HEALTH SERVICES
The Student Health Center at The Culinary Institute of America strives to serve the student both physically and emotionally, as well as to teach and encourage a healthy lifestyle, and provide emergency services to the campus community and its guests.
Location and Hours:
Student Health Services is located in the lower mezzanine of Roth Hall. It is staffed by registered nurses. (A nurse practitioner is available on site two days per week, for an additional fee of $15.00.)
Office Hours:
- Monday through Friday, 7 a.m.–8:45 p.m.
Nurse Practitioner: *
- Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
* hours are subject to change
You can call our new after-hours Nurse Assistance Line when the Student Health Center is closed.
An experienced nurse or nurse practitioner will provide you with:
- Medical Guidance
- Health Information
- Reassurance
- Decision-making assistance
- Referrals (if needed)
Nurse Assistance Line Hours
- Monday through Friday, 9 p.m.–7 a.m.
- Saturdays, Sundays, and No Class Days (Including Holidays): 24 hours.
Call 845-451-1261
(From an on-campus phone, you can dial ext. 1261).
Medical Referrals:
In the event that a student requires the services of a health care provider, such as a specialist, dentist, or eye doctor, Student Health Services can provide referral information.
Health Education:
Health education is provided on a one-on-one consultation basis, either in person or by telephone, on a variety of health-related issues. Educational information, pamphlets, and flyers are available regarding alcohol, drugs, HIV, STDs, smoking, and other topics. Information stations on college health issues are held monthly.
Insurance Information:
It is strongly recommended that students have health insurance. All medical services beyond those which are provided by Student Health Services are the personal responsibility of the student. The CIA participates in an optional student health insurance program, offered through Commercial Travelers Mutual Insurance Company. The costs for this optional insurance program are at the student's own expense (brochures are available at the Student Health Services Office). However, the CIA carries secondary student accident insurance coverage for physical accidents in the amount of $10,000 for each accident.
We strongly recommend that you review your individual insurance coverage with your parents or spouse to avoid any possibility of not being able to continue at the CIA due to unexpected medical expenses.
Immunization Requirements:
New York State law mandates that all students born after January 1, 1957 must show proof of immunity to measles, mumps, and rubella. Students will not be allowed to attend classes or remain in college housing if this information has not been provided to Student Health Services. Hepatitis A vaccination is also a mandatory CIA requirement.
Confidentiality:
Students have a right to anticipate that their relationship with the professionals in Student Health Services will be one of complete confidence. All information and records pertaining to any aspect of a student's health are strictly confidential. This information will not be divulged to anyone without the knowledge and consent of the student. Except in emergencies, information concerning the nature of the illness or injury, diagnosis, and treatment plan will be provided to legally responsible parents or guardians only with the direct knowledge and permission of the student.
