Health Services at Penn State Beaver

Medical Emergency?
If you are experiencing a serious or life-threatening medical emergency, call 911 immediately.

Health Center Hours

Monday–Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Lunch closure: 1:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

The Student Health Center is open throughout the academic year unless otherwise announced through campus communications. Please note that the Health Center is closed during June and July.

Health and Wellness Support

Penn State Beaver offers a variety of health education programs designed to promote lifelong wellness, including:

  • Nutrition and healthy lifestyle education
  • General wellness initiatives
  • Sexual health education
  • Substance abuse prevention and awareness

Students are encouraged to take advantage of these resources and develop positive health habits that support academic and personal success.

Meet the Health Center Staff

Jessica Judy, RN, BSN
Students may visit the nurse at no cost.

Dr. Mitchell Pfeiffer, Consulting Physician
Available on two Tuesdays each month. A $15 physician consultation fee will be charged to the student's account. Dates of availability are posted in the Health Center and announced through Stall Stories.

Nurse Advice Hotline

University Health Services offers a confidential Nurse Advice Line:

Phone: 814-863-4463
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Please have your Penn State ID number available when calling. Calls may be recorded.

Services Available

The Health Center provides:

  • Assessment, evaluation, and treatment of short-term illnesses and injuries
  • Health consultations and wellness guidance
  • Emergency care for injuries occurring on campus
  • Referrals to physicians, hospitals, emergency rooms, and community agencies when needed
  • Blood pressure, height, and weight screenings
  • First aid and emergency care
  • Emergency transportation on campus to health services
  • Health information resources and educational materials
  • Wellness programs, awareness campaigns, and the annual Penn State Beaver Health Fair
  • Maintenance of confidential student health records
  • Compliance with local and state health regulations
  • Physical examinations for driver's licenses, employment, and athletics

Need Transportation to an off campus medical appointment?

Penn State Beaver has partnered with the Beaver County Transit Authority (BCTA) to offer discounted transportation services for students. Service Hours:  Monday – Friday 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.