Schiffert Health Center
Schiffert Health Center, the principal medical facility at Virginia Tech, will provide services to support all members of the campus community in achieving the best possible health.
Health is committed to supporting the other academic pursuits of Virginia Tech by providing accessible,
competent, and quality care, either directly or through referral.
Medical Services: All Inclusive
Schiffert Health provides a variety of services to meet each student’s unique medical needs,
including routine care, mental health,
travel medicine management, women’s health, allergy treatment, and immunizations.
The center is staffed by physicians,
nurse practitioners, nurses, and mental health counselors.
General Health Care
For the many health issues the students are facing, general medical care services are offered. These range from managing chronic conditions to treating acute illnesses and accidents, among many others. The service offering also includes regular physical exams, check-ups, and health screenings in order to maintain the students at the best level possible.
Women’s Health Services
Schiffert Center provides comprehensive women’s health services, including routine gynecologic exams, pregnancy and STI testing, and contraception counseling. The institution meets special medical needs for female students.
Vaccine and Allergy Services
Aside from this, the program also provides immunizations
and shots for allergies to make the children not be in a position where they may succumb to any contagious diseases.
Students are usually vaccinated against meningitis, flu, and HPV.
for instance, which ensures health throughout the year in school.
Medicine Associated with Travel
The Schiffert Center
can also provide health information, immunizations, and advice for travel medications to help students better prepare for a healthy and safe study abroad experience. This is quite helpful for the students undertaking study abroad programs.
Assistance for Mental Health
Health Center provides psychiatric diagnosis, therapy, and referrals to professional mental health providers because they realize how important it is to look after students’ mental well-being. The goal of it is to support the students for whatever mental condition, such as depression, anxiety, and stress, they might experience.
Convenience and Accessibility
The Health Center is located within Virginia Tech’s campus. The Schiffert Center provides a student health portal, same-day visits for urgent needs, and the ability to schedule appointments online. This will enable students to communicate with the healthcare professionals and maintain their medical records.
Education and Community Involvement
The Schiffert Centre strongly believes in health education. Through outreach, fairs, and seminars, Schiffert educates the kids on everything relating to health-related topics. This allows them to live a healthy life.
Conclusion
Schiffert Center is dedicated to providing comprehensive, available,
and student-centered medical care that advances the health of Virginia Tech students.
The center is focused on improving campus life
by addressing the needs of students with regard to physical as well as emotional health.
FAQs
Who is eligible to use Schiffert Center?
Schiffert Health Center services are available to all currently enrolled Virginia Tech students.
How can I make an appointment at Schiffert Center?
Appointments can be made online through
the student health portal or by calling the center directly.
Does Schiffert Center accept insurance?
Yes, the center accepts a variety of insurance plans.
Students are encouraged to check with their insurance
provider and the health center for specific coverage details.
Are mental health services confidential?
Yes, all mental health services at Schiffert Health Center are confidential.
Information is only shared with consent or as required by law.
What should I do in case of a medical emergency?
In case of a medical emergency,
Students should call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room.
Schiffert Health Center also provides guidance
on urgent care options during and after hours.
