Primary Care Health Service
As of Spring 2024, Clinical Operations, including Urgent Care, are located in Reid Lower Level (Basement)
PCHS will be open for clinical services during spring break.
Our hours of operations will be from 10:00am to 3:00pm, Monday March 11th through Friday March 15th.
Please call PCHS at 212-854-2091 to make an appointment. We will continue our policy of not accepting walk-in appointments.
Our after hours clinician on call services will be available as well.
After Hours Update for Spring 2024:
- As of February 1st, 2024, instead of calling a separate after-hours clinician number, you will be able to reach Access Nurse, the new after-hours triage nurse service, by calling the main office number for either the PCHS (212-854-2091) or Furman Counseling Center (212-854-2092). The separate after-hours clinician number will no longer be operational after February 1.
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When you call the office number for the medical or counseling center, you will be prompted with several options to choose from based on your specific concerns. If you require guidance or support for medical or mental health concerns outside of the regular Primary Care Health Service (PCHS) or Furman Counseling Center’s business hours, selecting the appropriate option will connect you with the after-hours triage nurse service.
Our mission is:
To provide excellent clinical health care to Barnard students of all genders and identities in a sensitive, nonjudgmental and responsive manner. To promote the health of body, mind, and spirit within the student community. To educate students to become knowledgeable and effective users of health care. Services are available to all students regardless of insurance status.
Learn more about our services and what we offer here.
You can find our hours, forms you may need to complete, and insurance information here as well.
Barnard Primary Care Health Service recognizes that serious illness will not always be confined to weekday, daytime hours.
Beginning in February 2024, after-hours care is provided by Access Nurse, the new after-hours triage nurse service, by calling the main office number for either the PCHS (212-854-2091) or Furman Counseling Center (212-854-2092). The separate after-hours clinician number will no longer be operational after February 1.
This service is not intended for the following:
- Reporting a +COVID test result
- Contraception refill requests
- Referral requests
- Location and operation hours of PCHS requests
- Scheduling/Confirming/Canceling appointment requests
- Vaccine information requests
When you call the office number for the medical or counseling center, you will be prompted with several options to choose from based on your specific concerns. If you require guidance or support for medical or mental health concerns outside of the regular Primary Care Health Service (PCHS) or Furman Counseling Center’s business hours, selecting the appropriate option will connect you with the after-hours triage nurse service.
We understand the importance of having access to timely and reliable healthcare and mental health support, and we believe this change will enhance your experience in seeking assistance during after-hours periods.
- 2023-2024 Aetna Student Health Insurance Info/University Health Plans
- Student Insurance Info
- How to download your Aetna Student Health insurance card:
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To print out your personalized Aetna Student Health Insurance card, visit:www.aetnastudenthealth.com/barnard
1. Click on "Get your ID card"
2. Enter your 7-Digit Student ID # (Barnard ID) and date of birth
3. Click "Submit"
4. Click "Print card"
We recommend visiting Barnard College's Public Health Response Team's website to learn more about the College's efforts regarding COVID-19.
We are continually monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic, along with our partners at Columbia University Health systems and the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC DOHMH). The health and well-being of all members of our community is our top priority. Below is information about transmission, symptoms, diagnosis for the virus, preventive measures, and resources to contact immediately if you have any symptoms.
Transmission: Like other coronaviruses, this virus is spread through respiratory droplets from coughing or sneezing, but can also be transmitted on surfaces such as handles and knobs.
Symptoms:
- Fever (>100.4F)
- Runny nose
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Headache
- Sore throat
- Inability to smell and/or taste
- General feeling of being unwell
Anyone experiencing symptoms is strongly encouraged to contact a medical provider over the phone to discuss their symptoms.
Preventive Measures: The best way to prevent infection is to avoid being exposed. Below are the Centers for Disease Control’s (CDC) recommended preventive measures to help control the spread of respiratory pathogens:
- Stay home! Keep at least 6 feet away from others as much as possible. As difficult as this may be, this has been shown to be most protective.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.
- Especially avoid close contact with anyone who is sick.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
- Wear a cloth or paper mask/covering over your nose and mouth if you must go outside. This does not replace all of the above precautions, but it can possibly add additional protection for you and for others around you.
Location:
Lower Level Brooks Hall
Phone: 1-212-854-2091
Fax: 1-212-854-2702
Hours:
The PCHS is open for clinical care during the academic year. We are closed for all College holidays.
For more information about our clinical hours please click here.
Administrative Hours:
Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00 pm
The PCHS closes every Tuesday from 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM for a staff meeting.
If you've recently had an appointment with us, we'd love to hear your feedback on your experience at PCHS. Click here to access our survey.
If you are a survivor of sexual assault or other physical violence, please click on the link below for a list of the resources available to you at Barnard: Nondiscrimination and Title IX