Services Offered

The Oxford Student Health Service (SHS) health care providers understand how important it is for both students and their families to know they have access to high quality primary health care services away from home. Some of the services we offer are:

• Evaluation and treatment by a nurse practitioner for the full spectrum of primary health care concerns such as upper respiratory infections, dermatologic disorders, urinary tract infections, and acute injuries.
• A board-certified internal medicine physician available for consult or appointments as needed
• In office laboratory tests such as rapid strep and flu screening
• An in-office dispensary of prescription and OTC medications, supplies and equipment commonly needed by college students
• Delivery service of prescribed meds from local pharmacy (Carmichael’s Pharmacy) to our office
• Lab orders and specimen collection for diagnostic tests sent to outside labs (Quest and Lab Corp)
• Radiology orders to outside facilities
• Gynecologic and sexual health services
• Pre-participation and sports physicals
• All required immunizations and optional annual flu shots
• Blood pressure monitoring
• Wound care and minor laceration repair
• Referrals to medical specialists as needed such as an ophthalmologist or orthopedist
• Referrals to Oxford mental health/counseling services
• Travel advice and travel clinic referrals
• Health education promotion

Nurse Practitioners treating patients with special or complex problems may consult W. Norris Little, MD, our Medical Advisor. An appointment with Dr. Little for further evaluation and treatment may be arranged as necessary. Referrals to appropriate specialists, e.g., a dentist, orthopedist, or ophthalmologist are also arranged.

Services we cannot offer include:

emergency care, overnight or inpatient care, prescriptions for ADD/ADHD medication, immunotherapy (allergy injections), hormone therapy, PrEP, complete eye exams, and dental care.  Additionally, optional/non-mandatory vaccines including Gardasil, Meningococcal B, and Hepatitis A are not offered at Oxford College SHS; however, they are available at the Newton County Health Department and Emory University Student Health Service (Atlanta campus).  

Can I get my prescriptions filled at the SHS?

The Oxford College Student Health Services has a dispensary for many medications used to treat common illnesses. However, for chronic conditions, patients will need to pick up their prescriptions at a local pharmacy of their choice. Additionally, the local Carmichael’s Pharmacy (678) 712-4570 offers prescription delivery to the on campus SHS office for student convenience. You must set up an account prior to prescription delivery. Complete this form and submit to pharmacy.

Pharmacies Local to Oxford Campus

1. Carmichael’s Pharmacy (*Free delivery to office)
   9148 US-278
   Covington, GA 30014
   Phone: (678) 712-4570
   *Must set up account prior to Rx delivery. Complete this form and submit to pharmacy.
2. Walmart Pharmacy
   10300 Industrial Blvd NE
   Covington, GA 30014
   Phone: (770) 787-8164
3. CVS Pharmacy
   4183 US - 278
   Covington, GA 30014
   Phone: (770) 385-5282
4. Kroger Pharmacy
   3139 US - 278 (Located in the Newton Plaza)
   Covington, GA 30014
   Phone: (770) 787-0724
5. Walgreens Pharmacy
   3188 US - 278
   Covington, GA 30014
   Phone: (770) 784-8090
6. Rite Aid (owned by Walgreens)
   3215 US - 278
   Covington, GA 30014
   Phone (770) 786-1131

Can SHS give me a medical excuse for class?

Medical excuses are not issued by the Student Health Service staff for student absences from individual classes, examinations or required physical education classes. Students may receive a note from Student Health stating the date of their Student Health visit and any recommendations from the Nurse Practitioner if the student desires. The student is responsible for notifying professors or instructors of absences due to illness or injury. If special circumstances exist and an extended physical illness or injury necessitates further documentation for Professors, Advisors and/or the Advising Support Center, students who have been evaluated by Student Health for the illness or injury in question can request that Student Health Service prepare documentation relating the details of their health status once a release to do so has been signed.  Please click here for complete information.   

Where can I go if have a mental health concern?

At Oxford's Counseling and Career Services office, our licensed mental health providers offer free and confidential mental health services (individual counseling, psychiatric evaluation, medication management, crisis intervention) on a range of student development and mental health concerns.

Service Fee Schedule

No fees are charged for office visits.

• $35.00 fee for sports and travel physicals.
• $10.00 Phlebotomy (blood draw) when ordered by our providers
• $15.00 Phlebotomy (blood draw) when ordered by outside providers to cover additional administrative and fax fee

Students are financially responsible for the following services where insurance may apply.

• Laboratory tests performed at the Student Health Service.  For example: Rapid Flu/Covid combo test $45; Rapid Strep test $21; Rapid Flu test $30; Urinalysis $23 (no charge for students enrolled in Emory Aetna plan)
• Laboratory tests sent out for processing.
• Hospitalization/emergency room visits
• Medications
• Medical supplies
• Referrals to physicians or specialists not employed by the Student Health Service, e.g., orthopedists, physical therapists, dentists.

For after hours/weekend urgent medical concerns

If you have an urgent medical problem or concern and can't wait until Student Health Service is open, please call Emory Police at Oxford at 770-784-8377 and ask to speak with the RLC on call.

• List of After Hour Provider Options
• Transportation Options