Medical Health Services

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Medical Health Services provides confidential basic health services as well as primary care, pharmacy, and laboratory.  We encourage health awareness and education about preventive care, disease management and treatment choices. Our goal during each visit is that you and GHW medical staff work together to make decisions to promote your health and well-being, now and into the future.

Nutrition

Schedule an appointment with a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) for individual nutrition support.

Conditions and Concerns We Can Help With

We provide support for a variety of nutrition-related needs and goals, including: 

  • Chronic condition management (e.g., diabetes, heart health, hypertension, high cholesterol, anemia)
  • Digestive conditions (e.g., celiac disease, IBS, and other gastrointestinal issues)
  • Disordered eating, mindful eating, and body image
  • Fueling for exercise and sports performance
  • General nutrition concerns such as appetite changes, energy levels, balanced eating or food allergies and intolerances.
  • Improving your relationship with food and your body
  • Plant-based, vegetarian, and vegan nutrition

To schedule an appointment: 

Book online through the myHealth portal or call (415) 338-1251.
Appointments are currently held virtually via Zoom. In-person appointments are available by request.

Cost: Covered by the Student Health Fee
No-Show Policy: If you miss your appointment without calling to cancel or reschedule, you will be charged a $20 no-show fee.

Initial Appointments (30 minutes)

For students who have never met with our RDN or have not seen them in over a year.
Includes a nutrition assessment, counseling, education, and personalized goal setting.

Follow-up Appointments (60 minutes)

For students who have seen our RDN within the past year.
Includes continued counseling, progress monitoring, and support to help you reach your health goals.

Interested in learning more about balanced eating? Visit our Balanced Eating page to explore free nutrition workshops, cooking classes and resources.

Weight and BMI are poor and inaccurate measures of health – in fact, current BMI ranges are based mainly on white populations and do not take body composition (including muscle mass, body fat percentage, and bone density) into account. BMI does not account for biological and genetic differences in the relationship between weight, muscle mass, and disease risk among different groups of people. 

Research shows that intentional weight loss may negatively impact health, especially when weight is lost too quickly. Incorporating consistent and balanced eating and lifestyle behaviors improves overall health and well-being regardless of weight change, and our Registered Dietitian can support you in achieving good health at any size. 

The number on a scale does not define you, your health status, or your abilities. For more information on how intentional weight loss does not support improved health outcomes, please visit HAEShealthsheets.com.

No. We define “dieting” here as any attempt to change body size through food and/or movement. Research shows that diets don’t work and may actually result in a negative relationship with food, weight gain (oftentimes even more than initially lost from dieting), and worsened health outcomes.  

All food is designed to provide energy to the body – however, the amount and quality of energy received varies based on the quantities and combinations consumed! Maximizing variety and minimizing unnecessary restrictions is the best way to keep eating consistent, joyful, and exciting. Our Registered Dietitian will work with you to find an optimal balance of foods that works best for your body. 

For more information on how dieting does not support health and well-being, please visit HAEShealthsheets.com.

Not quite. Our Registered Dietitian believes all foods can fit into a healthy and happy lifestyle, which means that she won’t tell you to avoid or cut out any of your favorite foods unless it is medically necessary (e.g., if you have a food allergy).

Our Registered Dietitian will learn about your food beliefs and eating preferences and help equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to build balanced meals in any setting and achieve your nutrition-related health goals.

In a nutshell, all Registered Dietitians are nutritionists, but not all nutritionists are Registered Dietitians. 

Registered Dietitians are nutrition professionals who must: 

  • Have a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in food and nutrition sciences
  • Complete a minimum of 1,200 hours of supervised practice
  • Pass a rigorous examination to become licensed
  • Complete continuing education hours in order to maintain their credentials 

The term “nutritionist” isn’t regulated, so anyone can call themselves one. While you can find qualified nutritionists with proper education and training, there are also many people calling themselves nutritionists who have little to no education and training (especially on social media). These self-declared “nutritionists” may offer misleading, ineffective, and oftentimes harmful nutrition advice. If you are seeking evidence-based nutrition advice and support, especially for medical conditions, a Registered Dietitian is your best bet.

The choice is yours! Exact timing depends on you, your schedule, your specific health goals, and the level of support and accountability needed to achieve them.  

Building and maintaining consistency with new habits takes time and practice – we usually recommend working with a Registered Dietitian regularly (i.e., weekly or bi-weekly) for at least 6 months for optimal results. 

Our Registered Dietitian can better assess the length of time needed to achieve long-lasting results after completing an initial consultation. Once started, you always have the option to meet less frequently or on an as-needed basis as you build more comfort and confidence with your eating.

Laboratory

All lab tests done at the Gator Health Student Center are provided at a cost to registered students. Check with the laboratory staff for a current price list for laboratory tests. If eligible, Family PACT will cover the cost of many birth control methods as well as the cost of testing, diagnosis, and treatment of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and vaginal infections. If you have any questions, please call (415) 338-1251 


You can view your lab results by logging into myHealth.

Sexual and Reproductive Health

Interested in starting birth control?
We can help you choose a method that fits your lifestyle and answer any questions you might have. You’ll need an appointment, but not an exam, to get a prescription for birth control. 

Schedule an appointment through your patient portal.

Methods of birth control we offer include:

  • IUD (Intrauterine Device – Mirena, Paragard, Skyla, and Kyleena)
  • Implant (Nexplanon)
  • Depo shot (Depo-Provera)
  • The Patch (Xulane)
  • Ring (Nuva Ring)
  • Birth Control Pills
  • External condoms
  • Diaphragm

Refills

If you need a refill for your current birth control or would like to re-start, schedule a Birth Control Refill appointment through myHealth. To check if you have remaining refills, call the Pharmacy at (415) 338-1710

Cost

Most health insurance plans including Medi-Cal and SF Health Plan cover the cost of birth control. Eligible students may also qualify for Family PACT, which provides free birth control and condoms.  

Learn more about Family PACT

Learn about other free safe sex supplies.

Emergency Contraception

Emergency Contraception

We offer several Emergency Contraception options, including emergency contraceptive pills (the “morning-after pill”) and the Paragard IUD. Call us at (415) 338-1251 to make an appointment or to ask about low-cost options. Emergency contraceptive pills are covered by Family PACT and most health insurance plans.

Resources for emergency contraception when the health center is closed:

Gynecology and Cervical Cancer Screening

To make an appointment for gynecology or a cervical cancer screening, please make a “Vaginal, Breast or Contraception Concerns appointment” via myHealth.
We can discuss:

  • Birth control methods – what is available and how to choose
  • Breast issues
  • Cervical cancer screenings (Pap smears, scheduled after age 21)
  • Menopausal symptoms
  • Menstrual or vaginal bleeding issues
  • Preconception counseling
  • Sexually transmitted infection (STI) or exposure – we can screen you!
  • Sexuality issues
  • Vaginal bumps, unusual discharge, or other symptoms

Medication Abortions and Options Counseling

To make an appointment for Medication Abortions and or Options Counseling please call us at (415) 338-1251 or online via myHealth

Increased access to medication abortion services at Gator Health and Wellbeing is in support of SB 24. This senate bill is a direct result of student voice and action, states that access to MAB is an essential medical service to students and requires all UCs and CSU to make it available to students as part of the mission to support students’ fair access to education. 

Find more information about SB24

Medication Abortions and Options Counseling

Medication Abortions and Options Counseling

To make an appointment for Medication Abortions and or Options Counseling please call us at (415) 338-1251 or online via myHealth

Increased access to medication abortion services at Gator Health and Wellbeing is in support of SB 24. This senate bill is a direct result of student voice and action, states that access to MAB is an essential medical service to students and requires all UCs and CSU to make it available to students as part of the mission to support students’ fair access to education. 

Find more information about SB24

Gender Affirming Care (GAC)

We are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for students who are seeking gender affirming healthcare. Gator Health and Wellbeing uses the informed consent model to support our patients. Our goal is to empower you with information so you can understand your options and make decisions that feel right for you.

Schedule a consultation with us to discuss:

  • Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
  • Voice therapy
  • Surgery referrals
  • Mental health support
  • Sexual health services
  • General medical care

If you are interested in exploring gender affirming care, please call us at (415) 338-1251 or schedule an appointment with us online via MyHealth.

STI or HIV Testing and Vaccines

If you are having sex, a key part of staying healthy is to GYT (Get Yourself Tested). Call us at (415) 338-1251 to schedule an STI Screening. 

While learning about healthy sexuality may begin with the basics about sex and sexual health, it should also include getting informed about your own status– by getting tested. 

Half of all sexually active people will get an STI by the age of 25.  And even though many STIs are treatable, most people with an STI do not have any symptoms at all, which means the infections can become more serious, and continue to spread to new partners. 

If you are having sex, a key part of staying healthy is to GYT (Get Yourself Tested). Many students ask about the "STI Test," assuming there is one test that covers all STIs. Not true! 

Do you know that certain STIs can be prevented by a vaccine? To learn more, read SF City Clinic's vaccines against STDs information. 

Here’s what’s available at Medical Health Services (MHS): 

  • STI Testing: Appointment with Lab Testing at SHS Lab or a local QUEST Diagnostics Lab near you. 
  • Call SHS at (415) 338-1251 for an appointment. 

If you have symptoms: 

You may need further evaluation, please make an appointment with your provider or call us at (415) 338-1251

Additional Resources:

Vaccines and Immunizations

As a student, you are required to provide proof of full immunization against Hepatitis B, as mandated by CSU Executive Order 803. You must submit your Hepatitis B immunization documentation before enrolling for the semester. If you are not compliant with this requirement, a registration hold may be placed on your record, preventing you from registering for classes.

To Upload your Immunization Records:

  1. Log into myHealth
  2. Select Forms & Immunizations
  3. Under Immunization Documents, upload a picture of your records
  4. After uploading your records, make sure the date of each vaccination dose/titers is included.

Having trouble? Email myhealth@sfsu.edu with your full name and University ID#.

If you are seeking an exemption from the Hepatitis B requirement, you must submit an exemption request form through myHealth.

Medical Exemption

  • Granted due to a medical condition for which an approved vaccine presents a significant risk.
  • Must be verified by a certified or licensed healthcare professional.

Medical Exemption Request Form[CP1] 

Religious Exemption

  • Granted due to either:
    (i) a sincerely held religious belief, observance, or practice, including any traditionally recognized religion, or
    (ii) beliefs, observances, or practices sincerely held by an individual that occupy a place of importance in their life comparable to that of traditionally recognized religions.

Religious Exemption Request Form

 

In the event of a local or campus-based outbreak of a vaccine-preventable disease, the local public health department and/or the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) may require additional immunizations.
SFSU will consult with the appropriate public health authorities in such cases.

Academic Program and Fieldwork or Clinical Placement Requirements

If you’re enrolled in a health care field of study or teach in an education program, you are required to provide proof of immunization and health screenings as required by state licensing agencies, clinical placement, or fieldwork sites.
Contact your academic program for specific requirements.

Operational Responsibility

Gator Health and Well-being enforces Hepatitis B immunization requirements on behalf of SFSU. GHW also advises students on additional recommended vaccines and where to get vaccinated. If you have any questions about the requirements, please contact us.
View vaccination charges on the financial information page.

Recommended vaccines:

References

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Additional Information

Additional Discretionary Requirements

In the event of a local or campus-based outbreak of a vaccine-preventable disease, the local public health department and/or the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) may require additional immunizations.
SFSU will consult with the appropriate public health authorities in such cases.

Academic Program and Fieldwork or Clinical Placement Requirements

If you’re enrolled in a health care field of study or teach in an education program, you are required to provide proof of immunization and health screenings as required by state licensing agencies, clinical placement, or fieldwork sites.
Contact your academic program for specific requirements.

Operational Responsibility

Gator Health and Well-being enforces Hepatitis B immunization requirements on behalf of SFSU. GHW also advises students on additional recommended vaccines and where to get vaccinated. If you have any questions about the requirements, please contact us.
View vaccination charges on the financial information page.

Recommended vaccines:

References