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College Health Services
College Health Services is committed to the promotion of wellness through health education, prevention, early diagnosis and treatment of illness.
All currently enrolled students are eligible to be assessed in College Health Services. Medical records are kept confidential, and are not released without your written authorization. There is no charge to students for office visits, though a nominal fee will be charged for immunizations, medications, and supplies.
Masking Guidelines
Masks are required while in College Health Services for those displaying cold or flu-like symptoms such as cough, runny nose, or sore throat.
Regular Hours
Monday–Friday
8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Appointments are required to see a nurse, a Physician or the Physician Assistant.
Summer Hours
May 23–August 1
Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
Physicians
Physician: Dr. John Pellegrino, D.O.
Fall and Spring Semesters
Bi-weekly: Monday–Friday, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Summer Hours
Every Wednesday, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Physician: Dr. Sara Swain, D.O.
Fall and Spring Semesters
Bi-weekly Monday: 10 a.m.–11 a.m.
Bi-weekly Tuesday: 11 a.m.–noon
Bi-weekly Wednesday - Friday: 8 a.m.–9 a.m.
Summer Hours
Every Other Tuesday 11 a.m.–noon
Every Other Thursday 8 a.m.–9 a.m.
Physician Assistant: Jennifer Chestnut, PA-C
Monday–Friday, Full Time on Staff
Because physician hours are limited, scheduled appointments are recommended.
Emergencies
If you have an emergency, go directly to the nearest emergency room.
If you need immediate assistance or are unable to come to College Health Services, call Penn College police at 570.321.5555 (non-emergency) or 911 (emergency). A College police officer and a member of Health Services will be dispatched to assist you.
If you live off campus, call Penn College police at 570.321.5555 and we will advise you. After hours, call 911.
Routine Services
- Assessment of acute illnesses
- Allergy injections
- Equipment loans (crutches, arm slings)
- Infirmary for ill students during regular office hours
- Referrals to outside agencies (sports medicine and specialists)
- Counseling referrals
- Condom distribution
- Pregnancy tests
- Dressing changes
- Suture and staple removal
- Health education and materials
- Blood pressure screenings
Fees may apply:
- Immunizations
- Flu vaccine
- Physicals for Health Sciences majors, sports, and driver's license
- Over the counter medications
- Phlebotomy and laboratory services
- Prescriptions written by College Physician
Health Records / Immunization Requirements
All Penn College Students must submit and upload an Immunization Verification form to College Health Portal. All documentation needs to be on file with College Health Services on or before the date you move on campus and/or start classes, whichever comes first. Additional immunization requirements may be required for certain programs and for participation in intercollegiate sports.
Crisis Intervention
The Counseling Services office provides crisis intervention services for mental health emergencies during the hours of 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. When in crisis, students may call 570.327.4765 or stop by the office to meet with a counselor as soon as possible.
Evening and weekend response is available by contacting the Penn College Police Department at 570.321.5555 or by speaking with a Residence Life staff member.
Crisis Text Line
- Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the USA, anytime, about any type of crisis.
- A live, trained Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds quickly.
- The volunteer Crisis Counselor will help you move from a hot moment to a cool moment
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