The healthcare space has been traditionally dominated by public healthcare options—namely hospitals and emergency rooms. The private healthcare industry, however, has been steadily on the rise. For both minor and major ailments and injuries, it’s common practice to go to the emergency room. But is that really the best option? ER’s have high co-pays and long wait times. Urgent care facilities like the American Family Care franchise are more efficient and affordable, and play a vital role in helping decongest crowded emergency rooms.