Student Life

This section is your comprehensive resource for maintaining well-being and thriving during your journey at Albany Medical College. Explore a range of services and support designed to keep you at your best throughout your academic and personal pursuits.

Student Health Clinic

The Student Health Clinic is part of the Albany Family Medicine practice located at 391 Myrtle Ave., Floor 3.

The following services are provided:

• General primary care, including standard vaccinations
• Acute care for fevers, respiratory illness, stomach pain, rashes, and minor emergencies
• Evaluation of sprains, strains, and sports-related injuries
• Mental health care, including diagnosis, treatment, and referral as needed
• Family planning services, including contraception
• Screening, diagnosis, and treatment of sexually transmitted infections
• PrEP and PEP
• Gender affirming care
• Dermatologic care, including biopsies
• On site lab testing
• Referral to specialists, as indicated

Students can be seen by providers in this practice who don't have a primary role in educational assessment, and other learners will not be involved in student care. Your insurance will be billed accordingly, and any out-of-pocket expenses can be reimbursed according to our health reimbursement policy. If you have questions about the policy, contact Kathleen Whipple, PhD, at [email protected].

In addition to primary care, Student Health provides the following services:

•  Physical exam forms required by other institutions for clinical rotations
•  VSLO vaccination forms for MD students
•  Vaccines including but not limited to MMR, Varicella, TDAP, ACWY Meningococcal
•  PPD or QuantiFERON Gold
•  Drug testing if required by an other institution for a clinical rotation
•  Referral for any required tests or vaccinations they cannot provide

Appointments are required:
Email (preferred): [email protected]
518-207-2273

Student Health Cost Coverage Program

Our students, future health care professionals, recognize the value of health maintenance. Yet, the demands of medical education can challenge health care appointment scheduling. To assist, the Albany Medical College Student Affairs Office provides a Health Cost Reimbursement Program for current students, reducing financial obstacles to seeking medical care.

This program offers partial or full reimbursements for:

• Medical office visits
• Prescriptions
• Medical supplies
• Dental visits

The Student Health Cost Coverage Policies can be found in the Be Well Channel of the Student Affairs MS Team Page or here: Student Health Cost Reimbursement Policy

General questions: [email protected]
If you have specific questions about reimbursements, contact Kathleen Whipple, PhD, at [email protected] or 518-262-6067.

Student Health Insurance

Albany Medical College offers a health insurance plan that is designed specifically for our students. With an emphasis on wellness, the plan is designed to provide comprehensive coverage for medical care, including annual routine physicals and immunizations. It is brokered by Health Sciences Assurance Consulting (HSAC) and it is a national plan that allows students to access care regardless of their location. It is a combined plan with dental insurance and a vision discount plan. Students cannot purchase separate parts of the plan individually.

Maintaining comprehensive health insurance coverage is mandatory for all full-time Albany Medical College students. Visit our student health insurance website to:

• Find more information and plan specifics
• Enroll in the Albany Medical College Student Health Plan
• Waive the Albany Medical College Student Health Plan

Student Mental Health Services

Albany Medical College’s Student Psychological Services is staffed by the Department of Psychiatry and is open to all students and residents regardless of insurance coverage or ability to pay. We aim to support the mental and emotional well-being of our learners by assisting them in managing the demands of their professional, academic, and personal lives. We offer:

• Consultation and immediate help during crises
• Individual and group therapy sessions
• Assessments by psychiatrists and assistance with medication
• Referrals to external resources upon request.

For Scheduling
Phone Number: 518-264-0900
email: [email protected]
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Albany Medical Center Psychiatry Center | 2 Clara Barton Drive | Albany, NY 12208
Transportation: Shuttles are available for transportation to and from Psychological Services

Important Information for Students

• When making an appointment or checking in, say you're from Albany Medical College to register correctly.
• Bring your health insurance details, whether it's from Albany Medical College or not. (After your personal insurance covers its part, we handle the rest, like copays.)
• If you get a bill for Albany Medical College’s psychological services, tell the Student Affairs Office right away. We'll fix your registration and prevent any debt collection issues.

Billing Contact: Kathleen Whipple, PhD
Phone Number: 518-262-6067
email: [email protected]

For Emergencies
For psychological emergencies outside office hours, call 518-262-3111 to reach the on-call dean. They'll discuss your situation over the phone with Dr. Jeffrey Winseman (director) and arrange immediate treatment through the Psychiatry Department if needed.