The Student Health Center offers the following tips for faculty:
Emergencies
Medical emergencies in the classroom should be called into Public Safety at extension 711. A trained public safety officer will respond to the scene. If an ambulance is needed for hospital transport Public Safety will request one. Public Safety will also transport students to the Student Health Center for treatment and first aid.
For more information on how to handle emergencies click here.
Students with Special Health Care Needs
The Student Health Center advises students with special health care needs such as seizure disorders, diabetes, bleeding disorder etc, to notify their professors at the beginning of each semester. Students are encouraged to share information about their specific health conditions and needs and provide faculty with information on how to handle any medical emergencies that might develop as a result. We also advise students to inform faculty about the possibility of missed classes or coursework if their medical condition changes and alters the ability to meet academic demands. The Student Health Center recommends that all students with special health care needs be referred to Disability Support Services.
The Student Health Center also encourages faculty to provide an opportunity for students to discuss their specific health needs with them in a caring and confidential manner. A simple announcement on the first day of class that you are available to discuss any special circumstances or needs might make it easier for students to come forward to share information.
Updates
The Student Health Center will try to keep updated on current disease trends on campus that might impact students ability to attend classes. This will be done using campus e-mail system.
Medical Notes
Student Health medical staff does not medical notes for missed classes. Students are advised to notify faculty before missing a class due to illness or injury. Click here to read the Student Health Center medical note policy.
Confidentiality
Student Health will not provide faculty with any medical information about a student. Student Health will not confirm that a student was seen in the Student Health Center. Students must sign an authorization allowing Student Health to discuss medical conditions, treatment and other medical information with faculty.
Questions
Questions regarding services, policies, programs can be directed to creahan@canisius.edu or contact Patricia Creahan, at 888-2616.