Medical Services
If this is a medical emergency, please call 911 immediately.
While we care deeply about the well-being of our students, George Fox University does not provide in-person medical services on campus.
If you require medical care, we recommend the following options, listed in order of affordability and accessibility:
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TimelyCare
This free telehealth service is available 24/7/365 to all Newberg-based students. To get started, download the TimelyCare app, register using your George Fox email address, and connect with a provider within minutes or schedule an appointment at your convenience.
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Virtual Visits through Your Primary Care Provider or Insurance Plan
Many health plans offer virtual consultations at a low cost. Contact your physician or insurance provider for more information and access instructions. -
Local Urgent Care Clinics
For in-person medical attention, you may visit a nearby urgent care clinic. Please note that costs and services vary by provider.
Clinic Location In-Network Insurance Phone # Providence Express Care Walgreens In-network insurance information Appointment Link Providence Newberg Public Schools Health Center Newberg High School Same as above 503-683-1097 Newberg Urgent Care 2880 Hayes Street In-network insurance carriers including Kaiser 503-537-9600 Legacy-GoHealth 21430 SW Langer Farms Pkwy, Sherwood Insurance and Pricing 971-808-0655 Providence Immediate Care 16770 S.W. Edy Road, Sherwood, OR In-network insurance information 503-216-9600 Providence Newberg Medical Center – Emergency 1001 Providence Dr., Newberg, OR In-network insurance information 503-537-1577 Tualatin Kaiser Clinic 19185 SW 90th Ave., Tualatin, OR By appointment only 503-885-7300 -
Self-Care Station
The Health and Counseling Center also offers a self-care station located in our clinic, stocked with free basic health supplies. This resource is designed for students who may not need a full appointment but still need quick support to get through the day. No appointment is necessary, so just drop in.
Available supplies include:
- Band-Aids, Ace bandages
- Over-the-counter cold remedies (e.g., cough drops, ibuprofen, acetaminophen, antihistamines, decongestants, etc.)
- Menstrual care products
- Crutches (available for loan)
- Ice packs
We are here to support your health and wellness—whether you need ongoing care or just a little help to feel better during a busy day.
Self-Care Resources
While the internet offers many resources for both professionals and patients, clinical decisions should not be based on information found online. If you do choose to use online resources to help guide you, it is important that the sites be reliable with up to date, evidence-based information. Below are a few recommended sites for information.
- Medline Plus: Reliable information on symptoms, medications, health topics, and more
- Center for Disease Control and Prevention
The following is a list of links for trusted resources to common health concerns of college students. Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have.
- Acne
- ADHD
- Alcohol use and your health
- Anxiety
- Asthma
- Concussion
- Chest Wall Pain (Costochondritis)
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Influenza (Flu)
- Meningitis
- Mononucleosis
- Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
- Piercings
- Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis)
- Sleep and Sleep Disorders
- Sexual Health
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- Sore Throat
- Stomach Flu
- Smoking and tobacco use
- Sprained Ankle
- Tuberculosis (TB)
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Yeast Infection