The University of
TULSA 

Alexander Health Center

Services

Hours of Operation: The Health Center is open and staffed by registered nurses Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m..  Summer session office hours often vary, so please call ahead to confirm hours of operation.  Diagnosis and treatment of acute minor illnesses and injuries by a clinic physician is available to all full and part-time students currently enrolled at the University of Tulsa. 

Please call (918) 631-2241 to schedule an appointment.  Walk-ins are welcome and may be assessed by one of the registered nurses on duty.  If further evaluation and/or treatment is needed, an appointment will be made to see the physician, or the student may be referred to an off-campus physician at the student's expense.

Physician Office Hours:  A physician is available from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday and from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday during the fall and spring semesters, summer hours will vary.  The physician provides medical care for minor illnesses and injuries.  There is no fee for physician visits except during the summer sessions, when there is a $20.00 office visit fee.  There is a charge for medications and/or lab fees which can be charged to the student's university account or be paid by cash or check.  Students must present a validated TU identification card at the time of the appointment.

Medications and Treatments:  OTC (over-the-counter) medications may be dispensed by clinic nurses.  All other prescription medications must be ordered by the attending clinic physician or physician assistant. 

Laboratory Services:  The Alexander Student Health Center can perform various laboratory tests and they can be billed to the student's account.  X-Ray services are referred off campus to a private x-ray facility and the will be responsible for any charge.

Immunizations:  Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B series, tetanus, tetanus-diphtheria, tuberculin skin tests, fluzone, and meningitis immunizations are available.

Due to recent Oklahoma State legislation, beginning with the 2004 Fall academic year, all students who attend Oklahoma colleges and universities must provide proof of immunization for certain diseases.  Medical, religious, and personal exemptions are allowed by law and such requests must be made in writing using The University of Tulsa Certificate of Exemption form.

Please refer to our homepage to view the Immunization policy, exemption and waiver forms. 

Allergy Shots:  Students who are being followed by an allergist may get their injections at the clinic on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. or Tuesdays from 9:00 am - 11:30 a.m, during the regular academic year, hours will vary during summer sessions.  Students need to provide written instructions from their allergist regarding their injections and are required to wait 20 minutes after their shot. 

Appointments:  Appointments are required for physician visits.  Please call 631-2241 to schedule an appointment or you can use Docvia (www.docvia.com/tu) a secure website, to schedule an appointment, ask a nurse a question or request refills of your birth control pills.

Class Excuses:  It is University policy that the Health Center does not write class excuses.  In the event of illness or injury it is advised the student contact his or her professor as soon as possible.

Fees:  There is a no charge to see the physician, physician assistant, or registered nurse.  During the summer clinic hours, there is a $20.00 charge to see a physician.  There is a charge for lab work and medications dispensed at the health center.  These fees can be put on your university account or you may pay by cash or check.  No credit card payment is available at ASHC.

Free Confidential HIV Testing:  Confidential HIV testing is performed by Oklahoma State trained HIV counselors.  Students are strongly encouraged to call or stop by to schedule an appointment.

Health Education:  Health education programs are available throughout the school year.  The Peer Education Program (PEP) sponsors a variety of events throughout the academic calendar.

Referrals:  Referrals are made to community resources (including the hospital, physician specialists, and other health care agencies) when necessary.  If a student is referred off campus all charges for that visit are the responsibility of the student.

For Parents:  At AHC we recognize that parents and families are a major support for students.  Our goal is to assist students with their health needs and concerns so that they can perform to their full potential.  Please take time to read our webpage regarding the services that are available to your student. 

Sick Visits:  The clinic sees patients for acute illnesses, including:
    *respiratory infections
    *sore throats
    *headaches
    *abdominal pain
    *urinary tract infections
    *fever
    *orthopedic injuries
    *sexually transmitted infections
    *eye infections, etc.

Testing including dipstick urines, strep screens, pregnancy tests, wet preps, hemocults, peak flow testing and EKG's are available at the clinic.  If additional lab work is needed, blood can be drawn at the clinic and will be sent to a reference lab.  There is a fee for these lab tests.  X-rays can be done at a nearby facility off campus, students will be responsible for any charges.   

STD Testing:  Testing for males and females is done at the clinic.  Blood work screening may include HIV and RPR (syphilis).  Urinalysis or swabs may be used to screen for chlamydia or gonorrhea.  Treatment will be give for positive results. 

Student Health Insurance:  The University offers a student health insurance policy to all full-time students who desire coverage.  International students are *required* to be covered under a health insurance plan.

Walk-in:  Walk-ins are welcome to see the nurse.  She will evaluate the student and consult with the physician if needed.  Nurses do have standing orders to treat positive strep screens and urinary tract infections. 

Women's Clinic:  During the Fall and Spring Semesters, a physician assistant is available Thursday afternoons from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. for currently enrolled students at the University.  Services offered are annual gynecological exams including breast exams; STD testing and treatment; contraceptive services; and pregnancy testing.  There is no office visit fee, but there is a charge for lab work and medications.  Students should call (918) 631-2241 to schedule an appointment. 

Deposits are required for crutches, wheelchairs, hot water bottles, etc., which will be credited to your account when items are returned.

Minor Emergency Centers: 

Emergency Numbers:  In case of an emergency call 911 for Ambulance, Fire, or Police

• Hillcrest Medical Center, 112045 South Utica;   579-1000
• St. John's Medical Center, 1923 South Utica;  744-2345
• OSU Medical Center, 744 West 9th; 587-2561
• St. Francis Hospital, 6161 South Yale; 494-2200
• Call Rape/Domestic Violence Intervention; 744-7273
• Poison Control; 1-800-222-1222

Confidentiality and Privacy

In accordance with FERPA and HIPAA regulations AHC cannot release specific information about a student to anyone, including family members, without the student's written permission.  We suggest that parents and students work together to establish an effective means of communication.

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Seeking Medical Attention

Please contact us if you have any questions or need any additional information.