STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES
43909 30th Street West
Lancaster, CA 93536
(661) 952-5064 Fax (661) 952-5124
What is our Mission? The mission of the Student Health Services is to provide the highest level of quality health care, health promotion and prevention activities that are responsive to the needs of the students of California State University, Bakersfield.
My Rights:
In the Student Health Services you have a right to:
- To be treated with dignity and respect
- To be provided with courteous and considerate care
- To participate in decisions regarding your health care
- To be informed about your health problem and the recommended treatment.
- To know the chances that treatment will be effective, to know of possible risks, side effects, or alternative methods of treatment.
Who's Eligible:
- All students currently enrolled for classes are eligible for care at the SHS. Bring your Runner ID Card or picture ID with you at each visit.
- Extended University students who have not paid the Student Health Fee must pay the fee prior to their first visit.
When Can I Access Services?
The Medical Assistant will be available during the following hours to assist with scheduling an appointment, first aid, immunization clearances and questions related to the services of the Student Health Services.
- Monday - Thursday 9:00 am- 6:00 pm
- Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
A Nurse Practitioner is available Mondays 9:00 AM- 2:00 PM and Tuesday-Thursday 12:00 PM-5:00 PM
- First aid
- Immunizations
- Evaluation of a student´s individual health care needs
- Health education related to diet and exercise, pregnancy, etc.
- Appointments will be required for Pap smears, physicals, or lengthy consultations. Please call 661-952-5064 to schedule.
- Walk-in times will be available for short visits, illnesses and follow-up visits.
Appointments may also be made with any provider at the main campus health center for full services. Please call 661-654-2394 or 661-952-5064 to schedule.
The Student Health Services provides NO EMERGENCY SERVICES at either location. If you have an emergency call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
The office is closed for lunch 11:00- 12:00 pm every day.
Confidentiality:
Information will not be released to anyone (including faculty, staff, or parents) without the written consent of the student except as provided by law or in the case of life threatening emergency.
Insurance
CSUB does not provide medical insurance to students. Therefore, students are encouraged to enroll in an individual medical insurance plan to cover off campus medical care, emergencies and hospitalization. Associated Students, Inc., sponsors an insurance plan and can be contacted at (661) 654-2418.
What Services Are Provided?
Basic Services: covered by your student fee and include:
- Evaluation and counseling for individual health problems
- Family planning and gynecological health care for women
- Sexually transmitted diseases information and treatment
- Preparation and maintenance of medical records
- First aid
- Blood pressure screenings
Augmented Services: require a FEE because they are of an elective nature, are not required for the diagnosis or treatment of acute illness or injury, or are done for the convenience of the student.
- Immunizations
- Elective physical exams
- Pap smears
- TB skin tests
Complete fees are posted in the SHS
Fees You Can Afford
Those services that require a fee are at a reasonable charge. Some examples include:- Pap smear $30 .00
- Physical exams for jobs, general health or nursing $30.00
- Measles, Mumps and Rubella Immunization $ 3.00
Complete fees are posted in the SHS or can be found under Fee Schedule in the SHS website: www.csub.edu/healthcenter
Services Not Provided
- Emergency services of any kind.
- Treatment of major illnesses, injuries, or accidents that require either hospitalization or long-term follow-up.
- After hours care or on call services
Health Center Staff
Cheryl Leonard, R.N.P
Nurse Practitioner
Brandee Torres
Clinical Aide
A Message from Your Health Center Staff
Registration for the next quarter is always important to students. Don´t be delayed by a registration "hold" due to immunizations. We are here to assist you with completing the necessary immunization requirements.