Welty Student Health Center
Health Center Info
11 Merriam Street
509-527-5281
healthcenter@whitman.edu
Mission
The mission of the Welty Student Health Center is to create an inclusive, welcoming and caring environment where all students will thrive and flourish and to meet every student with respect and dignity, accepting individuals’ unique situations and concerns.
The Welty Student Health Center staff recognizes and acknowledges the impact of limited medical services to Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) and all marginalized, vulnerable populations. Our staff works one-on-one with all students to identify physical/emotional needs, provide a safe and compassionate environment and educate students regarding college and community resources.
The Health, Wellness and Counseling Center
in the Division of Student Life
engages in pedagogy of student growth
&
community building
through committing to values of
integrity, social justice, collaboration, and love.
INTEGRITY
a life of ethical engagement and reflection
SOCIAL JUSTICE
an equitable community of inclusion and empowerment
COLLABORATION
an intersectional approach and
affirmation of pluralistic community
LOVE
an engine to action
We believe in holistically supporting and empowering all students.
Overview
The Welty Student Health Center is open Monday through Friday, from 8 to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 11 to 1 p.m. (The Welty Student Health Center is closed during academic breaks.) Medical providers are available daily by appointment to examine ill or injured students and provide consultations or physical exams.
You can also contact the Health Center via email at healthcenter@whitman.edu for questions or concerns. Or call the Health Center at 509-527-5281 to schedule an appointment.
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Emergency and After Hours Care
- Call 911
- Whitman Campus Security 509-527-5777
- Providence St. Mary Medical Center - Emergency Department
- Providence Urgent Care
- BestMed Urgent Care
- College Place Express Care
- Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988
- Trevor Project LGBTQIA+ Lifeline: Call 866-488-7386 or text “START” to 678678
- Crisis counseling for students of color: Text “STEVE” to 741741
- Walla Walla Crisis Response Services: 509-524-2999
Where is the Health Center?
The Health Center is located at 11 Merriam St. on the corner of Merriam Street and Boyer Avenue, on the southeast side of campus.
Prescribing Provider Hours
Our Nurse Practitioners and Medical Doctors are available Monday–Friday by appointment, or walk-in as time allows.
FAQs
How do I get prescriptions filled?
There are 2 pharmacies that will deliver your prescriptions to the Health Center. They are: Tallman's, a local pharmacy, and their phone # is: 509-525-1010. They will need to have a payment method on file and the prescription that you are wanting filled. Rite-Aid will also deliver to the Health Center and their phone # is: 509-529-1917.
Can I get immunization shots?
We have all the routine vaccines and many travel vaccines available. Vaccines are charged to your student account.
Questions about the Meningococcal vaccine?
What tests can you perform?
COVID 19 antigen test, PCR test, Strep, mono, urinalysis, pregnancy and STI tests are performed at the clinic.
How do I make an appointment to see a doctor?
Please call the Health Center at 509-527-5281 and we can assist you with making an appointment.
Can my parents find out why I went to the Health Center?
We share information with parents ONLY with your written permission. Clinical information may be shared with our counseling and sport departments as needed. A consent for treatment will be provided upon your first visit to our clinic. Clinic charges are documented as “Health Center” charge on your bill from the business office. No one outside the Health Center can identify what the charge is for.
Services
Welty Student Health Center is a small, nurse-managed clinic for routine illness and injury. The Welty Student Health Center does not manage complicated or chronic conditions. If you are in need of more in depth services, please contact your current primary care physician, for an appropriate referral to a local provider.
Services available include:
- Physician availability for examination of ill students, physical exams or consultation.
- Prescriptions assistance from local pharmacy
- In-house lab testing for strep, mono, urinalysis and pregnancy
- Assistance in outside referrals and insurance questions
- Vaccines and travel health
- Sexual health exams
- Pap exams
- PrEP
- Mental Health Provider
Nursing visits may include:
- Medication administration
- Vaccine administration
- STI testing
- Ear lavage
- Plan B
What we do not Provide:
- Imaging
- Emotional Support Animal evaluation
- Management of chronic conditions
The Health Center does NOT have dental, vision, massage or chiropractic services on site, please refer to the Dental/Vision/Chiropractic/Massage information.
Health Insurance
The health center does not bill insurance. Students are responsible for requesting a receipt for charged services/supplies if they would like to submit a claim.
We strongly recommend that all students are aware of their benefits, including the limitations and requirements of their particular health insurance. Students in need of coverage can find insurance at Washington Health Plan Finder.
Whitman does not offer a domestic student health insurance plan. Our International Student Health Insurance Plan is an AETNA plan by Lewermark, access the login page.
Cost of Services
Free: No student cost for
- Physician or nurse practitioner visits
- Nursing evaluations/services
- Travel consultation
Nominal student charge
- Physicals
- Lab work (in-house)
- Immunization
- Medications
- Assorted medical supplies
Other professional services charged by provider
- Outside lab and radiology
- Prescriptions
- Speciality practices in the community
All degree-seeking students are able to access the college health center, regardless of their particular health insurance.
Health center services or supply costs will be charged to the student’s Whitman account.
The health center does not bill insurance. Students are responsible for requesting a receipt for charged services/supplies if they would like to submit a claim.
We strongly recommend that all students are aware of their benefits, including the limitations and requirements of their particular health insurance. Students in need of coverage can find insurance at Washington Health Plan Finder.
Make an Appointment
To make an appointment or if you have any questions, please call the Health Center at 509-527-5281.
Emergency Rooms
Providence St. Mary Medical Center - Emergency Center
401 W. Poplar St., Walla Walla
For emergencies only.
Urgent Care
BestMed Urgent Care
1225 SE Commercial Dr, College Place, 509-516-1101
Go online to “get in line” to hold your spot. Walk-ins are also welcome. Bills Insurance.
Providence Urgent Care
380 Chase Ave, Walla Walla, 509-522-5171
A minor emergency clinic that provides walk-ins and urgent care. Open 7 days a week. Bills Insurance.
Local Clinics
College Place Health Clinic 295 S College Ave, Ste 1, College Place, 509-382-8349
Walk-in and appointment options. Bills Insurance.
Family Medical Center
1120 W Rose St, Walla Walla, 509-525-6695.
Bills Insurance.
Providence Express Care
1705 SE Meadowbrook St, Ste 2, College Place
Please book your visit online before arriving. Bills Insurance.
Providence Primary Care
Walla Walla, 509-897-3700.
Bills Insurance.
SOS Clinic
1200 SE 12th St, Ste 4, College Place
Provides care for the insured and uninsured patients. Limited hours.
Walla Walla Clinic
55 W Tietan St, Walla Walla, 509-525-3720.
Same day appointments available. Bills Insurance.
- Walk-In Clinic is located in the same area. Call to schedule an appointment.
Yellowhawk Tribal Health Center
46314 Timíne Way, Pendleton, Oregon, 888-935-4295
Provides healthcare for the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation and will provide care for any Whitman students enrolled in any a federally recognized Tribe within the United States.
Sexual Assault/Sexual Misconduct
Karen Angel, YWCA Sexual Assault Victim Advocate (SAVA)
Call/Text SAVA Directly - 509-876-7075
YWCA Crisis Line - 509-529-9922
sava@ywcaww.org
Weekly SAVA office hours at the Welty Student Health Center:
- Mondays: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Tuesdays: 9–11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Wednesdays: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Thursays: 9–11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Fridays: available for crisis support
Resources and Support/Reporting an incident of sexual misconduct
Dental/Vision/Chiropractic/Massage
Dental
- Alder Family Dental
342 Catherine Street, Walla Walla, WA 99362, 509-525-9474
Has online appointment scheduling option. - Douglas Rietz, DDS
208 S Park St, Walla Walla, WA 99362, 509-522-0499.
Within walking distance of Whitman. - Inland Family Dentistry
217 2nd Ave, Walla Walla, WA 99362, 509-525-7250.
Takes several insurance options.
Vision
- Nielson Eye Care
2316 Eastgate St, Ste 170, Walla Walla, WA 99362, 509-529-7371
Most insurances accepted. - Valley Vision
22 W Main St, Walla Walla, WA 99362, 509-529-2020
Downtown Walla Walla, takes a variety of insurances, large selection of frames. - Vision Source
614 E Alder St #1, Walla Walla, WA 99362, 509-527-3937
Online appointment scheduling option. - Walmart Vision & Glasses
1700 SE Meadowbrook St, College Place, WA 99324, 509-525-3700
Open 7 days a week.
Chiropractic
- Blue Mountain Sport + Spine
2 E Poplar St Suite 102, Walla Walla, WA 99362, 509-676-9521
Private pay, but provides forms for insurance reimbursement. Limited hours. - Elmenhurst Chiropractice Clinic
903 S Howard St, Walla Walla, WA 99362, 509-525-4160
Within walking distance of Whitman. - Stephen Trapani, DC
1618 E Issacs Ave, Walla Walla, WA 99362, 509-525-0300
Walk-ins welcome, insurance and private pay options available, back pain specialty. - Walla Walla Chiropractic and Massage Clinic
120 E Birch St #12, Walla Walla, WA 99362, 509-522-2202
Offers many different services.