Your Rights as a Student - Patient
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Respectful Care.
You have the right to receive kind, respectful care in a private setting.
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Clear Information.
You can ask for explanations about your diagnosis, treatment, and what to expect — in language you understand.
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Informed Choices.
You get the information you need to make decisions about your care and to give informed consent.
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The Right to Say No.
You may refuse treatment (unless the law requires it) and be told the possible outcomes.
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Privacy and Confidentiality.
Your medical records are confidential and only shared with your written permission, in emergencies, or when legally required.
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Know Your Care Team.
You may ask who is treating you and what their credentials are.
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See Your Records.
You can review your medical records kept by the Student Health Center.
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Change Providers.
If another qualified provider is available, you may request to switch.
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Share Concerns.
You may voice complaints directly to staff or through the Student Health Center website.
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Advance Directives.
You can request information about Advance Directives and have yours honored.
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Your Responsibilities as a Patient
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Be Accurate and Honest.
Share complete information about your health history, medications, allergies, and anything that impacts your care.
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Ask Questions.
If something is unclear about your diagnosis or instructions, ask — it’s your health, and you should understand it.
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Follow Your Care Plan.
Please follow the treatment plan and participate in your care.
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Provide Needed Information.
Give the personal details needed to keep your medical file up to date.
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Cover Your Charges.
Be prepared to pay any charges incurred at the Student Health Center or at outside facilities.
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Be Respectful.
Treat staff and other patients with respect and follow posted health center rules.
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Policy formulated in 1995; Revised in 2003, 2006, 2009, 2012, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2026