Medical

Make the Most of your Medical Appointment

1. Build a relationship with your provider

Studies show patient satisfaction is higher and medical outcomes are better when patients choose a regular Primary Care Provider and maintain a relationship with them for their care. UHS makes it easy! Choose your provider or learn more about our staff online on the Meet the Staff pages.

2. Prepare for your visit

Prepare to review the onset, nature, and changes in your symptoms with your provider. Some patients find it helpful to write down their...

Allergy Shots

NOTICE: University Health Services will no longer be able to provide allergy shots for students

If you are currently receiving allergy shots from your doctor and wish to continue getting allergy shots while you are a student at UC Berkeley, please refer to the list of allergy offices in the community near the UC Berkeley Campus. We can also assist in helping you find a local Allergist office for your ongoing allergy shots...

Local Emergency and Urgent Care Centers (Off Campus)

All centers listed are in-network providers, meaning that SHIP will reimburse a portion of the fees incurred after the co-pay.

These clinics prefer payment upfront but they will bill. Students should present an electronic version of their insurance card. See How to Use SHIP for details.

*Hours change frequently. Please call ahead to confirm the hours.

Hospital Emergency Rooms ($250 co-pay...

Make a Primary Care Appointment

For new problems or concerns requiring an evaluation Follow-up from prior visits If you wish to request a referral or need to establish care with your primary care provider to manage ongoing medical issues.

All students are automatically assigned to a Primary Care Provider and a clinic team. You may change your Primary Care Provider online at any time. Visit our Meet the Staff page to learn more about our Primary Care providers. Not sure if you need a phone, video, or in-person appointment, see our...

Immunizations/Tuberculosis

A wide variety of immunizations are available at UHS.

Staff Highlight: Michael Snider

March 2, 2021

Michael Snider, Urgent Care MA, has held many different roles at UHS (and beyond) since March 2020. In addition to working per-diem at UHS, Michael also works as an EMT at City College of San Francisco (CCSF) catching students up on their routine vaccinations and supporting the nursing staff. He’s also part of CCSF’s Return to Campus workgroup where he reviews departmental procedures to ensure protocols are being followed. Michael also makes time to volunteer at the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank (as needs have greatly increased) and assist the city of San Francisco with as-needed volunteer...

Allergies

Under the direction of community allergists, highly trained and experienced nurses offer education and treatment for allergies. This includes information on how to reduce your exposure to allergens and immunotherapy (allergy shots).

Radiology

Radiology at UHS provides routine exams on a walk-in basis and fulfills orders from outside providers.

All exams are read remotely by a board-certified Radiology group. Some imaging services are referred out to the community and require an approved referral through the SHIP office.

Optometry

Internationally recognized for its excellence in patient care as well as its leadership in vision research, the University of California Berkeley School of Optometry provides comprehensive eye care for University Health Services, members of our campus, and the local community. More than 80,000 patients visit our clinics each year.

The...

Meet the Radiology Staff

Radiology Bruce Anderson Bruce Anderson, RT(R)(CT)

Lead Radiologic Technologist

Bruce Anderson joined the UHS Radiology team in 2012. He received his degree from Merritt College in 1990 and his Computed Tomography license in 1994. He previously worked at John Muir Medical Center in Walnut Creek, and at Children's Hospital in Oakland. He enjoys amateur astronomy, cooking, and spending time...