General Medicine (2nd Floor) is CLOSED for the summer, May 16 – Aug 12.

All medical services can be accessed through Urgent Care (1st Floor) located
on the corner of MLK Way and Mason St.

The Pharmacy will be CLOSED daily from June 10 – Aug 8 except for the following Wednesday’s: Open 8am -12pm June 18, June 25, July 2, July 9, July 16, July 23, July 30, Aug 6

Urgent Care will be CLOSED at Noon on the (1st floor) August 8th


GYN services provide evaluation and treatment for various medical concerns specific to gynecological care. Services are provided by experienced women’s health nurse practitioners. Examples of medical conditions frequently evaluated in this clinic include but are not limited to the following:

  • vaginal infections
  • contraception advice and prescriptions
  • insertion and removal of IUDs and Nexplanon (depending on insurance coverage for the IUD or implant device)
  • period irregularities and concerns
  • urinary tract infections
  • sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing and treatment
  • pregnancy testing and referrals
  • sexual dysfunction
  • breast health assessment
  • pelvic exams and pap smears

Most appointments can be scheduled by using our online scheduling system in MyJMUChart or by calling (540) 568-6178 during business hours. Appointments are typically available within 24-48 hours (Monday-Friday). Appointments are 20 minutes long, which provides ample time for your evaluation and to have all your questions answered. Students with immediate health needs can also walk into our 1st floor location. Students that walk in will see a nurse to determine the best course of action.

Not sure if you need an appointment? You have options:

  • Check out the Self-Care Guides
  • Call (540) 568-6178 and ask for a nurse to call you back
  • Call (540) 568-5553 and speak to a pharmacist about medication questions

Oral contraceptives (birth control pills)

The health center pharmacy carries a variety of prescription birth control pills. Check the list of prescriptions that are available: medications available at the JMU health center pharmacy.

Out of refills? If your birth control prescription is from the health center and you need a renewal, you can request it using our online form. Log on to MyJMUChart and select the Oral Contraceptive Renewal form.

 

Information to know prior to your visit

Additional information

Missed a birth control pill? Upset stomach after taking a birth control pill? Spotting between menstrual cycles? Bedsider.org has answers to these questions and more!

Clinic Hours

Regular hours (Fall and Spring Semester):

Mon. - Wed. 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Thursday 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 
Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

  Closed for lunch 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
 
After Hours

Sentara RMH Emergency Dept.
Emergicare
MedExpress
Valley Urgent Care
Sentara Urgent Care

Most insurance providers have 24-hour nurse advice lines; we encourage students to utilize this option if it is available through their insurance.

Emergency

JMU Police Department (for on-campus emergencies): 540-568-6911
For off-campus emergencies: 911

Health Insurance Literacy
 At JMU, most office visits are covered by your comprehensive fee, paid when you pay tuition and fees.   However, insurance can be beneficial for covering healthcare services outside of the university health   center. Click the link to learn more about health insurance.
COVID 19 Information

If JMU is closed or delayed, the UHC will be on the university's schedule. If you have an appointment during the time we're closed, please reschedule using MyJMUChart or by calling 540-568-6178, option 2.

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