Occupational Medicine in Shelby Township, MI for Workers Employers and Drivers

A cut on the job, a physical before your first shift and an expiring DOT medical certificate all have different deadlines. At Village Health Urgent & Family Care, our occupational medicine team in Shelby Township helps injured workers get evaluated, employers coordinate screenings and commercial drivers prepare for certification.

We welcome walk-ins and appointments at 51850 Dequindre Road, Suite 3, Shelby Township, MI 48316. Regular hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. If you need a DOT exam or a specific employer screening, call ahead to confirm availability and paperwork.

Same Day Care for Workplace Injuries

If you hurt your back lifting at work or twist an ankle on the job, a prompt evaluation can help you understand what you can safely do on your next shift. Our team asks how the injury happened, examines the affected area and determines whether you need imaging, follow-up care or temporary work restrictions. On-site digital X-rays are available when clinically indicated.

Report the injury to your employer as soon as you can. Ask whether there is a designated clinic or authorization form, and bring your photo ID, medication list, incident details and any forms you already have. Our workers’ compensation care page explains how Village Health supports evaluation and return-to-work planning.

Seek emergency care for a serious injury or new loss of bladder or bowel control with back pain. Call 911 for life-threatening injuries.

When a Workplace Cut Needs Stitches

A cut that keeps opening, gapes at the edges or may contain glass or metal should be assessed promptly. Village Health treats minor cuts that may need stitches.

The clinician checks depth, movement and sensation, then decides how to clean and close the wound. Tell the team what caused the cut and when you last had a tetanus vaccine. The wound type and vaccination history determine whether you need a booster. See CDC wound guidance.

Apply firm, continuous pressure with clean gauze or cloth. Call 911 for severe or uncontrolled bleeding or if the injured area loses feeling or function. After treatment, contact a clinician promptly for spreading redness, increasing pain, pus or fever. See MedlinePlus guidance on cuts and puncture wounds.

Pre Employment Physicals and Drug Screens

A pre-employment physical focuses on the requirements of the job. A visit may include a health history, medication review and vital signs. Vision, hearing or other tests may be added based on the employer’s instructions. Bring photo ID, your medication list and the employer’s forms so the clinic can confirm what the visit needs to cover.

If your employer orders a drug screen, ask which test is required and whether it follows DOT rules or a separate company policy. The order determines the collection process, panel and reporting requirements. Ask when results are expected and who receives them, especially if you have a start date to meet.

For employers covered by the ADA, employment entrance medical exams generally take place after a conditional offer and must be required of all entering employees in the same job category. Medical information is subject to confidentiality requirements. For details, see the EEOC’s guidance for job applicants.

DOT Physicals and Same Day Medical Certification

Village Health lists DOT physicals at $130, due at the visit. An FMCSA-certified medical examiner reviews your health history and checks areas such as blood pressure, vision and hearing. The exam may include a urine sample. A DOT physical and a DOT drug screen are separate services, so tell the team if your employer requires both.

Bring your driver’s license or other valid photo ID, a list of current medications, and the glasses, contacts or hearing aids you use. If you have diabetes, sleep apnea or a heart or neurologic condition, call ahead to ask which records to bring. Depending on your history, that could include recent A1C results, a CPAP compliance report or documentation from your specialist.

Same-day certification may be possible if the examiner can complete the evaluation and finds that you meet the standards. Additional records, testing or follow-up can delay a decision. A certificate can last up to 24 months, and the examiner can set a shorter interval when monitoring is needed. See FMCSA’s DOT exam guidance.

Village Health reports exam results electronically. If you hold a Michigan CDL and self-certify as non-excepted interstate, Michigan receives medical certificates electronically through the National Registry. Ask the examiner how to verify your record before relying on a new certification for dispatch. See Michigan’s CDL medical certification instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can employers coordinate visits for multiple employees?

Yes. Call Village Health to discuss your screening requirements, referral forms and reporting needs before sending employees.

Can I get work restrictions documented after an injury?

The clinician can document restrictions when indicated and explain when to return for reassessment. Bring any job-duty description or work status form your employer provides.

How can I avoid a second trip for my DOT physical?

Call before your visit to check examiner availability and ask which records apply to your health history. Bring your corrective devices and any required specialist or treatment documentation.

Plan Your Visit to Village Health?

Need an injury evaluated today, a physical before your start date or a DOT exam before your medical certificate expires?

Call 586-752-7256 to confirm availability and find out what to bring. For a non-emergency work injury, walk in during regular hours at 51850 Dequindre Road, Suite 3, Shelby Township, MI 48316.

If you manage a crew, call the same number to discuss employee referrals, required screenings and return-to-work evaluations.