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Health Services

University Health Services Manoa
1710 East-West Road
Honolulu, HI 96822
Tel: (808) 956-8965
(808) 956-6221 (Specialty Clinics—women's health, sports medicine, orthopedics, dermatology, physical therapy, nutritional counseling, and psychiatric services)
(808) 956-3574 (Health Education and Promotion/ Student Educators Against AIDS)

University Health Services Manoa (UHSM) offers medical service and health education and promotion programs Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Overnight and weekend services are not provided. For clinic hours, appointments, or information, call UHSM.

Medical Clearance

Before enrolling at the University all new students must do the following:

1. Complete and return the Confidential Health Form;
2. Provide evidence of a tuberculin skin test and/or chest X-ray performed within one year of University enrollment, indicating the individual is free from active tuberculosis infection; and
3. Provide a completed immunization record, which includes proof of disease history or protection by two immunizations against measles.

General Medical Clinic

Physicians and nurses provide primary medical care for illness and injury. Services also include immunizations, travel counseling, allergy shots, and physical examinations. A clinical laboratory and pharmacy are available. UHSM assists the student in obtaining other specialized medical services in the community. Free, anonymous HIV testing is available by appointment.

Specialty Clinics

Specialty clinics include sports medicine, massage, orthopedics, dermatology, physical therapy, nutritional counseling, and psychiatric services. Please call for an appointment at (808) 956-6221.

Women's Health Clinic

Women's health and family planning services are offered by appointment. These include examinations, contraceptives, tests and treatment for sexually transmitted diseases, pregnancy tests, and education and counseling. For more information and an appointment, call the Women's Health Clinic at (808) 956-6221.

Fees

UHSM submits claims to insurance plans for services provided. Students are responsible for co-payments for visits and procedures. There are also modest charges for supplies and medications.

AIDS Resource Center—Student Educators Against AIDS (SEAA)

The AIDS Resource Center provides access to the latest information on HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment, policies, discrimination issues, and other resources. Health education programs are conducted using student peer-educators.

Health Education and Promotion

A variety of health education materials and information are available, including computerized health risks assessment and self-care programs. Nutritional counseling and cholesterol and blood pressure screening are also provided. Health educators are available to make presentations to groups on a wide range of health education and wellness topics.

Health Insurance

All students are strongly urged to purchase medical insurance. Nonimmigrant foreign students are required to have insurance coverage. The University sponsors student health insurance plans with enrollment periods at the beginning of each semester. Contact UHSM for information on these plans.

Student Employment and Training Opportunities

UHSM provides training and experience for students interested in health professions. Paid employment opportunities are listed at the Student Employment and Cooperative Education office. Volunteers serve in peer education programs. Students also receive training from UHSM to fulfill academic requirements. Placements can be arranged for students in medicine, nursing, social work, psychology, and public health. Staff members also assist students doing research papers or special health projects.

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