Healthcare (Student)
Last updated on 11/18/2002For information on faculty health insurance, see Human Resources.
The Baruch College Health Center is located at 138 East 26th Street. It provides students with a full range of clinical health services including initial diagnosis and treatment for a broad spectrum of illnesses and injuries, and appropriate follow-up care for minor ailments, such as sore throats, flu symptoms, stomach aches, asthma, urinary tract infections, skin rashes, sprains etc. When necessary, appropriate referrals will be made
Gynecological care, such as pap smears, pregnancy testing, and testing for sexually transmitted diseases, is also available, as are immunizations and physical exams.
Most of these services are free although lab and some other services may require a small fee. Over the counter drugs are provided free. Other medications may be prescribed; there are ongoing efforts to get discounts in local pharmacies.
The center is staffed with fully licensed medical staff, usually a nurse practitioner, an MD, or physicians assistants.
Confidentiality
Please note that medical records are strictly confidential. Information will not be released without written authorization by the student unless by court order.
Baruch College Health Center
Continuum Health Partners, Inc.
Location: 138 East 26th Street, 1st Floor
Hours: 9 am - 8 pm (during peak semesters)
Telephone: 646-312-2040; 646-312-2041 (fax)
