Headache and Migraine Treatment in Ossining, NY
Walk-in care from a board-certified physician, with on-site testing and assessment
⚠️ When a Headache is an Emergency
Call 911 or go to an emergency room immediately if a headache comes with any of the following:
- The worst headache of your life, or one that comes on suddenly and severely within seconds or minutes
- Weakness, numbness or drooping on one side of the face or body
- Difficulty speaking, confusion, or trouble understanding others
- Vision loss or double vision
- A stiff neck with fever
- A seizure
- A headache following a head injury
- A new, persistent headache if you are over 50, pregnant, or have a weakened immune system
These patterns need ruling out rather than treating, and an emergency room is the right place for them.
Most headaches are not dangerous, but a headache that is severe, unusual for you, or not responding to anything is worth having looked at properly rather than waiting it out.
At Immediate Medical Care MD in Ossining you are seen by Dr. Anupama Pani, a board-certified physician with over twenty years in practice, usually the same day. On-site laboratory testing and imaging mean the more serious causes can be assessed rather than assumed.
Headaches We See
What a Headache Visit Involves
Dr. Pani will ask about the pattern rather than only the pain: when it started, what it feels like, what brings it on, what you have taken and what else is going on with your sleep, stress and health. That history is what separates a migraine from a sinus headache from something needing further investigation.
Your Assessment Includes:
Medical History
Detailed conversation about your headache pattern, triggers, and what you've tried so far.
Physical Examination
Blood pressure check and neurological examination to assess your current state and rule out warning signs.
On-Site Blood Work
Testing can check for infection, anaemia or metabolic causes contributing to headaches.
Imaging When Needed
On-site X-ray available. Where CT or MRI is needed, we arrange the referral.
Treatment and What Happens Next
For an Acute Headache
The aim is relief and a clear explanation. You leave knowing what's happening and what to do if it returns.
For Recurring Headaches
The more useful question is what is driving the frequency. Having a primary care relationship helps: the pattern gets tracked over time rather than treated as unconnected episodes.
When Specialist Care is Needed
If your headaches need specialist neurology care, we will refer you rather than managing something that should be managed elsewhere.
Walk In or Book an Appointment
Walk-ins are welcome during walk-in hours and same-day appointments are usually available.
Contact Us
📞 914-502-0881
📍 Address: 240D South Highland Ave, Ossining, NY 10562
Hours
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 2PM - 4PM (Appointments Only) | 4PM - 8PM (Appointments & Walk-Ins)
Saturday: 11AM - 1:30PM (Appointments) | 1:30PM - 3:30PM (Appointments & Walk-Ins)
Wed & Sun: Appointments Only
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I see a doctor about a headache?
If a headache is severe, unusual for you, becoming more frequent, or not responding to over-the-counter treatment, you should get it checked. Seek emergency care immediately for the warning signs listed above.
Can urgent care help with a migraine?
Yes. We can assess the cause, provide treatment for the attack, and look at what is driving the frequency. For complex or treatment-resistant migraine, we can refer you to neurology.
Do you do imaging for headaches?
We have X-ray on site and run laboratory testing during your visit. CT and MRI are hospital-based, and we arrange a referral where the assessment calls for one.
What is medication overuse headache?
A headache pattern that develops when acute headache medication is taken frequently over time, so the treatment starts to contribute to the problem. It is common and often unrecognized. We can assess and help break this pattern.
Will I need a referral to a neurologist?
Not necessarily. Dr. Pani can manage many headache types. If your condition requires specialist neurology care, she will recommend a referral and can arrange it for you.
Related Services & Pages
Primary Care
Ongoing care to track headache patterns over time. Learn more →
X-Ray & Lab Testing
On-site diagnostics to assess headache causes. Learn more →
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