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Our Services

Services are available to all students enrolled in classes for the current or upcoming semester. To schedule an appointment, you must first REGISTER for an account on the Student Health Portal.

All services are available either in person or via telemedicine.  Our providers are looking forward to caring for and welcoming you back to campus.  For the protection of everyone, masks are required for all visits to all clinics at the Kean Wellness Center.   

Primary Care

Students should make a Primary Care appointment for general medical concerns. Some of the conditions that can be treated in Student Health Services include (but are not limited to):

  • Cold and flu.
  • Cough.
  • Sore throat.
  • Urinary tract infection.
  • Pregnancy tests.
  • Strep tests.
  • Abdominal pain.
  • Injuries.
  • Rashes.
  • Allergies.

Log into the Student Health Portal, select the Appt. Scheduling menu, Schedule Appt., and then choose Primary Care for the appointment type.

Gynecology

We encourage students to contact us with questions or concerns regarding your sexual health. You can make a GYN appointment even if you have not yet begun sexual activity. Bring your insurance card to your appointment for any lab testing that might be recommended.

Appointments can be made for:

  • Routine breast and pelvic exams.
  • Pap tests.
  • STI and HIV testing.
  • GYN complaints/problems.
  • Birth control.

Log into the Student Health Portal, select the Appt. Scheduling menu, Schedule Appt., and then choose Women's Health for the appointment type

STI Testing 

This is for our students who request testing for sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Talk with your provider about which tests are right for you. Most testing can be done with just a urine sample, so be sure not to go to the bathroom at least two hours before your appointment time. Students may also get HIV testing done during this appointment. Bring your insurance card to your appointment. Talk to your provider if you have any concerns regarding laboratory testing and privacy. 
 

Log into the Student Health Portal, select the Appt. Scheduling menu, Schedule Appt., and then choose STI Testing for the appointment type

HIV Testing and PrEP for HIV Prevention

We offer confidential HIV testing for all students. 

HIV is transmitted through the exchange of blood and body fluids. It is recommended that high-risk individuals get tested at least once a year. High-risk individuals are those who have multiple sex partners, have unprotected sex and/or use intravenous drugs.

Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is the latest addition to effective HIV prevention strategies offered at Student Health Services.  PrEP is a one pill combination of two antiviral medications which is taken once daily.  PrEP should be considered for any individual engaging in high risk behaviors for HIV.  Students can discuss, with any of our providers, about whether they would benefit from PrEP.  We also work with the PrEP counselors at Trinitas HIV Early Intervention program for those students who need financial assistance with PrEP. 

Log into the Student Health Portal, select the Appt. Scheduling, then Schedule Appt., choose STI Testing for the appointment type.

Free HIV testing with Iris House

Periodically throughout the year we partner with Iris House of Plainfield to offer Free HIV testing days.  Testing days will occur  two times each month during the Fall and Spring semesters. 

Please call for the current schedule, 908-737-4880. You can also get tested off campus with Iris House.  Visit www.irishouse.org for updated clinic hours or follow them on Instagram @irishouse_nj

LGBTQ+ Services

The staff at Student Health Services is sensitive and knowledgeable about LGBTQ+ students' medical issues. Students will receive appropriate screening, literature, treatment and/or referrals for specific problems. We strive to offer an environment that encourages students to seek health care in an atmosphere that is inclusive and supportive of diversity in the areas of sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. 

Physicals 

Students who need medical clearance for an academic program or work , such as program requirements, internship, study abroad, Kean childcare center, volunteer work or the like, may request a physical from Student Health Services. Most programs will have a form that the provider will need to fill out and sign, so please bring that with you to the appointment. Fill out any sections that pertain to you and sign if required.  If immunizations are necessary for the physical, please bring a copy of your most recent immunization record. You may be referred to a local clinic to receive required immunizations if they are not up-to-date.

Students can also request tuberculosis testing, also called a PPD or Mantoux test or QuantiFERON Gold. 

Log into the Student Health Portal, select the Appt. Scheduling, then Schedule Appt., choose Physicals for the appointment type or TB Testing.

Lactation Rooms on Campus

Kean University recognizes the importance of breastfeeding and the health benefits to both mother and child.  As such, Kean University has dedicated a clean, private, and comfortable location for women who wish to express breast milk on both the Union and East campuses. These lactation rooms are located in close proximity to restrooms and provide a comfortable chair with a table arm.  The lactation rooms are secure and require a key for entry, and are accessible to all Kean University students. 

Please note that the University does not provide refrigeration for expressed milk or a place to keep storage equipment.  Students are encouraged to bring a cooler bag for proper storage of expressed milk. 

For more information about the University’s lactation rooms, contact Student Health Services at 908-737-4880.  

Medical Absences 

Medical absences are granted for medical issues only. If your diagnosis is mental health-related, requests should be made with the Counseling Center. 

There are two types of medical absences, Short Term Leave and Medical Withdrawal. Read the following and decide which is best for you and your circumstances. 

Short Term Leave

If a student will be absent from class for five consecutive days or more but less than two weeks due to medical reasons, the student may request a Short Term Leave. 

The following information must be included within your documentation and uploaded in the Document Upload area in the Student Health Portal to initiate your request. 

1. The medical diagnosis

2. Start date and end date of Short Term Leave 

3. The need for the Short Term Leave 

4. Signed, stamped and dated by a Medical Provider

 

Medical Withdrawal 

If a student will be absent for two (2) weeks or longer, a Medical Withdrawal is required. In this case, the student will be withdrawn from the current semester. The student will receive a W grade in their transcript for the semester. A medical withdrawal does not automatically guarantee a refund or a deletion of a balance due.  For any questions regarding refunds please contact the Registrar, Student Health Services has no ability to process or discuss refunds.

The following information must be included within your documentation and uploaded in the Document Upload area in the Student Health Portal. 

  1. The medical diagnosis 
  2. The date of onset 
  3. The need for the Medical Withdrawal 
  4. Signed, stamped and dated by a Medical Provider 

Medical Withdrawal can be provided if you are attending classes full-time or part-time during the Fall or Spring semesters. Medical Withdrawals are not available during the winter or summer sessions. The deadline to submit the request with documentation is two weeks prior to the end of the current semester. 

 

Steps To Request a Medical Withdrawal or a Short Term Leave

  1. Contact Student Health Services at studenthealthservices@kean.edu 

Include the following information in the email:

  • In the Subject write Short Term Leave or a Medical Withdrawal
  • Your full name and Kean University ID number
  • Clearly state if you are requesting a Short Term Leave or a Medical Withdrawal
  1. The  appropriate forms will be added to your portal by Student Health Services  staff. Complete the medical absence form in the My Forms area of the Student Health Portal after you receive a reply from studenthealthservices@kean.edu
  2. Upload the required documentation in the Document Upload area in the Student Health Portal. 
  3. Confirmation that your request has been processed will be sent in the Messages area of the Student Health Portal

 

What Happens After You Submit Your Medical Documents

All medical documents will be reviewed and processed after they have been uploaded and the medical absence form has been completed in the Student Health Portal. 

Allow three to five business days for a response regarding the determination of a request.

You may email studenthealthservices@kean.edu to check on the status of your request.

Once a determination is made, Student Health Services will notify the following:

For a Short Term Leave, the student is copied and the instructors are notified of the absence. This process should not be a substitute for student communication with his or her instructors. 

For a Medical Withdrawal, the student is copied and the Registrar and Financial Aid offices are notified. For questions regarding Financial aid email finaid@kean.edu and questions regarding grades or transcripts please contact Registrar at regme@kean.edu