We are interested in keeping students healthy. We provide care and treatment for acute illnesses and minor injures to currently enrolled UT Dallas students. We also strive to provide health education and preventive medicine. Chronic and serious health problems are out of our scope of practice and are referred off-campus. Our goal is to provide quality medical care at minimal cost.
Students with an appointment please allow yourself extra time getting to the Health Center due to construction. You can only enter the Student Union from either the north or south entrance. Please view the Campus Map for more information.
Important Information Regarding the Swine Flu
UT Dallas currently has no reported cases of swine flu. The Student Health Center is monitoring information and will post advisories as necessary. The American College Health Association, of which UT Dallas is a member, and the Dallas County Health Department recommend following the National Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations.
Any student with a fever, cough and sore throat should call the Health Center to make an appointment at 972-883-2747. We request that any student diagnosed with the flu by their private health care provider notify the Health Center.
From CDC: Influenza (Flu) — Swine Flu and You
You can take steps everyday to help prevent the spread of germs that cause respiratory illnesses like influenza. These steps include:
- Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread this way.
- Try to avoid close contact with sick people.
- If you get sick with influenza, CDC recommends that you stay home from work or school and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them.
To learn more about the University’s overall approach to this developing issue, see also http://www.utdallas.edu/news/2009/04/28-004.php
Do I Need an Appointment?
Yes, we work by appointment only. To make an appointment or for questions please call 972-883-2747.
How Much Does it Cost?
Only current eligible students are seen at no charge for the office visit. Nominal fees are assessed for lab work, medications and certain procedures. Payment for services is due at the time medical treatment is provided. Students are responsible for any financial obligations resulting from a referral to a private physician's office, lab, hospital, or other off campus provider, etc.
Do You Release Health Information?
All information is confidential. Due to Federal HIPAA laws we do not transmit any health/personal information or confirm receipt of health information (including TB tests) by fax or e-mail. We release medical information with proper release forms during an in-person visits or by mail.
Emergency Numbers
Emergency — 911
UT Dallas Police — (972) 883-2331
What Do I Do After Hours?
Students requiring medical assistance after clinic hours may desire to go to a private physician's office, minor emergency clinic, or hospital emergency room. Students are responsible for all expenses incurred outside the Health Center.
Is Health Insurance Required?
We do not require health Insurance to be treated at the Student Health Center. We are unable to file or accept insurance claims as well. Health insurance can greatly assist with payment of medical fees for off-campus services.
We strongly recommend that all students have health insurance. The University offers a Student Health Insurance policy available for all currently enrolled students. More information is available at the Student Health Insurance website or by calling (972) 883-4189.
Updated: May 15, 2009
