Frequently Asked Questions about Workplace Health Concerns
for UC Berkeley Employees

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Where is the best place to seek health care if I feel I have health symptoms related to my workplace?

You have several possible options, including:

• University Health Services (UHS) Occupational Health Clinic
  
  • Call (510) 642-6891 to schedule an appointment.
    UHS occupational health providers are familiar with the campus and its field stations and can help answer questions, provide additional information and coordinate a medical evaluation as warranted.
• Your personal doctor/health plan.
  
  • This may be preferable, especially for those with a prior history of potentially related medical conditions. Your doctor will be able to evaluate your current symptoms in the context of your medical history.
  • If University Health Services (UHS) serves as your primary health care provider, make an appointment for an evaluation:
    • Students: Call (510) 642-2000 to schedule an appointment.
    • UHS Health Net patients: Call (510) 642-1976 for an appointment.
• As always, if you experience symptoms of an acute medical emergency e.g., chest pain, shortness of breath, fainting or severe dizziness, you should call 911. The responders will transport you to an appropriate facility.

Should I go to the Urgent Care Clinic at UHS?

• If your symptoms need immediate medical attention, the Urgent Care Clinic can help with initial evaluation, stabilization or referral.
• When you arrive at Urgent Care, your condition will be assessed to determine if you need to be seen right away, or if the better option is to schedule an appointment either with your doctor or the Occupational Health Clinic.

What if my doctor has questions or wants more information about conditions at my workplace?

• The UHS Occupational Health clinical staff are available to speak with your doctor, to answer questions or provide specific information. Ask your doctor to call (510) 642-6891 and ask to speak with Dr. Diane Liu, who is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, and Occupational and Environmental Medicine. She also completed Fellowship Training in Clinical Toxicology.

Are there other sources of information about workplace health issues?

• University Health Services and the Office of Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) both provide information on a variety of workplace issues on their respective websites.

What if I have questions, want additional information, or have had problems receiving care at UHS?

• Contact Dr. Diane Liu (UHS Occupational Health Physician) at (510) 642-6891.

If you are a UC Berkeley employee, and have questions regarding Workers' Compensation, call (510) 643-7921.

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