable. An untreated infection lingers. A delayed Pap smear pushes your screening schedule further off track.
Because our clinic sits inside a full hospital system, the next step happens here too. Lab work, imaging, and specialist referrals stay inside one connected team, so you are not starting over with a stranger who has never seen your chart.
- Vaginitis: evaluation, testing, and treatment for the itching, burning, odor, and discharge that will not resolve on their own
- Yeast infections: quick diagnosis and prescription treatment, including recurrent cases that keep coming back
- Pap smears: routine cervical cancer screening plus catch-up screening if you have fallen behind
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How do you know if it is a yeast infection or something else?
Honestly, you often cannot know without testing, and that is exactly why a same-day visit matters. Yeast infections, bacterial vaginosis, and trichomoniasis produce overlapping symptoms, yet each one requires a different treatment. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention groups all three under vaginitis for that reason.
Many women reach for an over-the-counter antifungal first, which makes sense. Unfortunately, when the real cause is bacterial rather than fungal, that product does nothing except delay relief by another week.
A provider can settle the question quickly. During your visit, we take a brief history, perform an exam, and run the appropriate testing, then match the treatment to the actual cause instead of the most likely guess.
Recurrent symptoms deserve particular attention. If you have treated the same infection three or four times in a year, something else may be driving the pattern, and that conversation belongs in an exam room rather than a pharmacy checkout line.
What is vaginitis, and why does it need same-day care?
Vaginitis is inflammation of the vagina, most often caused by an infection or a shift in the normal balance of bacteria. It needs prompt care because untreated cases can worsen, spread, or mask a different condition entirely. According to the National Institutes of Health, it is one of the most common reasons women seek gynecologic care.
Symptoms vary, but the usual signs include itching, burning during urination, unusual discharge, odor, and general irritation. Discomfort during intercourse is also common.
Meanwhile, some conditions that feel like a routine infection are not routine at all. Certain sexually transmitted infections produce similar symptoms, and untreated cases carry real consequences for fertility and long-term health. Testing removes the guesswork.
Additionally, pregnancy changes the calculation. If you are pregnant or think you might be, tell our scheduling team when you call, because some treatments are not appropriate during pregnancy.
Can you get a Pap smear on short notice?
Yes. Pap smears are available same-day at Vibrant Women’s Health, whether you are on schedule or catching up after a long gap. Current American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists guidance recommends screening every three years for women ages 21 to 29, and every three to five years for women ages 30 to 65 depending on the type of test used.
Those intervals sound generous until life gets in the way. A job change, a move, a new baby, or a stretch without insurance can quietly turn three years into seven. If that describes you, a same-day appointment is the easiest way to reset the clock. Our well-woman exam guide explains what the full annual visit includes.
Cervical cancer screening works because it catches changes long before they become dangerous. Early detection is the entire point, and a fifteen-minute appointment protects a decade of health.
Furthermore, a same-day Pap smear opens the door to everything else you have been meaning to ask about: contraception, irregular bleeding, perimenopause, or pelvic floor symptoms you have never mentioned to anyone.
Who will you see at Vibrant Women’s Health?
Two experienced family nurse practitioners provide same-day women’s health care in Artesia, NM: Laurie Crockett, FNP and Crystal Rhoades, MSN, FNP-C. Both see patients at the Artesia clinic, and both care for women traveling in from Carlsbad, Roswell, and the surrounding communities.
Laurie Crockett, FNP brings a background that fits urgent visits particularly well. Before joining AGH, she spent a decade as an emergency room nurse, including four years as a critical care flight nurse, and she trained in both urgent care and women’s health.
Patients describe her care as attentive and judgment-free, which matters enormously for symptoms people find embarrassing to explain.
Crystal Rhoades, MSN, FNP-C has spent more than twenty-five years in nursing, much of it serving rural New Mexico communities.
Her approach centers on making every visit feel unhurried, respectful, and easy to understand, so you leave knowing exactly what you have and exactly what to do next.
Both providers also support broader women’s health needs at the clinic, including pelvic floor therapy, contraception counseling, and menopause care.
When should you go to the emergency room instead?
Go to the emergency room, or call 911, for severe pelvic or abdominal pain, heavy vaginal bleeding, a high fever with chills, fainting, or any concerning symptom during pregnancy. Same-day clinic visits handle urgent problems, not emergencies.
Otherwise, the clinic is the right door. Itching, discharge, odor, mild burning, a missed screening, or a question that has been nagging at you for a month all belong in a scheduled same-day appointment.
For non-gynecologic problems such as sore throats, ear infections, sprains, and fevers, AGH also offers urgent walk-in care at Memorial Family Practice, open weekday mornings starting at 7 a.m. with no appointment needed.
How do you book a same-day women’s health visit in Artesia?
Call (575) 736-8394 and tell our team what is going on. Same-day availability depends on the schedule, so calling early in the day gives you the best chance at a slot that works.
Our clinic is located at 612 N. 13th St., Suite B, in Artesia, and you can find directions and hours on the Vibrant Women’s Health location page. Most insurance plans allow you to schedule directly without a referral, and if yours requires one, our staff will help you sort it out.
Vibrant Women’s Health is proudly partnered with Arbor Health, bringing you connected, coordinated care close to home.
Above all, please do not wait it out. Care that fits into your day is the whole point, and one phone call is usually all it takes.
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Frequently asked questions
Does AGH offer same-day women’s health appointments in Artesia, NM?
Yes. AGH’s Vibrant Women’s Health offers walk-in-friendly, same-day appointments for vaginitis, yeast infections, and Pap smears at 612 N. 13th St., Suite B, Artesia, NM. Call (575) 736-8394 to book. Availability depends on the daily schedule, so calling early helps.
Can I get treated for a yeast infection the same day in Artesia?
Yes. Providers at Vibrant Women’s Health can evaluate symptoms, test to confirm the cause, and start treatment during a single same-day visit. Testing matters because yeast infections, bacterial vaginosis, and trichomoniasis share symptoms but require different treatments.
Do I need a referral for a Same-day women’s health visit in Artesia NM?
Most insurance plans allow you to schedule directly with Vibrant Women’s Health without a referral. If your plan requires one, our staff will help you obtain it. Call (575) 736-8394 and our team will walk you through it.
How often do I need a Pap smear?
Current ACOG guidance recommends a Pap smear every three years for women ages 21 to 29, and every three to five years for women ages 30 to 65 depending on whether HPV co-testing is used. Your provider will confirm the right interval for your history.
Can Carlsbad and Roswell patients use the Artesia clinic for same-day visits?
Yes. Vibrant Women’s Health regularly sees patients from Carlsbad, roughly 30 to 40 minutes away, and Roswell, roughly 40 to 45 minutes away. Many patients find the short drive to Artesia far more convenient than a trip to a larger city.
When should I go to the emergency room instead of the clinic?
Seek emergency care for severe pelvic or abdominal pain, heavy vaginal bleeding, high fever with chills, fainting, or any worrying symptom during pregnancy. For routine infections, screenings, and mild symptoms, a same-day clinic visit is appropriate.
| Medical disclaimerThis content is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately. |
Reviewed: July 2026
Published by: Artesia General Hospital | 702 N. 13th St., Artesia, NM 88210 | (575) 748-3333