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Medical Services

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Medical Services is your first stop for the diagnosis and treatment of illness, injury, and ongoing conditions, as well as for preventive counseling and education. Our dedicated and professional clinicians provide a full range of care, from screening tests to medical emergencies. Most of our services are covered for students who have paid the Campus Health Service Fee while some services have fees that may apply.

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Medical Services Offers

Our medical staff includes Board-certified physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants as well as nurses with specialized skills including travel health and wound care. The services we offer are as follows:

  • General medical appointments, including phone and video visits.
  • Laboratory tests and X-ray services.
  • Medical advice for routine concerns during clinic hours; advice for urgent conditions from our on-call physician.
  • Referrals to specialists, primarily at Stanford Hospital & Clinics.
  • Medication injections and immunizations. 

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Vaden Health Services offers support to students with a wide range of care options. Here you can find medical advice as well as general tips, more information about us, health maintenance & prevention guidance, lab/x-ray services, immunizations, and more. Learn more about Appointments for Medical Services here

Connect with a number of resources that have been curated by our staff to provide support to the various communities on campus. Explore Medical Services Resources here

Vaden Health Services is committed to the health of queer Stanford students by providing both specialized care and inclusive services. Vaden Health Services houses both Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) and the Weiland Health Initiative. Learn more about LGBTQIA+ Health here

Meet with an RD/RDN (Registered dietitian/nutritionist) to understand and explore your unique nutritional needs. An appointment can address your nutrition-related concerns, such as health management, disordered eating or eating disorders, high blood cholesterol, and digestive problems. The goal is to help you thrive as a student, reconnect to your well-being, or answer your questions about general nutrition. Find out more information about Nutrition Counseling here

If you have a health condition that requires continued medical care we recommend that you speak to your primary care clinician or specialist prior to coming to Stanford in order to plan your transition of care to the university setting. Learn about Transitioning your Medical & Mental Health Care here

Additional Information About Medical Services

Medical Services is here for you. On this page, you can find relevant location and contact details for us, as well as the various units that make up the suite of services and Vaden Health Services offers, support options, and hours of service. Learn More About Our Hours & Contact Details Here

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Additional no cost option for virtual medical and mental health care.

TimelyCare option for students

TimelyCare expands both the times and the locations where Stanford students can receive care: The service offers 24/7 virtual medical and mental health care and can serve students anywhere in the United States. TimelyCare is offered as a supplement to the extensive existing in-person and virtual services offered by Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)Vaden Medical Services, and other Vaden and on-campus resources.

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