The SHS Clinic
Medical
Services
The SHS Clinic serves the dual role of a modern medical facility which provides quality healthcare and a classroom for students pursuing careers in clinical healthcare fields.
Our staff of highly trained medical personnel is made up of doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, medical assistants and medical specialists who have dedicated themselves to provide the highest degree of care to the students of the University of Pittsburgh.
Our facility also provides the opportunity for students in the clinical healthcare fields who have reached the residency stage of their training to gain valuable experience under the guidance of our fine medical staff.
We provide the following General Services:
- General Medicine
- Contraceptive Options
- Allergy Injections
- Lab Work
We also provide the following Specialized Services:
- Gynecology
- Orthopedics
Appointments
Making an Appointment
- In Person: Go to Medical Services (Room 500 Waiting Room A) and speak with a receptionist.
- By Telephone: Call 412-383-1800 and speak with a receptionist.
In most cases, you should be able to get an appointment within the same day.
SHS No-Show Appointment Policy
Please be aware that we have a no-show policy. This means that if you do not come to your appointment -OR- cancel the appointment 2 hours prior to the scheduled appointment, a $10 charge will be added to your tuition statement. (A $10 fee may also be charged if you arrive more than 10 minutes late for an appointment as well).
This policy is in place to ensure that students are seen as quickly as possible. Students who arrive late, no show for appointments, or cancel at the last second, unfairly deprive other students of timely access to care.
When You Arrive for an Appointment
Upon arrival at the Student Health Service prior to your scheduled appointment time, you must check in so that we know that you are here.
You can check-in by going to Medical Services (Room 500 Waiting Room A) and choosing one of the following:
- Talk to a receptionist.
- Do it yourself by using our fast and easy Self Check-In Terminal.
Your check-in will be complete after receiving an invoice with your appointment information and unique appointment identification barcode on it.
After Check-In
Go to the appropriate Waiting Room listed on your invoice. When it is your turn to be seen, you will be called into the examining room. You must give your invoice to the clinician. The clinician needs this invoice to create a medical record of your visit and to create a list of services for billing purposes.
After Your Appointment
After you are finished with the clinician, please return to Medical Services (Room 500 Waiting Room A) to settle any billed services or schedule any follow-up appointments with one of the receptionists.
Remember: If you don't pay your bills, you won't be able to register for the next term or receive any transcripts.
Emergency Care
The Student Health Services is a primary care facility and is not equipped to treat emergencies.
In the event of an emergency, the City of Pittsburgh Emergency Service can be reached thru campus phones by dialing 9-911.
The EMS based in Oakland will provide immediate care and transportation to an area hospital.
Any charges incurred for hospital or ambulatory care are the Financial Responsibility of the Student.
Private health and medical insurance plans are usually acceptable for these situations.
Women's Health
The Student Health Service offers gynecology services to the University's female student population.
Our gynecology services include:
- Routine examinations
- Contraceptive options
- Pregnancy determination
- Treatment of common gynecological problems
- Treatment of sexually transmitted disease
These services are available by appointment only.