Health Services
COVID-19 Specific Measures
Persons with symptoms of or recent exposure to novel coronavirus (COVID-19) must speak with a health center staff member before entering the health center to determine the appropriate level of care that is needed. Have you tested positive, have symptoms of COVID-19, or been exposed to someone who has tested positive? Please report this information by using the Student Self-Reporting Form.
UWG Health Services is OPEN for on campus and telemedicine visits.
Health Services is located behind the Honors House and near Tyus Hall. Students taking at least one class on campus are charged the student health fee as part of their tuition and fees and are eligible to receive medical services at the Health Center. Exclusively online students may choose to pay the student health fee and be eligible for services.
Information on Spring 2021 Operations
- Operation Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm.
- Please CALL (678) 839-6452 to schedule an in person or telemedicine appointment. (Subsequent to COVID-19, walk-in visits are discouraged at this time.)
- To schedule a consultation with an advocate, please call (678) 839-6452.
- Confidential victims services are available 24/7 at (470) 215-9946.
- For psychological crisis please call the UWG Counseling Center at (678) 839-6428, press option 2 after hours.
After Hours Care
If you become sick or injured when the Student Health Center is closed and you feel you need immediate care, you are advised to CALL 911 or seek medical treatment at the nearest emergency room or urgent care facility. If the illness does not require immediate care, please call Health Services to schedule an appointment the following business day.
- Tanner Medical Center Emergency Department: (770) 836-9666; 705 Dixie St. Carrollton, GA 30117
- Tanner Urgent Care: (770) 812-9445; 1480 Highway 27 South, Carrollton, GA 30117
- Summit Health Care: (678) 782-9994; 909 S Park St, Carrollton, GA 30117
Services and Information
Medical Services
Student Health Services provide a wide range of medical services to UWG students, ranging from preventative medicine to acute illnesses/injury to chronic conditions. If you have a condition that we cannot manage here, we can refer you to a specialist.
Pharmacy Services
Here at the pharmacy we provide medications from our formulary to help improve your health. The majority of prescriptions written by our providers are filled on site.
Immunization Guidelines
It is the policy of the University of West Georgia to comply with the mandatory immunization program established by the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia. Prior to registering for classes at UWG, students must provide proof of the required immunizations.
More Important Health Services
Advocacy Services
Students who wish to explore options for treatment of conditions such as stress, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, alcohol or other drug concerns may schedule an appointment with an Advocate for assistance with assessment and/or referral sources.
Confidential Victim Services
An advocate together with a sexual assault nurse examiner from Health Services are on call 24/7 to provide confidential guidance and medical services to victims of sexual assault, intimate partner or domestic violence, stalking, and other violent crimes.
Health Education
Health Education within the University of West Georgia’s Health Services, takes a proactive approach for providing quality personal health and wellness education.