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Medical Services Medical Services Staff Overview of Services Accidents and Emergencies Absence Due to Illness Medical Insurance Health Forms and Immunization Records Confidentiality of Information Overnight Health Care Immunizations HIV Testing Medical Services Staff Leslie Jaffe, MD  College Physician and   Director of Health Services  2806  Christine Normandin RN-C, FNP Nurse Practitioner   2802  Carol Anderson RN-C, FNP Nurse Practitioner  2814  Elaine Longley RN, BSN  Nursing Coordinator  2813  Sue Pratt MT, ASCP  Medical Technologist  2816  Sue Frazier RN, BSN   Coordinator of Quality  2822  Overview of Services  General Medical Care  Routine Gynecological Services  Annual Pap testing  Sexually transmitted disease screening  Contraception (oral contraceptives, Depo-Provera, diaphragm, cervical cap)  Pregnancy testing  Evaluation of vaginal infections  Evaluation of menstrual irregularities Monthly Colposcopy Clinic  Routine Physical Examinations (sports physicals, JYA, work-related)  Immunizations  Tetanus  Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)  Influenza  Meningitis (menomune)  Hepatitis A  Hepatitis B Typhim VI Polio injections Nutrition Services. A nutritionist is available every other week by referral only through Health Services, Athletic Department, or Dining Services.  General nutrition  Vegetarian diets  Eating disorders  Weight management  Elevated cholesterol  Anemia Prescription Medications. Starter doses of some medications are stocked at Health Services and will be dispensed by staff when appropriate. Prescriptions need to be filled at a local pharmacy and paid for by the student.   Referrals to Non-College Health Providers. If you wish to see a non-college health care provider for a service not provided at Health Services, you may request a referral. For students enrolled in the full Smith College Student Health Insurance, the cost of a visit to a specialist may be covered by this plan. Such consultation must be authorized by a college practitioner prior to the visit. For students enrolled in other insurance plans (optional student health insurance private insurance), it is the student's responsibility to determine whether or not the referral will be covered. Accidents and Emergencies   On-Campus: Notify Public Safety (extension 800 for emergencies). Please consult with either Public Safety or Health Services before calling an ambulance.  Off-Campus: In the case of a serious accident or emergency, seek immediate care at the nearest medical facility, but ask the person accompanying you or the medical attendant to contact one of the following:  Director of Health Services, Dr. Jaffe (extension 2806)  Associate Dean for Student Affairs (extension 4927)  Nurse on duty at Health Services (extension 2813)  Head Resident After the accident or emergency: When you return to the college, report the situation to both the Director of Health Services (Dr. Jaffe) and the Associate Dean of Student Affairs in order to ensure insurance coverage and to be excused from missed academic work (when necessary). It is important to have the treating health care provider send a written report to Dr. Jaffe. Absence Due to Illness   Illness During Examination Period: In order to receive consideration for a make-up examination, you must report to Health Services when missing or leaving an exam.  Incomplete Academic Work Due to Illness: Incomplete academic work resulting from absence due to illness will be excused only if you receive the prior approval of a Health Services provider. Before you return to Smith, remember to provide the Director of Health Services, Dr. Jaffe, with a written statement regarding your illness.  Please note: Health Services will not provide medical excuses or notes for missed classes due to illness. Medical Insurance   All Smith College students are required to have medical insurance. A comprehensive brochure describing medical and mental health insurance coverage is available through Health Services and is mailed annually to students. Medical insurance coverage may be through:   Private medical insurance (a family policy)  College medical insurance  A combination of the two listed above College Health Insurance: Students enrolled at Smith College in a degree program and taking at least 4 credits are eligible for coverage by the Student Medical Insurance Plan. Please refer to the subscriber brochure for detailed information about the health insurance offered by the college.   Private Insurance: Students who are not covered by the college health insurance may still use Health Services. There is no charge for the office visit, but students will be responsible for any ancillary charges. If desired, students may self-pay for confidential ancillary services. The college is not responsible for any charges not covered by private insurance.   Health Forms and Immunization Records   A completed Health Services entrance form (medical history and physical examination) and an up-to-date immunization record are required to use Health Services. Students who do not provide these documents will be unable to pre-register for classes.  Confidentiality of Information   All medical information and medical records related to any aspect of your health are considered confidential and will not be released to college administration and faculty without your consent.   If you are 18 years of age or older, medical records are also confidential from your parents. If you are younger than 18 years of age, confidentiality is maintained as protected by law (emancipated minors and reproductive health issues). Click here for the extended policy.   Overnight Health Care   Overnight health care in the infirmary is available for short-term evaluation and management of acute illnesses or for convalescence after an accident or surgery. Admissions to the infirmary are made by either medical services or counseling staff. There is a charge of $415 per night for students who do not have either the College insurance or the optional on campus health plan. (Please note that overnight care is not available during January Interterm.) Sleeper rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis for students who want a quiet place to spend up to 2 nights. There is no charge for sleeper services. No health care or meals are provided and no visitors are permitted. Individuals desiring a sleeper room must check in by 9:00 PM.  HIV Testing   Confidential HIV testing is available during regular clinic hours by appointment for the cost of $23. Please call extension 2823 to make an appointment.   HIV testing is not covered by either the college insurance or optional on campus health plans.

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