Health Service

Medical Services Available

Physician Services

• Care for an acute illness
• Physical exams for sports, jobs and practicums
• STI concerns and treatment
• Referrals, if needed
• Consultation for physical health concerns
• Order for lab work, if needed

Women's Health

• Urinary symptoms
• Breast concerns
• Wellness concerns
• Evaluation and treatment for gynecological concerns including:
  • Contraceptive management (for Depo-provera see below)
  • Emergency contraception (prescription required if under 17 years of age)
  • STI screening, treatment and advice
  • Pelvic/vaginal symptoms evaluation and treatment
  • Delayed or irregular periods
  • PAP smear (starting at age 21)
• Depo-Provera shots are provided in the immunization clinic. Requirements include:
  • An appointment must be scheduled in advance for all Depo-Provera injections. A women’s health appointment is needed for those starting Depo for the first time. A nurse only appointment is needed for women already on Depo with a prescription.
  • The following requirements must be met for continuing Depo-Provera injections:
    • Student must have a prescription for the Depo-Provera shot
    • Pap on file if 21 or over prior to second injection
    • Documentation of current GC/Chlamydia lab test prior to second injection at SIUE Health Clinic (lab request will be provided at first visit). Annual test required
    • Women with a prescription, needing the first Depo injection, need an appointment within the first five days of menses start date.
    • Have an appointment within 13 weeks of last Depo-Provera for current injection.  If later than 13 weeks, patient may receive Depo-Provera if she has a negative pregnancy test from our lab AND has not had unprotected intercourse within the last 10 days. If 16+ weeks since last Depo, appointment with women’s health provider required
    • Medical Record or verbal confirmation from a health care provider of last Depo injection date if not done at SIUE Health Service documented in EMR

Allergy Injections

• The Health Service nurses and physicians will work with a student's allergist
• The serum will be kept in the Health Service refrigerator
• Please have your allergist complete the Allergy Injections Order Form
• Patient information for Allergy Injections

Tuberculosis Skin Test (PPD)

• Two visits are required to complete testing - one for placement and one for reading
• A 2-step TB skin test requires 4 visits

HIV Testing

• Testing requires a healthcare provider visit
• Test results are completely confidential

Counseling Services

• Counseling Services and Health Service are both located in the Student Success Center, lower level, room 0222.
• If you are seeking counseling, you may make a screening appointment by calling us at 618-650-2842.
• You may also call 618-650-2842 to make an appointment to see a therapist.