Health Center
To schedule an appointment, students can click on "Health Center Appointment Request" link above or email healthcenter@vanguard.edu.
A staff member will respond to the request within 24 hours or the next business day. Walk-ins are accepted if availability permits.
IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW IS EXPERIENCING A MEDICAL OR PSYCHIATRIC EMERGENCY, CALL 911 AND THEN, CALL CAMPUS SAFETY AT 949-244-0098.
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In An Emergency
Any staff or student who is facing a life-threatening emergency should dial 911 (or 9-911 if a campus phone) and give the nature of the emergency, the location on campus, and stay in contact with the emergency operator and the injured person until help arrives. Anyone assisting with an emergency or injured person should also dial Campus Public Safety at (949) 244-0098, to alert them to an emergency and the activation of Emergency Medical Services.
Health Care Services
The campus nurse practitioner can evaluate and treat a variety of acute illnesses and minor injuries as well as help with the completion of school-related healthcare requirements based on protocols established by the Nurse Practitioner (NP) and her collaborating physician. Students presenting with an illness or injury that requires a higher level of care, unavailable treatment modalities, or ongoing care will be referred to an off-site healthcare facility guided by the student’s personal insurance coverage (however, it is the responsibility of each individual to check with the healthcare facility regarding insurance coverage and possible out-of-pocket costs). The Health Center is not meant to replace the student’s primary care provider. The NP can only provide consultation and referrals for chronic conditions such as depression, asthma, and diabetes. The Health Center NP also aids students with management of COVID-19 related concerns and aids students with referrals and management of healthcare concerns following on-campus medical incidents.
Emergency Care and Community Resources
EMERGENCIES: Please proceed to Emergency Care Services for serious and/or life threatening conditions such as (but not limited to): heavy bleeding, trouble breathing, chest pain, severe head injury or changes in mental status, sudden or severe pain, sudden dizziness, weakness, changes in vision, severe or persistent vomiting or diarrhea and loss of consciousness.
NON-EMERGENCIES: Please proceed to Urgent Care Services for the non-emergent medical issues that arise outside of Health Center appointment hours or issues that need to be addressed prior to the next available Health Center appointment. Refer to the back of your medical insurance card for instructions to find a facility that is covered by your insurance.
Our Mission
The mission of the Health Center is to provide quality health and wellness care as a supplement to the student’s existing health care plan for acute illnesses and injuries in a safe, comfortable, and confidential environment.
Hours
Clinic Hours
The Health Center Clinic is open during the regular semester period (fall/spring semesters). Please make an appointment during the following hours:
Tuesday through Friday
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Office Hours
The Health Center Office is open year-round Monday through Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm (hours subject to change for summer). The office staff can assist students with basic first aid, over the counter medications, purchasing COVID antigen tests, referring off-campus, and scheduling appointments with the campus Nurse Practitioner.
Location
The Health Center is on the first floor of the Smith Hall Building in the Health & Wellness Center, near the Seymour/Chapel location.
Contact Us
Phone:
714-619-6471
Email:
healthcenter@vanguard.edu