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Welcome to UHS General Medicine!
UHS General Medicine is UMass Boston's comprehensive health center staffed by board-certified healthcare providers specializing in college health.
At UHS, we address a wide range of health concerns, including:
- Infections, such as sore throats, colds, flu, urinary tract infections
- Injuries, such as sprains, wounds, concussions, lacerations
- Symptoms, such as abdominal pain, fatigue, cough, dizziness
- Chronic conditions, such as asthma, migraines, ADHD
- Skin issues, such as acne, rashes, bites
- Musculoskeletal issues, such as back pain, joint pain
- Procedures, such as ear irrigations, dressing changes, wart treatment
To ensure effective communication and high-quality care for all students, we utilize Language Line translation services during appointments. This service provides real-time translation in over 240 languages, allowing non-English speaking students to receive the medical attention they need comfortably and accurately.
Primary Care
Receive expert care for:
- Diagnosis & Treatment: Illnesses, injuries, acute and chronic conditions.
- Annual Wellness Visits (Physicals) (for patients with student health insurance only)
- Medication Management
- Sexual and Reproductive Health
- Gener-Affirming Care
- Sports Physicals (for UMB athletes only)
- Health Screenings
- Referrals
Telehealth Services
Convenient appointments via HIPAA-secure Zoom for:
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- Mood Check-In & Management
- Follow-Ups & Lab Test Result Reviews
- Pre-Existing Condition Follow-Ups
- Medication Management
- Birth Control Consultations
- Asymptomatic STI Testing
- Symptomatic Screenings
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Sexual & reproductive health services
Comprehensive services include:
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- Birth Control: Education, counseling, management, and various options available, including oral contraceptives, vaginal ring (NuvaRing), and shot (Depo-Provera). Referrals for implants (Nexplanon), intrauterine devices (IUDs), and diaphragms.
- Emergency Contraception: Counseling and prescriptions available free of charge.
- HPV Vaccinations
- Menstrual-Related Concerns
- Pain Evaluations: Including pelvic pain and painful sex symptoms.
- Pregnancy Testing, Options Counseling, and Medication Abortion Referrals
- PrEP & PEP: HIV prevention medications and counseling.
- Vaginal Exams: Including Pap tests and follow-ups.
- Testing and Treatment: Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Hepatitis B, HIV, HPV, Syphilis, and more.
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Travelwell services
We recommend making an appointment about 3 months before your trip! Some vaccines may take up to a month to complete. Prepare for international travel with:
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- Counseling and Education: Information and educational materials concerning health risks in destination countries.
- Travel Vaccines: Tailored recommendations and vaccinations based on destination and health history to prevent illness.
- Medication Evaluation: Depending on the destination, medications may be recommended to prevent relevant illnesses or symptoms while traveling.
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Immunizations and Tuberculosis Testing
Ensure you're protected with required and recommended vaccines and testing requirements.
- Required Immunizations:
- Hepatitis B (Energix-B and Hepislav-B)
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR-II)
- Meningococcal Conjugate ACWY (Menveo and Menactra)
- Tdap/Pertussis (Boostrix)
- Tetanus-Diphtheria (Tenivac)
- Varicella (Varivax)
- Routine & Preventative Immunizations (Recommended):
- Human Papilloma Virus (Gardasil 9-valent)
- Influenza (seasonal)
- Meningococcal B (Bexsero)
- Travel Vaccines
Laboratory Services
Our Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)-approved laboratory partners with Quest Diagnostics as a reference laboratory to offer:
- In-House Tests: Such as pregnancy, strep throat, flu, COVID.
- External Lab Services: Coordination with Quest Diagnostics for specialized testing.
Dental Services
Starting in the Fall 2023 semester, University Health Services launched a collaboration with FlossTime, a mobile dental provider. FlossTime clinicians come on-campus to provide dental cleanings, dental exams, mobile x-rays, Invisalign scanning, and teeth whitening to the UMass Boston community. Visit the FlossTime Dental Clinic page for more information about appointments and frequently asked questions.
UHS Freebies
- Emergency Contraception: Safe and effective birth control you can use to prevent pregnancy up to 5 days after unprotected intercourse. Students can access it for free via sExpress or by appointment at UHS. If you do not see appointments within 48 hours, please call the UHS General Medicine clinic at (617) 287-5660.
- Flu Kits: Includes essentials for flu season such as thermometers, tissues, hand sanitizer, soup, and more. Request at the UHS General Medicine Front Desk (Quinn Administration Building, 2nd Floor).
- Menstrual Products: Free pads and tampons are available in the UHS Lobby.
- Narcan Kits: Free kits including Narcan, fentanyl and xylazine test strips, a CPR face shield, and overdose prevention information available for all UMass Boston community members. Reserve a pickup timeslot by calling the front desk at (617) 287-5660.
- Safer Sex Supplies:
- Condoms are available in the UHS Lobby and exam rooms.
- sExpress is a free safer sex supply service for students on campus. Free resources include emergency contraception, external latex and latex-free condoms, flavored latex dental dams, personal lubricants, pregnancy tests, and educational materials. Click here to place your order!
- You will get an email when your envelope will be delivered to the Residence Halls or be available for pickup at UHS within 2 business days!
For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact us at (617) 287-5660 or book online. University Health Services is committed to your health and well-being throughout your academic journey at UMass Boston.