| Introduction | Eric Flowers is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP, BC) providing skilled, patient-centered care at Family Urgent Care. With dedicated clinical experience in fast-paced urgent care environments and an emergency care background as a Registered Nurse, he excels in evaluating and managing acute medical conditions and performing minor procedures such as laceration repairs. Eric brings a collaborative, attentive approach to treating patients and supporting the Chicago community. |
| Qualifications |
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) – Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (ANCC) Board Certified FNP (ANCC) – Active License & Board Certification Emergency & Urgent Care Background – Prior ER Nurse experience at the University of Chicago and high-volume urgent care provider experience DEA Licensed & DOT Certified Medical Examiner |
| Areas of Expertise |
Urgent Care & Acute Minor Procedures: Comprehensive patient evaluations, wound care management, laceration repairs, and acute symptom workups. Diagnostic & Clinical Decision-Making: Laboratory ordering, health data collection, and outcome tracking to determine underlying clinical causes. Community & Patient Communication: Clear patient education, family communication, and care coordination across multidisciplinary care teams. |
| Languages Spoken | English |
What Patients Say About Eric Flowers
“My visit was very positive! Laiba at the front desk was friendly, welcoming, and answered all my questions. I saw provider Eric Flowers, who was also friendly, attentive, helpful, and funny. This was my first visit and I'll be back when I need care again.”
“Great and quick (but not rushed) experience. Eric the provider is smart, enthusiastic, and personable. Check out the touchscreen monitor in the exam rooms and learn about your anatomy or illness!”
“Great treatment and very friendly staff — the best place where I've been served. Kitzia, Eric, and Ayse treated me very well; thank you for the service.”
“Everyone at Family Urgent Care was very friendly and courteous. My provider Eric Flowers was sweet, thorough, and efficient. Only took 20 minutes to get in, diagnosed, and discharged. Thank you!”
“Laiba and Eric were SO amazing!! I came in earlier than my scheduled appointment but they still took me in and demonstrated jolly and positive attitudes. They were so helpful and patient, and checked in frequently to make sure I had my questions answered. Even though I'm just a tourist passing through, I'm very lucky to have passed through this location!”