Brown University Health Urgent Care and Walk-In Clinic In Providence
Urgent Care • North Providence, RI • Since 1994
About
Summary: - Brown University Health (formerly Lifespan) is a nonprofit health system based in Providence, RI, established in 1994. - It comprises multiple facilities including Rhode Island Hospital, Hasbro Children’s Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, Bradley Hospital, Newport Hospital, Saint Anne’s Hospital, Morton Hospital, Gateway Healthcare, and Brown Health Medical Group. - It operates as a broad health care system with teaching hospital affiliation to The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. - If you’re specifically seeking an urgent care or walk-in clinic in Providence or North Providence, Brown University Health’s network primarily includes hospitals and multi-specialty clinics rather than a dedicated standalone urgent care facility. For urgent care/walk-in services, consider nearby urgent care centers in Providence or North Providence within its broader health system or other local providers. Key takeaway: Brown University Health is a Providence-based nonprofit health system (1994) encompassing major hospitals and clinics, not a distinct standalone “Urgent Care and Walk-In Clinic” facility. For urgent care needs, explore individual hospital emergency departments or local urgent care centers in Providence/North Providence.
Clinic Type
Urgent Care
Address
Providence, RI (Brown University Health Urgent Care)
Phone
401-606-2590
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Opening Hours
Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–8 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday, and some holidays 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Emergency Care
Referrals to Brown Health emergency services and other specialists; directs to 911 in emergencies
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Insurance & Payment
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Prompt Pay, Insurance, Billing and collections policy may apply
Languages Spoken
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FAQs
What is Brown University Health Urgent Care in Providence?
A walk‑in clinic serving adults and children 18 months and older for common illnesses or injuries.
What are the walk-in clinic hours?
Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sat/Sun and some holidays 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
What should I do in an emergency?
Call 911 or go to the closest emergency department.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Google Reviews (Brown University Health Urgent Care - Providence): 3.1 out of 5 (138 reviews)
- Birdeye (North Providence Urgent Care): 2.3 out of 5 (332 reviews)
Patients praise
- Cleanliness of facilities
- Professional and empathetic interactions with specific individual providers
- Convenient extended hours and weekend availability
- Effective treatment for urgent but non-emergency conditions for some patients
Common complaints
- Long wait times, including during booked appointments
- Perceived poor customer service and unprofessionalism from front desk staff
- Difficulties with appointment scheduling and administrative organization
- Reports of dismissive medical treatment or perceived inadequate care
- Issues with billing and communication regarding medical records/instructions
"Visitors appreciate the facility's cleanliness and professional staff, though some note longer wait times during busy periods."
— Urgent Care Directory"I ended up in the HOSPITAL. Yes the hospital and now I’m taking incredibly strong antibiotics that have an additional chemical to fight ANTIBIOTIC RESISTANT BACTERIA... Patients know their own bodies and you guys need to listen or you will hurt another person."
— Patient Review via Poyst"Waited almost THREE HRS, just to see my doc and go over the results... this person knew NOTHING about me nor my medical ailments. I walked out."
— Solv Health (North Providence Urgent Care)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Brown University Health Urgent Care and Walk-In Clinic - Providence in Providence, RI United States - Apple Maps — Mar 29, 2026
- Brown University Health Urgent Care & Walk-In Clinic in Barrington — Jan 5, 2026
- When to Go to an Urgent Care Center | Brown University Health
- Barrington urgent care center to bridge gap between ER and primary care — Jan 23, 2026
- Brown University Health opens Barrington urgent care center — Jan 15, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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