SHS provides outpatient primary care and health promotion services to students at FAMU. We are located on the first floor in the FAMU Center for Access and Student Success (CASS) Building, with an onsite pharmacy that provides easy access and discounted prices for prescription and over-the-counter medications. Clinic visits for immunizations, illness and injury are available on a walk-in basis. Appointments are required for other services. FAMU Student Health Services is staffed by Florida licensed physicians, advanced nurse practitioners, LPNs, certified medical assistants, and support staff who provide high quality, convenient, and affordable services.ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤ
Clinical Services & Psychiatry
LinkStudent Health Services (SHS) has a primary care clinic that provides medical treatment and prevention services to registered students. Eligible students have access to unlimited clinic visits and reduced costs for other services.
Eligibility and Payment
LinkStudents currently enrolled for classes are charged a student health fee along with their tuition. This health fee entitles students to access clinic and mental health services.
Health Insurance
LinkStudents are required to provide proof of insurance coverage or purchase the university-sponsored health insurance plan. Students that fail to provide documentation of insurance coverage and students whose opt-out waivers are denied will be enrolled in the university-sponsored plan.
Immunizations
LinkFlorida Statutes establish immunization requirements for students attending state colleges and universities. Students are required to complete and submit information on the FAMU Health History and Immunization form.
Pharmacy
LinkThe Student Health Service Pharmacy is operated by the College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. Students may obtain prescriptions and over-the-counter medications as well as various health and beauty aids.
Monday through Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Closed weekends and University holidays
Contact Us
Phone: 850-599-3777 Immunizations: 850-599-3779
Fax: 850-412-5643 Immunization Fax: 850-599-3067
Appointments: 850-599-3777
For urgent medical problems, students are encouraged to seek treatment at a community walk-in clinic or urgent care center.
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
Emergency Room 1300 Miccosukee Road 850-431-4194
Emergency Room 1260 Metropolitan Blvd. 850-422-5413
Urgent Care 1541 Medical Drive
850-431-4194
Capital Regional Medical Center
Emergency Room 2626 Capital Medical Center 850-325-5000