Mission
The Student Health and Wellness Center is committed to providing excellent healthcare to our students. Student success, development, and preparation for global citizenship is dependent on the many facets of good health. Mindful of our diverse population we promote responsible personal health choices to enhance each individual's lifelong health and well being.
Within our purpose we support the mission of the University to ensure service and quality in teaching performance, public service and outreach.
Access
Students enrolled in the current semester who have paid the medical service fee are eligible for services at the SHWC.
Medical visits are by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call (940) 565-2333 or schedule through the MyOsh online service. A student ID card is required at check-in. Students with University-endorsed insurance should bring their insurance card as well. Click to see other pages for more information on hours, location and parking, or pricing.
Staff
Our professional staff includes licensed physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, certified lab technologists, radiology technician, pharmacists, administrative, business, and medical records personnel. Part time staff includes psychiatrists, registered dietitian, and a massage therapist.
Medical Services
Our licensed medical and support staff provides primary health care and additional services, including but not limited to:
Additional health services available to UNT students includes:
Please be aware when requesting a prescription refill that it may take up to 48 hours to fill that request.
Patient Privacy and Confidentiality
The Student Health and Wellness Center is compliant with HIPAA, FERPA, and other state and federal law. Our staff takes all possible steps to protect the privacy and confidentiality of patients' Protected Health Information. For more information, visit our medical records department.
The visit with a general practitioner is free but the SHWC offers competitive pricing on ancillary services such as pharmacy, lab work and x-ray. Payment is expected at the time of service and may be made by cash, check, or by credit card (AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, or Visa).
As an extension of our customer service, the SHWC files medical insurance claims for the University endorsed student insurance policy underwritten by United Healthcare Student Resources. The pharmacy also accepts some prescription insurance plans.
Meadows Center for Health Resources
The Meadows Center for Health Resources offers a wide variety of health and wellness opportunities including:
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Individual Health Counseling
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Presentations, Seminars, Lectures
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Free anonymous HIV Test Site
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Internship
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Massage Therapy
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Condom Club for receiving education on sexual health and how to protect yourself
For more information about specific programs and events, visit the Meadows Center for Health Resources.
The SHWC has specialized information for international students. Please visit the international students page or call 940-565-2333 for more information.
Accommodations
If special accommodations are needed to utilize clinical services, please call (940) 565-2333 to arrange accommodation.
Emergencies
For emergencies call 911 or go directly to a hospital emergency room.