Medical Services

The Duke Student Health Center, the primary care clinic for Duke Students, is located within the Duke Clinic in the Sub-Basement Orange Zone, and is accessible from a special entrance on Flowers Drive - across from Duke Gardens.

During the regular academic year, students are seen by appointment (681-WELL) Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8:30am to 5pm and Wednesdays from 9:30am - 5pm. Students who walk-in may be worked into the clinic schedule, but this may involve a long wait (so, appointments are strongly encouraged!).  Hours may change during semester breaks and summer sessions. Please check our website or call 681-WELL (681-9355) for any changes to hours and for healthcare options while we're closed.

A wide range of services are available, including general medical care, women's health care including gynecological exams, men's health care, nutrition counseling, sports medicine consults, nurse consults, allergy clinic, and travel clinic. There is a laboratory and pharmacy on site. Radiology services are provided by the Department of Radiology at the Duke Clinic. Dermatology and Endocrinology appointments are available on a fee for service basis (i.e., not covered by the health fee). Dental services are not available through Student Health.

For problems arising after hours and on weekends, students should call 681-WELL (681-9355) for treatment options. In the event of a life-threatening emergency, students should call 911 or go directly to the nearest Emergency Department. If necessary, Duke Police (911 or 684-2444) will provide on-campus transportation to the Duke University Hospital Emergency Department.

Students are encouraged to use the Duke Student Health Center as their portal of entry to other health resources as needed, including the specialty clinics at Duke University Medical Center. This will help with coordinating and providing cost-effective care.