The Student Health Services staff's work is based on a comprehensive wellness philosophy.   

Medical services, health information, and counseling are available to all students. Primary care (assessment and treatment) and referrals to community physicians and to campus and community resources for health education and counseling are provided. Strict professional privacy and confidentiality standards are maintained.

Patient's Bill of Rights

A patient has the right:

• To considerate and respectful care
• To be treated with dignity
• To health care that is accessible and meets professional standards, regardless of the setting
• To appropriate privacy during examinations and treatments
• To coordination and continuity of care
• To expect that all communications and records pertaining to his/her care will be confidential
• To have the opportunity to approve or refuse release of records
• To informed participation in all decisions involving his/her health care
• To information regarding time and services available as well as information regarding after hours and emergency care
• To information about the names, qualifications and titles of personnel responsible for providing his/her health care
• To refuse treatment to the extent permitted by law: to be informed of the medical consequences of his/her action
• To be aware of means for expressing dissatisfaction with services and to make recommendations for improvement

Additional Policies & Laws

Health History Physical & Immunization

All undergraduate and graduate students are expected to submit a completed Health History Physical & Immunization Form to the Student Health Services Office. Students who choose to use the Health Center must complete a Health History, Physical, and Immunization Record before non-emergency services can be provided. Resident students who do not submit the completed forms may be required to live off campus. (Approved by the Board of Trustees 2000).

HIPAA Law

For information on the HIPAA Law please visit the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Medical Records Destruction

Students' medical records or any part thereof shall be destroyed by shredding, or other effective methods in keeping with the confidential nature of its contents. Destruction of such records must be made in the ordinary course of business.

Student Health Services is responsible for ensuring that the records have been properly destroyed.

Medical Records Retention

Pennsylvania rules and regulations pertaining to patients medical records, 49 Pa. Code § 16.95(e) (2008) and 28 Pa. Code § 115.23 (2008). Pennsylvania law requires physicians and hospitals to retain patient medical records for seven years from the last date of service or discharge. Records of minors must be kept for one year past the age of majority by physicians, and seven years past the age of majority by hospitals..

The Marywood University Student Health Services Policy is as follows:

• Student Health Services does maintain health records for the duration of the student’s enrollment and for seven years beyond the date of graduation.  Records older than seven years are not available or retrievable.
• Students who take a Leave of Absence: records shall be kept on file for seven years after the student either graduates or withdraws.
• Students who Apply and Do Not Attend: records shall be kept on file for one year.

Medical Records Security

During hours of operation, Student Health Services is adequately staffed to safeguard records from unauthorized access.

After hours of operation, or when the department is unattended, medical records are secured under lock and key allowing only authorized personnel to the records.

COVID-19 FAQs

What is Marywood’s COVID-19 vaccination policy? Marywood University does not require all students to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 viral test before they arrive on campus. Please be aware that certain academic programs have contracts with hospitals, clinics, schools, private businesses, etc. that may require proof of COVID-19 vaccination in order for students to complete their clinical rotations, internships/externships, etc. in these facilities. It is recommended that you check with your respective program for any specific requirements.

How do I communicate my vaccination and booster status to the University? Students will upload proof of their COVID-19 vaccination and booster record to their secure Student Health Portal.

Will COVID-19 Testing be available on campus? Marywood University’s Student Health Services (SHS) will continue to offer COVID-19 testing for students who are exhibiting signs and symptoms of COVID-like illness and for those with a known exposure. All testing is done by appointment. Appointments can be made by calling SHS at 570-348-6249

Will COVID-19 vaccines be available on campus? SHS will continue to collaborate with our community partners to coordinate vaccine clinics both on-site and off-site to ensure vaccine availability.

Will masks be required anywhere on campus? There is no campus-wide mask mandate although we respect and support anyone wishing to wear a face covering at any time. Students reporting to SHS with signs and symptoms of respiratory illness will be asked to wear a mask upon entering the clinic. Masks will be available upon entering the student health center for anyone who needs or wishes to wear one.

What are the quarantine and isolation procedures for students?

Isolation Protocols for Students:

All students who test positive will be required to isolate at home, regardless of vaccination status.

No Symptoms – Isolate for 5 days from the date of the positive test. 

• You can return to campus on day 6 AND wear a mask through day 10 if:

• You do not develop symptoms.

Symptomatic – Isolate for 5 days from your first symptom. 

• You can return to campus on day 6 AND wear a mask through day 10 if:

• You are fever-free for at least 24 hours; 

• AND Your symptoms have improved. 

Protocols for close contacts of COVID + individuals:

Note: According to the CDC: “The date of your exposure is considered day 0. Day 1 is the first full day after your last contact with a person who has had COVID-19.”

All students who are considered a close contact to a known positive case will be required to follow one of the following protocols, depending on the presence of symptoms: 

No Symptoms – No quarantine is necessary, but you MUST do the following:

• Wear a mask as soon as you find out you were exposed- Start counting from Day 1
• Day 0 is the day of your last exposure to someone with COVID-19; Day 1 is the first full day after your last exposure
• Continue precautions for 10 full days and watch for symptoms
• Testing is recommended at least 5 full days after your exposure even if you don’t develop symptoms.

If symptoms present you MUST do the following:

• Isolate Immediately
• Get tested and stay home until you know the result
• If your test result is positive, follow the isolation guidance above

Will there be academic accommodations for COVID related absence? To ensure proper communication with your faculty related to absence, students are strongly encouraged to communicate with faculty in a timely manner to ensure they are keeping up with coursework and to articulate the inability to attend any face to face component of class/clinical during an isolation period.

Will the University be communicating COVID-19 updates to the campus community? Yes. The frequency of updates will fluctuate throughout the academic year.

Covid Resources

• 24/7 COVID Hotline 570-284-3657
• Geisinger Coronavirus Resource Center
• Lehigh Valley Health Network Covid-19 Video Screening
• MyLVHN Nurse Information Line:  1-888-402-LVHN (5846)
• HealthiestYou By Teladoc - This service is a FREE telehealth service for any student enrolled in the University Sponsored Health Plan. Fee associated for anyone outside of the Health Plan.

Alcohol Poisoning

Symptoms of alcohol poisoning:

1. Person is unconscious or semi-unconscious and cannot be awakened. 

2. Cold, clammy, pale or bluish skin.

3. Check to see if breathing is slow, less than eight times per minute or irregular, with ten seconds or more between breaths.

4. Vomiting while sleeping or passed out, and not waking up after vomiting.

What To Do: 

If a person has any of these symptoms, he or she is suffering from alcohol intoxication and you need to:

1. Get help. Call someone a staff mentor, an ambulance, public safety, someone who can help.

2. Do not leave the person alone. Turn the victim on his/her side to prevent choking in case of vomiting.

3. Always be "better safe than sorry" if you are not sure what to do. How can your friend be angry about you caring for him or her?

First Aid

Flu Shot Locator

Healthy Eating

HIV/Aids Resources

Caring Communities

• Our clinics are accepting walk-in patients for STI or HIV screening and testing. We still highly recommend making an appointment to ensure you can be seen on your chosen day.
• Appointments can be made at Caringpa.org or by calling 570-899-3536

JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES (HIV Counseling and Referral Services Only)

615 Jefferson Ave.
Scranton, PA
570-344-1186 

• Individual & Family Counseling
• Information & Referral Services Provided

PENNSYLVANIA STATE HEALTH CENTER (HIV Testing Only)

100 Lackawanna Ave
Scranton, PA
570-963-4567

• Free Confidential or Anonymous Testing
• Fourth Wednesday of every month from 9 a.m.. to 11:00 a.m.
• No appointment necessary

The Wright Center for Primary Care

640 Madison Ave.
Scranton, PA
570-961-5670

• Free Confidential HIV Testing
• Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• No appointment necessary

UNITED NEIGHBORHOOD CENTERS

410 Olive Street
Scranton, PA
570-343-8835

• Free, Confidential, and Anonymous HIV Testing
• Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• No appointment necessary
• After hours testing is available by appointment

Kick The Habit

Pregnancy Test

For free pregnancy testing please call: 

• Saint Joseph's Center: 570-963-1261 or 1-800-786-6346
• Birthright of Scranton:  570-961-1133 

STI/STD Testing

For free STD testing please call: Maternal & Family Health Services, 640 Madison Ave, Scranton at 570-961-5550.

Please call 570-348-6249 or stop in Student Health Services Office with any questions or concerns regarding STD's and testing. 

Caring Communities

• Our clinics are accepting walk-in patients for STI or HIV screening and testing. We still highly recommend making an appointment to ensure you can be seen on your chosen day.
• Appointments can be made at Caringpa.org or by calling 570-899-3536

Counseling & Student Development Center

Coordinated Health Scranton Orthopedics                                                                              

334 Main Street
Dickson City, PA 18519                                                                                                            
Phone 570-307-1767                                                                                                               
Website

Medicus Urgent Care 

1208 O'Neill Highway
Dunmore, PA
570-207-2612
Website

Lake Scranton Urgent Care

1141 Moosic Street, Suite 3

Scranton, Pa 18508

855-990-2273

Website

Geisinger Careworks

3  W. Olive Street
Scranton, PA
570-207-4054
Website

Geisinger Careworks

1020 Northern Blvd (located in Weis Market behind the Pharmacy)
Clarks Summit, PA
570-587-2290
Website

The Wright Center for Primary Care
(Formerly the Scranton-Temple Health Center)

640 Madison Ave.
Scranton PA
570-941-0630
Website

For a list of free clinics, call Student Health Services at 570-348-6249.

Dr.John Evanish

400 Wyoming Avenue
Scranton, PA
570-342-8800

Dr. David Oven

320 W. Drinker St
Dunmore, PA 
570-344-1551

Health Network Laboratories

Scranton Patient Service Center
Electric City Plaza
3 West Olive Street, Suite 2
Scranton, PA 18508
Phone: 570-909-9085

LabCorp 

521 Mt. Pleasant Drive
Suite 202
Scranton, PA
570-207-4540
Website

Pennant Labs

620 N. Blakely St.
Dunmore, PA
570-963-0277

Quest Diagnostics 

1612 Nay Aug Ave
Scranton, PA
570-330-9271
Website

Viemont Medical Labs

Dunmore Shopping Center
1204 O'Neill Hwy
Dunmore, PA
570-558-3530
Website

Lehigh Valley Hospital-Dickson City

330 Main St
Dickson City, PA 18519
570-330-5000
Website

Moses Taylor Hospital

700 Quincy Ave.
Scranton, PA
570-770-5000
Website

Regional Hospital of Scranton

746 Jefferson Ave.
Scranton, PA
570-348-7100
Website

Geisinger-Community Medical Center

1800 Mulberry St.
Scranton, PA
570-703-8000
Website

Moses Taylor Advanced Imaging

1000 Meade St.,
Scranton, PA
570-504-2500

Mid State Occupational
1000 Meade Street
Scranton, PA
570-209-7160

CVS 

110 Green Ridge St.
Scranton, PA
570-344-1070
and
329 S. Blakely St.
Dunmore, PA
570-342-6136

DePietro's Pharmacy

617 Third Street
Dunmore, PA 18512
570-209-7440
570-209-7442

Rite Aid

217 S. Blakely St.
Dunmore PA
570-343-5525

Walgreens

101 Green Ridge St.
Scranton, PA
570-955-4913

Caresite Pharmacy

125 Scranton-Pocono Hwy.
Scranton, PA  18505
570-963-2305

Dr. Joseph Gershey

1034 Main Street
Dickson City, PA
570-489-8866

Eye Care Specialists

425 Adams Ave.
Scranton, PA
570-558-3937
Website

Northeastern Eye Institute

200 Mifflin Ave.
Scranton, PA 
570-342-3145
Website

Vision Care at Walmart

900 Commerce Blvd
Dickson City, PA
570-383-9358
Website