Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants are available to assess and treat upper and lower respiratory complaints, rashes, request for contraceptives, yearly gynecological examinations, abdominal pain, gastrointestinal complaints, sexually transmitted diseases, lacerations and other injuries, orthopedic problems, routine physical examinations, and many other primary care problems. Patients are referred to specialists when necessary. All emergencies should directly access a local hospital or other appropriate medical facility. Students and parents are urged to review their insurance to be sure that adequate coverage is also available for emergency treatment or hospitalization and for treatment by specialists when needed. The University does not provide health insurance for its students.
Information pertaining to private insurance coverage is mailed to all students during the summer.
This information is also available at the Health Center or Auxiliary Services. Students coming to the health center must present their current University identification card. Fees are subject to change.