Student Health Services

CIA New York’s Student Health Services staff are available to ensure your physical and emotional wellbeing, as well as promote healthy lifestyles among all members of our community. CIA Health and Wellness provides service for students through virtual visits and in-clinic care. Routine visits and follow ups can be scheduled ahead of time via phone or on your patient portal. Walk-in appointments are only accepted for emergencies such as cuts, burns, and allergic reactions.

Location: Lower mezzanine of Roth Hall
Phone: 845-451-1261
In emergencies, please call 911 first, then call CIA campus security at 845-451-1268 or ext. 1111 from a campus phone.
Hours: Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. when classes are in session
E-mail: ciahealthservices@culinary.edu
(This e-mail address is only monitored twice per day during regular business hours when classes are in session. This e-mail is to be used only for scanned medical documentation.

Our health services include:

• Free assessment and treatment of illness and minor injuries, health and wellness advisement, allergy medication, and over-the-counter medication
• Vaccines and health screenings/treatments for a nominal fee
• Students can schedule an appointment to consult with a remote triage nurse between the hours of 6:30–9:30 a.m. and 5:30–7:30 p.m., Monday–Friday.
• Saturday and Sunday remote nurses are available by appointment only for non-emergent triage. After hours, on weekends and holidays, students should reach out to Safety for emergencies.
• Services requiring a Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant must be scheduled one week in advance. Services include physicals, birth control renewal, and general health and wellness advice.
• Students with questions about medication refills, prescription transfers, or medical records, can contact us via phone or secure message on the Patient Portal.

Health Insurance

The CIA does not provide medical health insurance. Students from out-of-state can get insurance and information from their “state of permanent residence” Health Insurance Exchange.

For New York state permanent residents, more information on health insurance can be found here. Note the college carries secondary student accident insurance for each student, which will provide coverage for accidents only.

If you have insurance that covers prescriptions, you can set up an account with a pharmacy that can deliver medications to the CIA Student Health Services office.

Important Freshman Medical Requirements

Freshman students are required to submit a complete physical examination on the mandatory CIA Physical Examination Form (PDF), with required immunizations, 30 days prior to Arrival Day at the CIA.

This mandatory physical exam must be completed within one year, signed by a health care provider that includes vaccination documentation, and include a copy of your health insurance card and all required papers completed. You will not be permitted in class unless the complete mandatory CIA physical examination form and required documentation are submitted.

Medical Information/Referrals

With the exception of coverage provided by accident insurance, the cost of non-routine treatment, off-campus doctor visits, prescription medications, and vaccines will be the student’s responsibility. In the event that a student requires the services of a primary health care provider, specialist, dentist, eye doctor, etc., CIA Student Health Services staff can provide referral information.

Immunization Requirements

New York State Public Health Law Section 2165 and the CIA require proof of two measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccines given on or after your first birthday. If these requirements are not met, you will need to be re-immunized. The CIA also requires vaccination against hepatitis A. Vaccination against hepatitis B and meningitis is recommended but not required.

Your Confidentiality

Students have a right to anticipate that their relationship with the CIA Student Health Services will be one of complete confidence. All information and records pertaining to any aspect of a student’s health are strictly confidential. Except in emergencies, information concerning the nature of illness or injury, diagnosis, and treatment plan will only be provided to legally responsible parents/guardians or designated individuals with the direct knowledge and signed consent of the student.

Community Health Resources

Local pharmacies in the Hyde Park, NY area are available to fulfill prescriptions and provide other medications that can be delivered to campus.

Pharmacies:

CVS Pharmacy
4246 Albany Post Road Suite 2, Hyde Park NY 12538
Phone: 845 229-2224

CVS Pharmacy
4170 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park, NY 12538
Phone: 845-229-8881

Molloy Medical Arts Pharmacy
19 Baker Avenue #207, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Phone: 845-471-7455

Rite Aid
3350 North Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Phone: 845-452-6153

Walgreens
2024 South Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Phone: 845-296-1804

Urgent care locations are also available to provide medical assistance. Please call first to check office hours.

Emergency One
4250 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park, NY 12538
Phone: 845-229-2602

Caremount Medical Group Urgent Care
43 Pine Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Phone: 845-484-6564

Ortho Express
1910 South Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Phone: 845-790-4357

Local Hospitals

Vassar Brothers Medical Center
45 Reade Place, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Phone: 845-454-8500

Mid-Hudson Regional Hospital of Westchester Medical Center
241 North Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Phone: 845-483-5000