Emergency Instructions

In the event that the Student Health Center is closed, there are two alternatives for emergency care:

1. University Hospital at Downstate (UHD) Emergency Room-Fast Track.
2. Kings County Hospital (KCH) Emergency Room.

Serious emergencies should be treated at the Kings County Hospital Emergency Room. 

If transportation is needed, please dial 911 to request an ambulance.

Students on campus who need transportation to Kings County Hospital are advised to call the Public Safety Department at (718) 270-2626.

The Student Health Center provides complete primary care services only to matriculated students. These services are covered by the Mandatory Student Health Fee. 

Spouses and children of students are not eligible for care at the Student Health Center. A student's spouse or child may obtain emergency medical care at University Hospital of Downstate or Kings County Hospital. In such a case, the student is advised to inform personnel that they are a student and that the person who is ill is a relative.