Primary Care Services

To make an appointment, call (615) 322-2427 or visit vumc.org/student-health/online-appointments to schedule an appointment that best meets your needs.

There is no charge for an office visit. However, charges may be incurred for procedures (e.g., colposcopies), vaccines, medications and supplies. These are provided to students “at cost” (the price Student Health pays).

Acute Illnesses and Injuries

Student Health reserves a large number of appointments each day to accommodate unexpected illness and injuries. The healthcare providers at Student Health treat a large variety of health conditions including (but not limited to):

  • Upper respiratory infections and influenza
  • Mononucleosis
  • Gastroenteritis (stomach virus)
  • Skin diseases and infections
  • Musculoskeletal injuries 
  • Fatigue
  • Allergies and Asthma

Routine Physical Exams

Student Health offers general physicals for routine health care (check-ups) including Pap smears. This is a great opportunity to make sure you are up to date with recommended health care maintenance. We also offer physicals as required for employment, clinical rotations and other needs, and we can assist in completing any associated forms.

Animal Care Physicals

Many student researchers need medical clearance and annual evaluations for their work with certain animals in the research setting. Download the animal care physical and animal allergy forms and review the steps necessary to become compliant with this important requirement.

Chronic Disease Management

Student Health is able to take care of a wide variety of chronic health care problems including: asthma, hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, and thyroid disorders. We encourage all students with chronic health issues to make an appointment with a Student Health physician or nurse practitioner to establish a primary care relationship.

Office Procedures

Student Health offers the following in-office procedures: