Student Health Center
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday
Florida Southern College, in partnership with Lakeland Regional Health, is committed to meeting the changing health and wellness needs of the collegiate community. The Student Health Center is operated by Lakeland Regional Health and is staffed full-time by an advanced registered nurse practitioner(ARNP) and a medical assistant(MA). Walk-ins are welcome.
Free Services
- Clinic visits with an ARNP and an MA
- A variety of over-the-counter medications
- Crutches are available for loan
- Minor dressing supplies (band aids, gauze, tape)
- Ice packs
- Braces or splints
- Injections: Please contact the SHC for more information
Paid Services
- Prescription medication if filled at the SHC
- Flu and tetanus vaccinations as available
- Testing: flu, strep, urinalysis, pregnancy
- Pre-participation physical examinations
Flu Vaccinations
The Student Health Center offers flu vaccines during the flu season for a small fee that is billed to the students account. Please consider vaccination for your protection and the protection of those around you.
Remember: Hand washing is important to prevent infection. Wash your hands often.
Getting Treatment
Medical care will be provided by an advanced registered nurse practitioner(ARNP) who is able to diagnose and treat common physical health problems and prescribe medications.
Students are asked to inform the Student Health Center of any health conditions or needs that may or may not be in their medical record. This insures proper treatment is given if a medical emergency occurs.
All health records are maintained strictly confidential and are securely filed. Information is released only when a student’s permission is given by written consent.
Several over-the-counter medications are available at the SHC at no cost to full time day students after evaluation by the registered nurse. We carry over-the-counter medicine to alleviate allergy symptoms, cough, chest and nasal congestion, fever, sore throat, runny nose, sinus pain and pressure, and heartburn.
The ARNP has the ability to write for prescription medications if indicated. Prescriptions may also be written and filled at local pharmacies.
Required Records
Florida Southern College partners with Med+Proctor for student immunization compliance and verification. View the immunizations page to learn what immunizations are required and how to provide proof of immunization to Med+Proctor.
Health Insurance
Every full-time student is required to be covered by family insurance or the UnitedHealthcare Student Insurance the school offers. For more information about Student Health Insurance please contact the Business Office, 863.680.4154.
Notice of Privacy Practices
This notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information. Please review it carefully.
After Hours Care
For medical emergencies, contact 9-1-1.
For after-hours medical care, please contact the Office of Safety to coordinate transportation to one of Lakeland Regional Health's local Urgent Care locations.
Pablo Campus
Lake Miriam
Kathleen Campus
Recommended First Aid Kit for Students
On the list of items to include when moving to campus should be a first aid kit. The SHC is on campus to help you with your health care needs, but minor injuries and illness can occur at any time, and it’s best to be prepared.
We recommend that your first aid kit include:
- Insurance card or copy of both front and back of insurance card
- Digital thermometer
- Bandages (regular, knuckle and extra large)
- Antibiotic ointment (such as Bacitracin)
- Topical antiseptic (Bactine, hydrogen peroxide or alcohol)
- Silk tape
- 4x4 gauze pads
- Fever reducer/pain reliever (Tylenol or Ibuprofen)
- Over-the-counter cough and cold medicine (Advil Cold and Sinus, Mucinex Multi-Symptom or Delsym for cough)
- Benadryl tablets (for allergies or bug bites)
- Tweezers for splinters
- Saline nasal mist
- Cough drops
- Rolaids or Tums
- Hand disinfectant (such as Purell)
Additional items suggested for Florida living:
- Calamine lotion or cortisone cream (for bug bites or itch)
- Burn cream (aloe vera gel or a burn salve)
- Sun screen
- Insect repellant
- Lip balm with SPF protection
- Claritin (for allergy season)
Do not share any of your medications with other students. They may have allergies of which you are not aware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Student Health Center open during the summer?
Not the entire summer. The Health Center is closed from the Monday following undergraduate May Commencement until one week before Fall move-in.
Is the Health Center open during Thanksgiving break?
No. The Health Center is closed the Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday of Thanksgiving week each year.
What about Winter Break?
The Health Center is closed from the Monday following December undergraduate Commencement until the first business day after January 1.
Where can I go if I need care while the Health Center is closed?
If you need medical attention during breaks or holiday closings, you can:
Visit a local urgent care center or walk-in clinic.
Contact your primary care provider.
In an emergency, always call 911.
How do I provide proof of immunization?
Visit the Immunizations page.
When is proof of immunization due?
July 1.
Questions? Contact
