College of Arts & Sciences
Student Life
Health Services
What is Bethel Health Services?
Our services exist to provide the student community with health care and information addressing their health needs and concerns. Our goal is to help students restore health when needed and prevent illness whenever possible in order to minimize health problems that could interfere with students’ academic goals. The staff is committed to helping students make informed health care decisions, working to achieve physical well-being while developing good health practices for a lifetime.
What kinds of services are offered?
A variety of medical services including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment are available at our office on campus. Consultation with a physician, nurse practioner, or nurses is available at no charge on a first-come, first-served basis. Nurses are on site Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Students may visit a physician who is on campus once a week at designated hours. The nurse practitioner is on campus 2 and one-half days per week. A nurse is on call evenings, nights, and weekends.
- Numerous over-the-counter medications are available free of charge, and selected prescription medications are provided at a minimal cost or no charge. (Medications for preexisting or chronic conditions are not included.)
- Throat cultures are available at Health Services.
- Other laboratory tests are sent out to a major hospital lab, with results being faxed promptly back to our office.
- Allergy shots are given at designated times when the physician is present.
- Tetanus/diphtheria boosters, Hepatitis B immunizations, and mantoux skin tests for tuberculosis are available at a minimal cost.
- Annual vaccine clinics such as meningitis and flu shots are scheduled.
- Equipment such as crutches, heating pads, cold packs, elastic wraps, and slings are available for loan or at no charge.
- First aid kits are prepared for the residence halls as well as groups traveling off campus.
- Consultation to groups or individuals planning international travel is available.
- Health fairs and wellness activities such as aerobics classes are promoted and co-sponsored with other campus departments.
- CPR classes are scheduled throughout the year.
Who comes to Health Services?
Currently registered students are eligible to use any of our services. We are available for employee’s first aid needs or blood pressure monitoring during office hours.
Where is the Health Services office located?
The Health Services office is located on the ground level of Townhouse H, adjacent to Counseling Services.
What about medical emergencies?
In the event of a serious injury or other clear threat to life:
- Call 911 (on campus, dial 9 first for an outside line).
- Call Bethel Security at 651.638.6055 for help in directing an ambulance.
- Call Health Services at 651.638.6215 during office hours for help until ambulance arrives.
- Inform resident director or assistant when reasonably possible.
After Hours Urgent Care
- Call 651.638.6215 for the on-call nurse’s number.
- You may be advised to proceed to an Urgent Care or other emergency facility.
- Each residence hall has some first aid supplies for minor problems after hours.
Who pays for off-campus medical care?
Payment for all off-campus medical care is the student’s responsibility. Bethel does not provide health insurance coverage for students. Students not covered under a parent’s or spouse’s plan are required to obtain their own coverage. Information on student health insurance plans may be obtained in the Office of Student Life (651.638.6300) or online at www.davidagencyinc.com.
How confidential is Health Services care?
Confidentiality is a top priority with our staff as it is in any medical office (subject to legal restrictions). We are in compliance with federal and state laws relating to privacy practices.
Who are the Health Services staff?
| Director: | Liz Miller, R.N. |
| Registered Nurses: | Lori Anderson, R.N. |
| Margaret Brodin, R.N. | |
| Sue Gazich, R.N. | |
| Joan Lassen, R.N. | |
| Judy Jackson, R.N.C., N.P. | |
| Physicians: |
Richard D. Glasow, M.D. (Specialist in family practice at Allina Medical Clinic, Shoreview.) |
| Staff Assistant: | Karen Leigh |
Forms
The following forms (PDFs) may be downloaded for Bethel’s Minnesota programs. If you do not have the Acrobat software, follow this link to download a free copy of Adobe Acrobat Reader. Students applying to campuses in other states should check with their local admissions office:
Health History Form
- Mandatory for all College of Arts & Sciences students
- Includes immunization information grid specifying immunizations mandated by state law
- Includes basic health history information to be completed by the individual
Immunization Information Forms
- Seminary Immunization
Information Form
Mandatory for all seminary students - Immunization Information
Form
Mandatory for all College of Adult & Professional Studies and Graduate School students
(nursing programs use separate forms-see below)
Doctor Exam Forms
Doctor’s exam is not required for university admission, except for the following:
Sport Qualifying
Physical Form
Required before practice or participation in intercollegiate sports
Pre-Nursing Physical
Form
Required at time of entry into undergraduate nursing program
College of Adult & Professional
Studies Nursing Physical Form
Required at time of entry into bachelor’s completion nursing program
Master’s
of Nursing Physical Form
Required at time of entry into master’s of nursing program