Student Handbook - College of Medicine - Florida Atlantic University

Matriculation PoliciesPrior to matriculating as medical students in the FAU College of Medicine, all admitted applicants must meet thecontingencies listed in the Conditions of Acceptance document that they receive with their written offer of admission.Details of matriculation policies and all forms that must be filled out and returned are posted athttp://medadmissions.fau.edu/admitted/FAU Student Health ServicesPreventive and Therapeutic Health ServicesThe Student Health Services at FAU provides registered medical students with confidential, professional, culturallysensitive, and primary medical care and health education for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of routineillness and injuries.All students are required to pay a student health fee per academic year, which entitles them to unlimited office visitsto see a licensed primary care physician, nurse practitioner, or registered nurse, as well as access to receiveimmunizations, lab tests, and office procedures. This fee is paid at the time of registration prior to the first day ofclass. Students requesting clinical care services are expected to schedule an appointment whenever possible.Students without appointments are first triaged by a Registered Nurse and then referred to see a nurse practitioner orphysician based on the type and severity of symptoms and/or urgency of the medical complaint. There is a nominalcharge for ancillary services, such as vaccines, lab tests, medications, and office procedures which is considerablylower than that charged by local urgent care centers and emergency rooms. Appointments are required to access theToday and Beyond Wellness Center services and personal consultations. The following is an outline of servicesoffered to registered, health-fee paying students through the Student Health Services:Clinical Care ServicesGeneral Medical Clinic – primary care services, including physical examinations and screenings;diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illness and injuriesWomen’s Health Services – prevention and treatment – GYN services, including pap and pelvic exams;colposcopy performed by a gynecologistLaboratory – CLIA-waived testing done on site. The Student Health Service has entered into anagreement with local community laboratories to provide services for a discount to FAU students. Typicaltests include blood, urine, cultures, STD checks, pregnancy, mono, Strep, and othersOffice ProceduresEKG, TB screenings, respiratory therapy, vision screening, audiology, pap smears, suturing, allergyinjections (with allergist Rx), and IV hydrationImmunizations: MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), hepatitis A and B, influenza, tetanus/diphtheria,varicella, meningitis, HPV, and othersToday and Beyond Wellness CenterServices: one-on-one consultations; Micro-Fit computerized fitness assessment; anonymous HIVtesting and counseling;Special events: health screenings; theme weeks; health fairsAlternative Therapies: massage therapy, aromatherapy, acupuncture,FAU PharmacyPrescription medicationsOver-the-counter products, including vitamin and herbal supplements, first aid products, cold and fluproducts, aromatherapy, and more12