When is the Student Health Center open?
Who is eligible for services?
How much does it cost?
Are doctors on campus?
Do I need an appointment to see a nurse or physician?
Why do I have a Health Center hold on my registration and how do I get it removed?
Does the Student Health Center keep a copy of my vaccination records and how do I get a copy?
I need allergy shots, can the nurse at the College give me my shot?
What do I do for summer health care?
Does the Student Health Center offer Counseling Services?
The Student Health Center is closed, what should I do?
Where is the Student Health Center?
Can I get my prescriptions filled in the Student Health Center?
If I am sick and miss class, will Student Health write me a medical excuse note?
I do not have health insurance, can I be treated in Student Health?
Does Student Health notify my parents and faculty if I am sick?
When is the Student Health Center open?
The nurses clinic is open Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. during the academic year, when classes are in session, August - May.
The hours for the college physician, nurse practitioner and physician assistant are listed below.
The Business Office is open Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Staff in the Business Office can assist with questions regarding immunizations, physical examination requirements and student health insurance.
Who is eligible for services?
All registered Canisius students are eligible for nurses and physician services in the Student Health Center regardless of race, religion, national origin, marital status, health insurance status, veterans status, sex, age, ability to pay, sexual identity or disability. Faculty, administrators, staff, and visitors can be seen by the nurse for first aid.
How much does it cost?
All nursing and physician visits are free of charge except for the physical examination and immunization needed for class attendance. Students will be responsible for payment of any off-campus referrals for physician treatment, laboratory work, x-rays, and emergency care.
Are doctors on campus?
The Student Health Center has physicians, a nurse practitioner and a physician assistant on staff. One of these healthcare providers is available in the Student Health Center each day the clinic is open. Provider hours are: Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m.to 12 noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Do I need an appointment to see a nurse or physician?
Yes, students should make an appointment to be seen in Student Health. Students are encouraged to call early in the morning of the day they wish to be seen or to make an appointment using GriffMed ,the student on line scheduler. Student Health makes every attempt to schedule a same day appointment but can not guarantee an appointment time that does not conflict with class or work schedules. Students are responsible to arrange for missing class or work before their Health Center appointment.
Why do I have a Health Center hold on my registration and how do I get it removed?
A hold is place on a student's registration when they have not submitted a completed physicial examination form, proof of immunizations or a meningitis response form.
Students with registration holds should contact Student Health to determine what health requirements are missing. Holds will be lifted when all information is received, accurate and meets all health requirements.
Does the Student Health Center keep a copy of my vaccination records and how do I get a copy?
The Student Health Center keeps all health records, including vaccination records for a period of 10 years after you graduate or leave the College.
To obtain a copy of your health records you must complete and submit a personally signed release of medical information form to the Student Health Center. Click here (.pdf) for a release of medical information form. This form can be faxed to the Student Health Center at (716) 888-3217. Please allow adequate time for the Student Health Center to locate your health records and mail them. Records are usually sent from the Student Health Center within 1 week of receiving a completed release of immunization/physical examination form. The Student Health Center does not fax immunization or medical records or medical information. Students will be given one free copy of immunizations, additional copies will be subject to a $0.75 per page charge.
I need allergy shots, can the nurse at the College give me my shot?
Several allergists in the Western New York area have agreed to provide allergy injections for Canisius College students. Each allergist has specific procedures, clinic hours for the injections and billing practices. It is the student's responsibility to contact the physician's office and inquire about these practices. A list of allergists can be found below.
Transportation to and from the allergist appointments will be the responsibility of the student. The Student Health Center does not arrange transportation. All of the allergist listed below are either a subway ride or bus ride from the College. If the student is in need of cab service, Liberty Cab at 877-7111 can assist.
Billing for the injections must be discussed with the allergist's office directly since billing is based on the student's insurance, and is also specific to each office. Some allergist's will require a consultation before the first injection. Billing is also based on administration procedures and serum production. The Student Health Center does not have any information on rates and billing practices. Please check your carrier to determine how reimbursement will be handled and if you need to obtain an out of plan referral for services rendered by another physician. The allergists in Western New York will require these referrals and insurance clearance prior to injection.
All of the allergists listed below treat students regardless of age, including those under the age of 18 years. Your parents may have to sign an authorization for treatment prior to the injections.
ALLERGISTS
| Dr. Helms and Dr. Reisman 85 High Street Buffalo, New York 14203 (716) 630-1130 (short subway ride from Canisius) Allergy Clinic Buffalo General Hospital Dr. Stanley Schwartz 100 High Street, (3rd floor, D building) Buffalo, New York 14203 (716) 859-2524 (subway ride from Canisius) |
Allergy Clinic Erie County Medical Center Dr. Stanley Schwartz 462 Grider Street Buffalo, New York 14215 (716) 898-3311 (bus ride from Canisius) Buffalo Amherst Allergy 3800 Delaware Avenue Kenmore, New York 14217 (716) 875-3800 (bus ride from Canisius) |
What do I do for summer health care?
If you are sick or injured during the summer, contact Public Safety at extension 711 or 2330. Public Safety can transport you to the emergency room at Sisters Hospital. If you are sick, but your condition is not an emergency, the Student Health Center clerical staff can refer you to a local clinic or physician or click here to find a listing of clinics and primary care providers in Western New York who offer urgent care services and medical care. If you are insured under the Canisius College Student Accident and Sickness insurance plan you can also locate a provider through the Breechstreet Network at http://www.beechstreet.com/.
Does the Student Health Center offer Counseling Services?
The Student Health Center does not provide ongoing counseling services for emotional or mental health issues.
The Counseling Center, located in the same suite with the Student Health Center, has professional counselors to assist students with emotional or mental health issues. Appointments can be made by calling 888-2620. The Counseling Center can also refer students to local mental health providers if needed. For more information on the Counseling Center visit their web site at www.canisius.edu/counseling.
The Student Health Center is closed, what should I do?
In the event of a medical emergency (injury or illness) anywhere on campus, contact Public Safety at extension 711. If necessary, the individual will be sent to the emergency department at Sisters Hospital or to a local hospital of the individual's choice. If the illness or injury is not an emergency, click here for a list of urgent care clinics.
Where is the Student Health Center?
The Student Health Center is located in the tunnel level of Frisch Hall along with the Counseling Center. Access is most easily attained through the campus tunnel system which is wheelchair accessible. See Canisius map here.
Can I get my prescriptions filled in the Student Health Center?
The Student Health Center does not fill prescriptions. Prior to your arrival on campus attempt to obtain enough of your prescription medication to last until your next visit home. If this is not possible, there are many local pharmacies available in the Buffalo area. Your health insurance plan, however, may place limitations on where you are able to have your prescriptions filled. Please check that before arriving on campus. Following is a list of local pharmacies.
| C.V.S. Pharmacy 2000 Kensington (near Harlem) (716) 839-1363 |
Tops Pharmacy Elmwood Ave. near Hinman (716) 515-2190 |
| Eckerd Drugs 2585 Main Street Central Park Plaza (716) 833 - 3222 |
Walgreens Pharmacy 3488 Main Street (at Kenmore Ave.) (716) 834-7011 (800) 925-4733 |
| Rite Aid Pharmacy 1410 Delaware Avenue (near Delevan) (716) 885-9944 |
Wegmans Pharmacy 601 Amherst Street (716) 877-1477 |
| Target Pharmacy 2626 Delaware Avenue (716) 447-0297 |
There is a listing of all local pharmacies in the local telephone book yellow pages. |
If I am sick and miss class, will Student Health write me a medical excuse note?
Student Health does not write notes for missed class or work. Students who are sick or injured and unable to attend class safely, should notify faculty before missing the class. If the student is seen in Student Health, a verification of the clinic visit is sent to the student at their Griffmail address. Students can print that verification to share with faculty if needed. To read the Student Health Center medical note policy, click here.
I do not have health insurance, can I be treated in Student Health?
Yes, all students are welcome in the Student Health Center. Canisius College however strongly recommends that all students have health insurance. Click here to read about the student sickness and accident insurance plan offered through the college.
Does Student Health notify my parents and faculty if I am sick?
No, Student Health does not notify parents, guardians, faculty, or coaches if you are sick or injured. You must sign an Authorization to Disclose Protected Health Information designating what health information you want to share and to whom Student Health can release that information. Click here to read about confidentiality in Student Health.