Olin Student Health Center | Michigan State University

Clinics

Allergy and Immunization Clinic
Counseling and Psychiatry
Neighborhood Clinics
Physical Therapy and Orthopedic Services
Primary Care
Women’s Health Clinic
Work-Related Illness or Injury

Allergy and Immunization Clinic

Services are available by appointment Monday through Friday

8:00am to 4:30pm. Closed for lunch 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Appointments: 517-353-4660

Fax: 517-432-9460

Please note: Due to the possibility of serious reactions from injections, Olin requires all patients to wait 20-30 minutes after each injection to assure no adverse reaction has occured. The patient is required to complete a self-exit sheet at the end of each appointment. Patients who cannot stay 20-30 minutes will not be given injections.

Location & Check-In

1st Floor Check-in - Room 122 (Fall and Spring Semester)
2nd Floor Check-in - Room 221 (Sprink Break and Summer Semester)

Please arrive 10 minutes before your appointment to fill out any necessary paperwork. Arriving more than 5 minutes late may result in your appointment being rescheduled. If you need to cancel your appointment, it must be done by 5:00pm on the business day before your scheduled appointment by calling 517-353-4660. Late cancellations and missed appointments will result in a $20 charge.

New Allergy Shot Patients

All students receiving allergy shots are required to make an initial appointment with a nurse before your first injection may be given.
You will need to bring the following from your allergist to your initial appointment:

A copy of the initial medical evaluation and indications for immunotherapy. Please also note whether or not the patient has asthma and any other significant diagnoses.
A copy of the patient's injection records noting reactions.
The patient's immunotherapy schedule detailing the following: The starting immunotherapy dose, the target maintenance dose, the immunotherapy schedule, instructions for late injections, and instructions for reactions.
Each of your antigen vials must be clearly labeled with the following: Patient name, contents, dilution, and expiration date on both the vial and paperwork (required).
Bring your vaccine with our instruction and authorization form completed by your allergist, to the Allergy Clinic (or have it mailed to Olin Health Center Allergy Clinic, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824-1037).
Please note that we do not give venom serum (bee) or subcutaneous injectable asthma medications (such as Xolair).
When needing injections of any type, the first injection must be given at physicians office.

Vial Storage

If you are unable to refrigerate your vials, we will gladly refrigerate them for you. Vials may be dropped off at any time during regular business hours. Your vials must be clearly labeled with your name, expiration date, and contents including antigens, glycerin, etc.

Returning Allergy Shot Patients

If you are a returning patient and have been away for the summer, please remember to bring in your most recent shot records for your return visit.

Olin Student Health Center does not offer allergy skin testing.

Immunizations Available

The Allergy and Immunization Clinic provides routine immunizations, including, meningococcal meningitis, chicken pox, MMR, Td, Tdap, influenza, hepatitis B, hepatitis A. TB skin testing is also available.

Vaccine Titer Tests

Lab testing is available for those who need proof of vaccine levels.

Injectable Medications

These require physician documentation prior to the appointment. Types of medications that are given are listed below:

Multiple Sclerosis Injectable Therapy
Testosterone
Lupron
Vitamin B 12

All students receiving injectable medications are required to make an initial appointment with a nurse before your first injection may be given.

Cost

A fee is charged for administration of allergy serum and vaccines. Additionally, there are charges for all routine immunizations, titers and TB skin tests.

Counseling and Psychiatry |↑|

Depression, anxiety, relationship problems, academic concerns - these are just some of the issues that affect many MSU students. If you think you may benefit from talking with a counselor, your first step could be to call the MSU Counseling Center to schedule an appointment.

Any student registered for one or more credits is eligible for a consultation - assessment interview. As resources permit, additional services and/or referrals may be provided. Call the Counseling Center to check available times, 355-8270; TTY 353-7278. The MSU Counseling Center is located in the Student Services building.

Psychiatry Services are located at Olin Health Center. Consultation and treatment is provided for a wide range of mental health concerns including: mood and anxiety disorders, eating disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, alcohol/substance abuse, and psychosis.

Olin Psychiatry works in collaboration with the MSU Counseling Center and the Olin Primary Care Clinic.

Students with mental health concerns who desire consultation/treatment with a psychiatrist should first present to the Counseling Center. The Counseling Center staff will do an initial assessment. If Psychiatric referral is needed, the counselor will evaluate whether Olin Psychiatry or a community resource would be the best fit and make the appropriate referral. Referrals to Psychiatry can also be generated by Olin Primary Care Clinic providers.

Psychiatry Appointments

Clinic hours are Monday through Friday and by appointment only. Appointments can be made with the Psychiatry staff by referral. The first three Psychiatry appointments are prepaid by the University for enrolled MSU students (this does not apply to MSU Law or Lifelong Ed students). Current prices are $130 for a 20-30 minute visit and $182 for a 45-minute visit. Prices are subject to change.

Once your appointment is scheduled, please print out and complete the Psychiatry Intake form to bring with you to your first appointment.

To speak with a Psychiatry Clinic staff member, please call 353-8737.

Cancellations

Twenty-four hour notice is requested for all cancellations. There is a $50.00 fee for no shows and late cancellations (less than 24 hour notice) of the initial consultation and a $20.00 cancellation fee for follow up visits. Cancellations should be called in to 353-8737.

Additional MSU Mental Health Resource Options

mentalhealthresources.msu.edu

Neighborhood Clinics |↑|

Conveniently located in Brody, Holden, and Hubbard Halls, these clinics are open to any MSU student for treatment of illness or minor injuries. For an appointment, call 517-353-4660.

Physical Therapy and Orthopedic Services |↑|

The Physical Therapy Clinic at Olin Health Center is an orthopedic outpatient department specializing in functional recovery and injury prevention. Our staff have years of clinical experience treating a vast range of orthopedic and sporting conditions. Therapists continuously train to remain updated at the forefront of theoretical and clinical knowledge.

General services include those for:

Orthopedic injuries
Foot orthotic fabrication
Back and neck problems
Ergonomic/Worksite evaluations
TMJ disorders
Sports injuries

Access to Care

Physical therapy services are available to all MSU students, faculty and staff members and their spouse/domestic partner. A signed and dated prescription is needed from a physician (MD, DO), physician's assistant (PA), dentist (DDS) or podiatrist (DPM). Services are available by appointment.

Insurance Participation

We participate with the following insurance companies:

Blue Cross Blue Shield
Physician Health Plan
MSU Aetna Student Health
Messa

For other health insurance companies, a pre-authorization is required. Please call their customer service line to validate coverage.

Hours

Monday - Friday, 8 am to 6 pm

Appointments

To make an appointment or speak to a physical therapist, please call 517-353-5008.

Primary Care |↑|

The services of the Primary Care Clinic are by appointment, similar to those provided by a family physician. Care is provided by highly qualified nurses, certified physician assistants and board-certified physicians specializing in internal medicine and family practice. This clinic is designed to provide continuous management of both long-term and short-term medical problems, as well as preventive medical care. For continuity of care and in order to build personal relationships, students are encouraged on return visits to request a physician with whom they feel comfortable. Appointments can often be made for the same day treatment is requested. Call 517-353-4660.

Women’s Health Clinic |↑|

The staff of Olin Health Center's Women's Health Clinic respects and supports women in assuming an active role in their health care. To assist in this process, individual staff consultation visits, audiovisual programs, and educational pamphlets are available.

General Health Maintenance

GARDASIL: Vaccine for HPV

Annual Gynecological Exam
Includes a general physical exam including breast and pelvic exams, and a Pap test for cancer of the cervix.

Contraceptive Counseling
Professional advice about method(s) of contraception to meet individual medical needs and lifestyles.

Contraception Visits
Gynecological examination and personalized instruction for contraception. Contraceptive options available by prescription include oral contraceptives (birth control pills), diaphragms, OrthoEvra, Depo Provera, and NuvaRing. Over the counter options include Plan B: Emergency Contraception, foam, and condoms.

Pregnancy Testing
Low-cost, accurate pregnancy testing. In addition, individual counseling and referral sources are offered in a supportive and confidential manner.

Care Following Sexual Assault
We provide compassionate care by personnel with expert training and on-site resources. All medical findings are completely confidential.

Gynecology Problems

Emergency Contraception (Morning After Pill)
Available to prevent pregnancy for women who have had unprotected vaginal sex within the last 72 hours. Plan B is available without a prescription to clients 17 years and older. The customer will need to speak with a pharmacist to receive plan B. Students who are less than 17 years old will need a prescription to receive this medicine.

General Gynecological Problems
Diagnostic testing and treatment for problems such as irregular bleeding, heavy periods, menstrual cramps, PMS, abnormal hair growth, painful intercourse, and vaginal infections.

Minor Surgical Procedures
Treatment for abnormal Pap smears (including colposcopy), evaluation of abnormal genital lesions, Norplant removal, and IUD removal.

Screening and Treatment of Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Including Chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, HPV (genital warts), and HIV infections. All testing, treatment, and counseling are handled in a strictly confidential manner.

What Costs are Involved?

Fees are charged for the following services: pharmacy, laboratory (including Pap smears), radiology, treatment of genital warts, minor surgical procedures, and some office visits. Students and their spouses are encouraged to secure health insurance coverage. See Eligibility, Fees and Insurance page for more details.

Work-Related Illness or Injury |↑|

Employees who suffer a work-related illness/injury should immediately report the injury to the supervisor. The following is the process for seeking medical care.

Supervisors are to immediately call an ambulance (9-1-1) if the illness/injury is a critical emergency. The ambulance driver will transport the individual to the nearest medical facility available for treatment.

When the illness/injury is not critical, the supervisor is to complete the Authorization to Invoice MSU (pdf) and direct the employee as follows:

Primary Facility

Secondary Facility

Use this facility when Olin Health Center is closed (except for bloodborne pathogen exposures and emergencies).
Follow-up visits must be scheduled at Olin Health Center.
Open Holidays

Emergency Facility

Use this facility for critical emergencies.
Go directly to Emergency department for: severe burns, fractures, shock, seizure, shortness of breath, severe bleeding, chest pain, head injuries, motor vehicle accidents, and bloodborne pathogen exposures, chemical exposure or smoke inhalation.
Follow-up visits must be scheduled at Olin Health Center.

Within 24 hours after a reported illness/injury, the injured worker is to complete the Report of Claimed Occupational Injury or Illness (pdf). Copies must be distributed to the parties listed at the bottom of the form. Do not wait for medical reports before filling out this form.

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