Medical help in Miami: hospitals, urgent care, and pharmacies for travelers

If you need medical help in Miami, you can find hospitals, urgent care clinics, and 24-hour pharmacies across all Miami metro area. Most minor health issues can be treated at urgent care clinics or pharmacies, while hospitals handle serious emergencies. Knowing which option fits your situation before you need it saves time when it matters most.

Miami urgent care and ER options by neighborhood

Miami's medical infrastructure spreads across distinct neighborhoods, so the right facility depends on where you're staying.

**South Beach and Miami Beach**

Mount Sinai Medical Center at 4300 Alton Road, Miami Beach is the main full-service hospital serving South Beach and the broader Miami Beach area. Its emergency room operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call (305) 674-2121 for general inquiries. Travelers staying on Ocean Drive or Collins Avenue are roughly 10 to 15 minutes away by car or rideshare.

CareNow Urgent Care, Miami Beach at 1000 5th Street, Miami Beach handles non-emergency issues like infections, sprains, and minor cuts. Hours run Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and weekends 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome, and most visits cost between $100 and $200 without insurance.

**Brickell and Downtown Miami**

Brickell City Centre Urgent Care by Baptist Health at 701 S Miami Avenue, Suite 214, Miami sits inside Brickell City Centre, making it easy to reach from most Brickell hotels. Hours are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Brickell Metrorail station is a 5-minute walk.

Jackson Memorial Hospital at 1611 NW 12th Avenue, Miami is Miami's largest public hospital and a Level I Trauma Center. It serves Downtown Miami and the surrounding area. The ER operates 24/7. Call (305) 585-1111. The closest Metrorail station is Civic Center, about a 5-minute walk from the main entrance.

**Wynwood**

Wynwood has no major hospital within its immediate boundaries. Your closest urgent care option is MD Now Urgent Care, Midtown Miami at 3301 NE 1st Avenue, Miami, about a 5-minute drive or 15-minute walk from the Wynwood Walls area. For emergencies, Jackson Memorial Hospital is roughly 10 minutes by car.

**Coral Gables**

Baptist Hospital of Miami at 8900 N Kendall Drive, Miami is the closest major hospital to Coral Gables, about 15 minutes south by car. For urgent care closer to Coral Gables, Baptist Health Urgent Care, Coral Gables at 2525 Ponce de Leon Boulevard, Coral Gables is a practical first stop for non-emergency care. Call (786) 596-6600.

Miami hospitals and urgent care at a glance

24-hour pharmacies near South Beach, Brickell, and beyond

Miami has multiple 24-hour pharmacy locations, mostly CVS and Walgreens, spread across the neighborhoods travelers frequent most.

**24-hour pharmacies near South Beach**

Walgreens, 1845 Alton Road, Miami Beach operates around the clock and stocks prescription medications, over-the-counter remedies, and basic first aid supplies. It's about a 10-minute walk from the northern end of South Beach. Call (305) 531-8868.

CVS Pharmacy, 1421 Alton Road, Miami Beach is another 24-hour option in Miami Beach, roughly 8 minutes on foot from Lincoln Road. Call (305) 534-7281.

**24-hour pharmacies near Brickell and Downtown Miami**

Walgreens, 200 SE 1st Street, Miami covers Downtown Miami and is a short walk from the Brickell Metromover station. It fills prescriptions around the clock. Call (305) 374-5568.

CVS Pharmacy, 1401 Brickell Avenue, Miami sits in the core of Brickell and stays open 24 hours. Call (305) 856-2600.

**Pharmacies near Wynwood and Coral Gables**

Wynwood has no 24-hour pharmacy within walking distance. The closest option is the Walgreens at 3401 N Miami Avenue, Miami, about a 5-minute drive north of the Wynwood Walls. Hours there are 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., not 24 hours, so plan accordingly for late-night needs.

In Coral Gables, CVS Pharmacy, 2800 SW 27th Avenue, Miami is the most convenient option, open 24 hours. Call (305) 448-2948.

What to expect at Miami urgent care clinics

Most urgent care clinics in Miami accept walk-ins without an appointment, though booking online through the clinic's app or website cuts your wait time. Baptist Health's clinics let you hold a spot in line through the Baptist Health app, which is worth downloading before you travel.

Visit costs without insurance typically run $100 to $200 for a standard consultation. If you need lab work or imaging, expect additional charges. Clinics treat conditions like ear infections, urinary tract infections, minor lacerations, sprains, rashes, and flu symptoms. They do not handle chest pain, stroke symptoms, difficulty breathing, or any condition that could be life-threatening. For those, call 911.

Most Miami urgent care clinics accept major US insurance plans. International travelers should bring their travel insurance documentation and a credit card. Some clinics require payment upfront and provide itemized receipts for reimbursement claims.

Practical tips for getting medical care in Miami

**Use telehealth for minor issues first.** If you have a mild cold, a rash, or a question about a medication, Teladoc and MDLive both connect you with a licensed physician by video within minutes. Many travel insurance plans cover telehealth visits, and you avoid the wait at a clinic entirely.

**Know your nearest Metrorail stop before you need it.** If you're staying in Brickell, the Brickell Metrorail station puts you one stop from the Civic Center station, which is a 5-minute walk from Jackson Memorial Hospital's main entrance. This matters if you're traveling without a car or if traffic is heavy.

**Carry a photo of your prescriptions.** Miami pharmacies can fill US prescriptions without issue, but if you run out of a controlled substance, you'll need a local physician to write a new one. Having a photo of your original prescription and your prescribing doctor's contact information speeds that process.

**South Beach travelers: avoid the ER for minor issues.** Mount Sinai's emergency room in Miami Beach handles genuine emergencies, and wait times for non-critical cases can stretch several hours. CareNow Urgent Care on 5th Street is a faster option for anything that isn't life-threatening.

**Check your travel insurance before you go.** Many policies require you to call a 24-hour assistance line before seeking non-emergency care abroad or out of network. Save that number in your phone alongside the local emergency number (911).

Sustainable travel and healthcare in Miami

Choosing telehealth or urgent care over a hospital ER for minor issues reduces unnecessary resource use in Miami's public health system, keeping capacity available for patients with genuine emergencies. If you do visit a clinic or pharmacy, Miami-Dade County's public transit, including the Metrorail and Metromover, connects most major medical facilities without adding to road congestion.