Health Services

West  Virginia State University &

West VirginiA STATE community and technical college

Welcome to Health Services

The WVSU Medical Staff invites you to visit the Health Center.  We look forward to meeting you and helping with your healthcare needs.  As health educators, we think this department is an important aspect of your college success.

Your medical family at WVSU consists of a physician, a registered nurse, a pharmacist consultant and a certified medical assistant. This website should inform you about the services we can provide, our office location and hours, eligibility information, how to contact us, general health tips, privacy practices, and student responsibilities.  It is important to note that the Registered Nurse is not authorized to leave the Health Center facility.  Should you require immediate medical attention and are physically unable to reach the Health Center, please call 911 immediately. 

OFFICE HOURS
Monday through Friday
8:00am – 4:30pm (nurse & medical asst)

The Doctor's Hours are Monday thru Friday at 12:30pm
No appointment is needed; students are seen on a walk-in basis.

A part-time pharmacist consultant is on staff once each week (Wednesdays); however, the WVSU Health Center does NOT fill prescriptions.

ELIGIBLE STUDENTS

Any WVSU/WVSCTC student who has a current student ID is welcome to utilize the Health Center and take advantage of the services provided there.

SERVICES AVAILABLE

· Treatment for minor cuts, sprains, colds/flu, sinus problems, allergies, minor burns & sutures. 

· Limited STD testing

· Family Planning:  counseling, condoms, birth control pills/patch, spermicidal foam, Depo Provera injections

· Preventative services:  pap smears, manual testicle and breast exams

· Educational literature/brochures

· Flu vaccine

· Allergy shots/pills (if student provides the medication)

· Physical exams for sports or school work

· Referrals to specialists

· TB tests for education majors

 

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
There is no cost for most services provided by the WVSU Health Center.  However, there are some costs students will be individually responsible for, should the need arise.

· Cost of any special medications not available at the Health Center

· Cost of any dental services

· Cost of X-rays or laboratory work done outside the Health Center

· Cost of referred specialist

· Cost of hospital services

· Cost of emergency transportation (ambulance)

· Cost of optical services (glasses, etc)
Text Box: ABOUT YOUR HEALTH The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that college freshmen, particularly those living in dormitories, receive the meningococcal vaccine prior to beginning classes. The Health Center does not provide the vaccine, and it is recommended that students receive the vaccine before the semester begins. For additional information, go visit the American College Health Association’s website. Health insurance is very important.  The Office of Student Affairs has information about a college student insurance option if you need it (304-766-3140 or 5158). Finally, college students are notorious for neglecting their physical and emotional health during this busy, intense and overwhelming time in their lives.  The staff of the Health Center strongly encourages students to get adequate sleep, exercise regularly, and eat well-balanced meals in order to positively impact student success.  The human brain functions