Student Health | Vanderbilt University

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oits — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 17:10:28 +0000

The State of Tennessee requires certain immunizations for all students (undergraduate, graduate, and professional) on university campuses. As such, Vanderbilt University will block student registration for those who are not in compliance with the requirements. In order to accommodate students who have difficulty acquiring their records or needed vaccinations, incoming students not in compliance with the state laws will be enrolled for their first semester, but if they fail to comply within two months of enrollment, registration for the second semester will not be permitted. The state-mandated requirements include: Meningococcal meningitis vaccine (one injection) for all incoming students living in on-campus housing. The law does allow a student to sign a waiver stating that he/she does not wish to receive this vaccination. Click here for waiver form. 2. Hepatitis B vaccine series (three injections) for all incoming students, regardless of housing status. The law does allow a student to sign a waiver stating that he/she does not wish to receive this vaccination (see below). Click here for waiver Form. Measles, mumps, and rubella (2 injections) for all incoming students. Any waivers for this vaccine are very strict, and include only certain religious or medical exemptions that must be approved by the Medical Director of the Student Health Center. For more information regarding this waiver, please call the Director’s assistant at 615-322-2254 or email her at studenthealth@vanderbilt.edu All incoming students should complete a Student Health Center Health Questionnaire that includes further information regarding the state-mandated vaccinations, as well as information on other strongly recommended vaccinations. This Health Questionnaire should be returned to the Student Health Center with vaccination or waiver information. This form also contains important health history information that allows the staff at the Student Health Center to better serve your needs. The option of filling out on-line waivers and vaccine information for the state mandated vaccines only can also be accomplished by using the following website and following the instructions. Click on https://login.mis.vanderbilt.edu/login?service=https%3A%2F%2Fwebapp.mis.vanderbilt.edu%2Fstudent-search%2Fj_acegi_cas_security_check

Enter your vunetid and epassword

3. Click on the red + icon at the bottom of the screen

4. Use the dropdowns to enter your vaccination information, then click Save.

The Student Health Center will then be able to access this information to document compliance with the Tennessee state laws. However, we still strongly encourage all students to also send the Student Health Center their complete vaccination history so that our records are up to date and so that we have your health history.

The State of Tennessee requires certain immunizations for all students (undergraduate, graduate, and professional) on university campuses. As such, Vanderbilt University will block student registration for those who are not in compliance with the requirements. In order to accommodate students who have difficulty acquiring their records or needed vaccinations, incoming students not in compliance with the state laws will be enrolled for their first semester, but if they fail to comply within two months of enrollment, registration for the second semester will not be permitted. The state-mandated requirements include: Meningococcal meningitis vaccine (one injection) for all incoming students living in on-campus housing. The law does allow a student to sign a waiver stating that he/she does not wish to receive this vaccination. Click here for waiver form. 2. Hepatitis B vaccine series (three injections) for all incoming students, regardless of housing status. The law does allow a student to sign a waiver stating that he/she does not wish to receive this vaccination (see below). Click here for waiver Form. Measles, mumps, and rubella (2 injections) for all incoming students. Any waivers for this vaccine are very strict, and include only certain religious or medical exemptions that must be approved by the Medical Director of the Student Health Center. For more information regarding this waiver, please call the Director’s assistant at 615-322-2254 or email her at studenthealth@vanderbilt.edu All incoming students should complete a Student Health Center Health Questionnaire that includes further information regarding the state-mandated vaccinations, as well as information on other strongly recommended vaccinations. This Health Questionnaire should be returned to the Student Health Center with vaccination or waiver information. This form also contains important health history information that allows the staff at the Student Health Center to better serve your needs. The option of filling out on-line waivers and vaccine information for the state mandated vaccines only can also be accomplished by using the following website and following the instructions. Click on https://login.mis.vanderbilt.edu/login?service=https%3A%2F%2Fwebapp.mis.vanderbilt.edu%2Fstudent-search%2Fj_acegi_cas_security_check

Enter your vunetid and epassword

3. Click on the red + icon at the bottom of the screen

4. Use the dropdowns to enter your vaccination information, then click Save.

The Student Health Center will then be able to access this information to document compliance with the Tennessee state laws. However, we still strongly encourage all students to also send the Student Health Center their complete vaccination history so that our records are up to date and so that we have your health history.

Our Mission

oits — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 21:09:28 +0000

The Student Health Center’s mission is to enhance the academic experience of students by providing quality primary healthcare services in a nurturing and cost-effective manner. All of our physicians and nurse practitioners have chosen college health as their area of expertise and interest, and are dedicated to meeting the unique health care needs of the student population. Whether you are sick or injured, managing a chronic health problem, or working to develop a healthier lifestyle, the VU SHC is here to help.

Spring Break Hours

Saturday, March 2. Closed.

March 4 – 8. 8:00 – 12:00 open for appointments, 12:00 – 4:30 urgent health matters only and seen on a walk in basis.

Saturday, March 9. Closed.

Monday, March 11. Resume normal schedule.

Federal Health Care Reform: Click HERE for information regarding the student health insurance plan and how its benefits and premiums have been affected.

Click here for mental health services

oits — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 21:10:01 +0000

Click here for mental health services

What if I have an urgent health problem after regular clinic hours?

oits — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 17:54:40 +0000

What if I have an urgent health problem after regular clinic hours?

Immunization Requirements

oits — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 20:58:22 +0000

All incoming students are required to complete a Student Health Center Health Questionnaire that includes information regarding university and state-mandated vaccinations, as well as information on other strongly recommended vaccinations. This Health Questionnaire should be returned to the Student Health Center with vaccination information. This form also contains important health history information that allows the staff at the Student Health Center to better serve your needs.

The State of Tennessee requires certain immunizations for all students (undergraduate, graduate, and professional) on university campuses. As such, Vanderbilt University will block student registration for those who are not in compliance with the requirements. In order to accommodate students who have difficulty acquiring their records or needed vaccinations, incoming students not in compliance with the state laws will be enrolled for their first semester, but if they fail to comply within two months of enrollment, registration for the second semester will not be permitted.

Non-compliance with the following requirements will result in a registration hold on the student’s record:

1. Meningococcal meningitis vaccine (one injection) for all incoming students living in on-campus housing. Click here for health questionnaire.

2. Measles, mumps, and rubella (2 injections) for all incoming students born after January 1, 1957. Any waivers for this vaccine are very strict, and include only certain religious or medical exemptions that must be approved by the Medical Director of the Student Health Center. For more information regarding this waiver, please call the Director’s assistant at 615-322-2254 or email her at studenthealth@vanderbilt.edu. Click here for health questionnaire.

3. Varicella vaccine (two injections) is required for all students who have not had documented chickenpox. Students born before 1980 are exempt from this requirement. Any waivers for this vaccine are very strict, and include only certain religious or medical exemptions that must be approved by the Medical Director of the Student Health Center. For more information regarding this waiver, please call the Director’s assistant at 615-322-2254 or email her at studenthealth@vanderbilt.edu. Click here for health questionnaire.

What if I have an urgent health problem after regular clinic hours?

oits — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 20:43:11 +0000

Emergency consultation services (322-2427) are available by phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week during the regular school sessions. On-call nurse practitioners take phone calls from home (not on site at SHC), to assist students and RA’s in making decisions about acute or urgent illnesses, injuries, and the use of emergency services. The Vanderbilt Emergency Department staff handles calls between 11:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. In the case of obvious severe injury or illness, students should go directly to the Emergency Room.

The Student Health Center does not have an infirmary. Patients requiring observation after hours becuase they are too ill to return to the residence halls, will be observed and/or treated at the Vanderbilt Emergency Department.

How do I get seen at the Student Health Center?

oits — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 20:29:37 +0000

The Student Health Center operates primarily on an appointment system, so appointments are always recommended and encouraged. However, in order to assure that all urgent matters can be handled on a same-day basis, the SHC also staffs a Walk-In Clinic on-site. This clinic is staffed on a rotating basis by nurse practitioners and physicians. Similar to an Emergency Room, the waits tend to be longer, as patients are seen on a first come, first serve basis after being assessed by a nurse for seriousness of illness. Patients with serious illness or injuries will always be triaged to the front of the line.

The primary care appointment phone # is 322-2427. Click here for more information about our primary care and specialty services .

The mental health appointment phone # is 322-3414. Mental health appointments are provided by the Psychological and Counseling Center.

Please click here for other important phone numbers.

How Do I Get Seen?

oits — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 16:34:41 +0000

Click here for How do I get seen at the Student Health Center?

My Health At Vanderbilt

oits — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 15:03:33 +0000

Click here to link to My Health At Vanderbilt, an on-line tool that allows patients to access parts of their medical records, and allows secure communication with providers

State-Mandated Immunization Compliance

oits — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 14:51:57 +0000

Incoming Non-Health Care Students Click Here for IMPORTANT Information Regarding State-Mandated Immunization Compliance