Medical and Nursing Services
We Offer Quality Health Care
Brooks Health Center's (BHC) staff consists of: physicians, nurse practitioners, physician
assistants, pharmacists, registered and licensed practical nurses, other allied health
care practitioners and support staff equipped to assess, evaluate and treat most routine
outpatient (ambulatory) care problems associated with the college-age population.
Student Patient Portal
The Student Patient Portal offers a method of secure communication between students
and the Health Center. Through the portal, students can complete required medical
forms and upload immunization documentation and waive/enroll for health insurance.
Visit the Student Patient Portal
Appointments
Appointments are encouraged, but not required to see a provider. You can minimize
your waiting time by visiting the Student Patient Portal or by calling Brooks Health Center to schedule an appointment (803-536-7053). Appointments
can also be made in person. Urgent or emergency medical situations will be accessed
immediately (i.e. bleeding, shortness of breath, broken bones/limbs).
Student Health Fees
As a component for students’ success in their academic pursuit, it is essential they
have access to quality affordable comprehensive healthcare. In addition, disease prevention
and cost barriers are keys to preventive care; therefore, the health center strives
to provide students’ access to primary health care.
Most health services are paid through the student health fee in tuition. For students
not charged the health fees, services can be provided on a fee-for-service basis.
The student health fee pays for:
- Office visits for the treatment of routine and chronic illness
- Limited lab studies (blood sugar, U/A, etc.)
- Limited over-the-counter medications
- Support groups and workshops
- Preventive health screening
- Flu vaccine
NOTE: The health fee also assists the health center with access to medical technology,
medical equipment and supplies and the integration of the electronic medical record
(EMR) system.
The student health fee does not pay for:
- Radiology (X-ray) and laboratory services
- Prescription medication
- Physical Exam
- Immunizations and vaccines (PPD, MMR, Tetanus, Hepatitis, Meningitis, etc.)
- Services received at off-campus medical clinics/providers or hospital
Documents & Forms
After Hours/ Emergencies
For urgent conditions occurring after regular office hours, treatment may be sought
at:
- Express Care (MUSC)-803-395-3400
- Family Health Centers, Inc.-Urgent Care (803) 531-8960
- Doctors Care Orangeburg (803) 536-0613
- Life-threatening emergencies will be referred to the Medical University of South Carolina
(MUSC) (803) 395-2200
During emergencies contact:
- Emergency Medical System (EMS) @ 911
- Campus Police Department @ (803) 516-4111 or (803) 536-7188
It is the responsibility of the student for the fee payments for emergency services
rendered by community providers.
Virtual Urgent Care (MUSC)
MUSC Health and Brooks Health Center are offering an easy-to-use online virtual urgent
care service for S.C. State University students who are physically present in the
state of South Carolina.
- Accessible 24/7
- Free online visits for S.C. State students
- Receive quality care from a MUSC Health provider for the following conditions and
much more:
- Allergy/hay fever
- Common cold
- Pink eye
- Sinus infection
- Skin rash
- Sore throat
- Vaginal yeast infection
- Urinary tract infection
- Emergency Contraception (Morning After-Pill)
- Low Back Pain
- Skin Irritation/Rash/Eczema
- Acne
- Stye (Bumps on the eyelid)
- Insect Bite or Sting
- Acid Reflux or Heart Burn
- Swimmer’s Ear (Outer Ear infection)
- Athlete’s Foot
- Minor Burns
- Cold Sore or Fever Blister
MUSC Online Virtual Urgent Care
Brooks Health Center Staff
- Pinkey Carter, Director, MHA, BSN, RN
- Genathan Bookhardt, Fitness Center, BA
- Sherice Colley, Certified Medical Assistant, BA, AS
- Sara Kinney, Electronic Health Records, BS, AS
- Helen Wachowski, Administrative Support
Medical Provider
Medical University of South Carolina
Pharmacy Consultant
Debra G. Felder, RPh Pharmacist
SC State University Fitness
S.C. State University Fitness Center is open to all students, faculty and staff with
a valid SCSU ID. You must sign in and present your ID each time you enter the Fitness
Center.
Location: Truth Hall first floor
Hours:
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday: Closed
Equipment:
-
Treadmill
- Elliptical
- Bikes
- Weights
Fitness Center Rules:
- No food or drinks allowed
- 30-minutes limit equipment
- No book bags, fanny packs, jackets, etc., should be left lying on the floor. The exception
is bottled water in an unbreakable container.
- Machines must be wiped down after use.
- Report any injury, broken or damaged equipment to the Fitness Attendant
- Closed-toe athletic shoes
