If a situation seems life-threatening, or if you need immediate treatment of very serious or critical conditions, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911.
For those on campus,University of Chicago Medicine's Emergency Departmentis located at:
5656 South Maryland Avenue
773.702.6250
Urgent Mental Health Care: Therapist-on-Call (24/7): 773-702-3625
Dean-on-Callis an administrator that can be reached by calling the University of Chicago Police Department (UCPD) at773.702.8181. Please be prepared to leave a 10-digit call-back number as UCPD will page the Dean-on-Call for you.
Students may contact the Dean-on-Call any time there is an emergency to get advice and support in managing a situation.Learn more here.
University of Chicago Police Department: 773.702.8181
For more information seeGet Help Now page.
Dr. James Woodruff, Dean of Students
jwoodruf@uchicagomedicine.org
Dr. Wei Wei Lee, Associate Dean for Professional Development and Engagement
wlee2@uchicagomedicine.org
Student Wellness Center:840 East 59th Street,Chicago, Illinois 60637
Business Hours:Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. (Drop in/Walk in welcome for urgent needs)
Call for Appointments:773.834.9355
24/7 Options:
Let’s Talk VirtualHours: Let’s Talk provides free, informal, and confidential consultations with therapists from the Student Counseling Service. No appointment is necessary. If you prefer, you do not have to give your name. Check the website for hours and locations.
Therapist-on-Call (24/7):773.702.3625
TimelyCare:24/7 on-demand service, TalkNow.
Student Wellness Center:840 East 59th Street,Chicago, Illinois 60637
Business Hours:Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. (Drop in/Walk in welcome for urgent needs)
Call for Appointments:773.834.9355 -or- visit themy.WellnessPortalto schedule.
Nurse Advice Line (Available 24/7):773.834.9355
HealthiestYou Telehealth:Students on U-SHIP may reach a doctor 24/7 by visiting theHealthiestYouwebsite or calling 855.866.0895.
Students not on U-SHIP can use this option for a modest fee or contact their insurance provider for a telehealth option.
Learn more about urgent medical care.
The list of immunizations that students must comply with are based on their program of study and will be included in their list of action items in the“Medical Clearances”section of themy.WellnessPortal(applicable to most students in programs/research that convene in person).
Student Wellness Center840 East 59th Street,Chicago, Illinois 60637
Appointments:773.834.9355
Nurse Advice Line (Available 24/7):773.834.9355
Hours:Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Learn more about urgent medical care.
- Apply for a Wellness Grant HERE!
- Meet the Pritzker Wellness Committee Reps here!
Mission
ThePritzker Wellness Program strives to equip students with life-long skills to enhance their health and well-being by creating a culture that promotes reflection, compassion and the pursuit of joy on their path topersonal and professional growth.
Vision
The Pritzker School of Medicine embraces wellness as a core value and is committed to helping students thrive in medical school through tailored programming to enhance physical, emotional, social and spiritual well-being.
PSOM has a wealth of resources dedicated to Student Support and Wellness throughout their medical school experiences. For ease of navigating, see the two sections below that outline the Pritzker School of Medicine Support and Resources section, followed by the University of Chicago Student Support and Resources Section.
Featured Faculty
These four faculty are all outstanding resources for our medical students. They are part of the network of support provided by the many faculty deans and career advisors at the Pritzker School of Medicine who all serve as informed and effective advocates for students, In order:James Woodruff, MDandWei Wei Lee, MD, MPHfor the Office of Student Affairs and Programs.Dayle Davenport, MDfor theOffice of Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.Chelsea Dorsey, MDassists with academic support and advising.
James N. Woodruff, MD
Wei Wei Lee, MD, MPH
Dayle Davenport, MD, FACEP
Chelsea Dorsey, MD'10, RPVI
General:
- UMatter
- Resources for Sexual Assault Prevention
- Resources for Unlawful Harassment
- University Policy on Unlawful Discrimination and Harassment
- 4-Help- Dial (773) 834-4357 to reach theUniversity Dean on Call. This emergency resource is available 24-hours a day, every day of the year. The University Dean-on-Call will be able to reach a Pritzker representative no matter what hour of the day.
- Umbrella Coverage- Dial (773) 702-8181 - Anyone within the University Police Coverage Area* may request apolice escortat any time if they feel uncomfortable with their surroundings. Give your location and the first available patrol car will be dispatched to accompany you as you walk to your destination.
*University Police Coverage Area
North: 37th Street
South: 64th Street
East: Lake Shore Drive
West: Cottage Grove
Social: Maintaining a Healthy Life
- Current Events in Chicago
- Family Resources for the U of C community
- Academic Skills Assessment:Struggling with your academics? This site can help!
- Mind Over Mood- A workbook for feeling better
- AAMC Medical Student Wellness webpage
- Spirituality:Check out the different religious groups on campus
- Spiritual Direction:Rockefeller Chapel staff can help -- regardless of your faith
Psychological: Maintaining a Healthy Mind
- Student Counseling Service
- Support Groupsfor procrastination, relationships, eating disorders, coming out, and more
- Chemical Dependency Issues
- Local Alcoholics Anonymous
- National Alliance for Mental Illness:For those wondering about depression, anxiety, eating disorders or anything else
Biological: Maintaining a Healthy Body
- Student Health Service
- Student Health Guide
- Student Health Promotion and Wellness(a great resource for activities, workshops & general information about wellbeing)
- Student Health Insurance
- Yoga, Aerobics, and other classes on campus
- Exercise Facilities
- Pritzker Immunization Requirements
- Keep track of your nutrition and exercise
- Recipes from a Pritzker Fellow
24-Hour Resources for Students:
- Dr.Woodruffand Dr.Leeare available to assist with any urgent concerns.
- City of Chicago Police: 911
- University of Chicago Police Department:773.702.8181 or 123 from any campus phone
- University of Chicago Medicine Emergency Room: 773.702.6250Address:901 East 58th Street Chicago, IL 60637
Medical Care
Nurse Advice Line (Available 24/7):773.834.9355
Counseling and Psychiatry
Therapist-on-Call (24/7):773.702.3625
Dean-on-Call:The Dean-on-Call is a University administrator who can be reached 24/7 by calling773.834.HELP (4357)and following the prompts. Students may contact the Dean-on-Call any time there is an emergency to get advice and support in managing a situation.Learn more here.
Confidential Resources for Students
- Sexual Assault Dean-on-Call:
773.834.HELP (4357) - Student Health Service:
773.702.4156 - Student Counseling Service:
773.702.9800
For more information seeGet Help Now page.
Student Disability Services
Provides resources, support, and accommodations to students with long term and short term disabilities and ensures that all aspects of student life are accessible and inclusive.
5501 South Ellis Avenue Chicago, IL 60637
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m
Phone: (773) 702-6000
Email:disabilities@uchicago.edu
Advice about academic concerns:
Type of concern:
- Managing coursework
- Time Management
- Failing an exam
- Difficult team interactions
- Difficult interpersonal interactions
- Taking a Year Off
Resources:
Peer Mentors at Pritzker
Fourth year students who provide mentorship on navigating the curriculum to junior students. Email them with any questions:Reem Hamoda,Willa Li,Akosua Oppong,Rachel Pacyna.
Chelsea Dorsey,Associate Dean for Medical Student Academic Advising and Advancement
Dr. Dorsey is available to help with the academic side of your life at Pritzker.Reach out to herfor guidance, assistance, or direction in navigating academic concerns.
Academic Skills Assessment Program:ASAPis a resource run by Student Counseling Services that assists with time management, learning and memory, test anxiety, reading effectiveness, effective exam preparation and general study skills
- Call 773-702-9800 for appointments
- EmailTab Shamsiwith questions
Resources compiled by students, for students!
Section 1: Pritzker School of Medicine (PSOM)
Student Support and Resources
Office of Student Affairs & Programs
The Office of Student Affairs and Programs (SAP) is dedicated to supporting the personal and professional development of all students at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine by providing programs and services geared toward the development of happy and well-balanced physicians-in-training who will become competent, caring, and compassionate physicians.
SAP works in concert with many other Pritzker programs, e.g. theOffice of Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, as well as faculty who oversee specific programs in global health and community service learning.
Office of Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
TheOffice of Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, led byDayle Davenport, MD, Associate Dean for Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, works to ensure a supportive academic environment for underrepresented minorities at our school. Among the nation's highest ranked medical schools, the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine has achieved one of the most diverse student bodies
Pritzker Career Advising
The Pritzker School of Medicine incorporates career advising and professional development into all aspects of students' medical education.Chelsea Dorsey, MD, also assists with academic support and advising.
All students are assigned to one of eightCareer Advisorsthrough their membership in one of the fourPritzker Societies: Coggeshall Society, Huggins Society,LewisSociety, and Rowley Society. The four Pritzker Societies are named for key figures who made seminal contributions to research, clinical care, and education at the University of Chicago.
Learn more about the resources here.
Ombudspersons
(Pictured: Top Left -Shellie Williams, MD. Top Right -StevenZangan, MD, bottom group - Pritzker Chiefs)
Faculty Ombudspersons: Serve as student advocates and facilitators within the University of Chicago Medical Center when issues occur. The Ombudspersons are chosen because they are neutral, third party physicians who are not otherwise involved with the academic promotion or evaluation of Pritzker students.
Peer Ombudspersons:In addition to the faculty Ombudspersons, the Pritzker Chiefs also each act as Peer Ombudspersons.The Pritzker Chiefs will work with students to explore options, offer perspective, suggest resources and, if warranted, reach out to faculty deans for guidance.
Dean's Council
The Dean’s Council (DC) is the student government body for the Pritzker School of Medicine, comprised of elected student representatives, faculty, staff, and the Dean. The council meets monthly to discuss issues concerning the students, promote community building, and distribute funds from the Student Life Fee - including student org spending, class parties, and annual school-wide events.
Visit the Dean's Council Website for Student Engagement and Support information (includes Student Organizations, Accessing Class Funds, Society funding, Pritzker Sib Voucher Program, and more!).
Wellness Committee
The Wellness Committee is here for YOU to:
- Design programming to celebrate, build and learn longitudinal skills for maintaining wellness throughout the medical school journey
- Promote mental health and wellness initiatives amongst Pritzker students
- Create opportunities for social connection within each class and amongst all members of the Pritzker community.
- Advocate for students when they feel that their mental health and wellness needs are not being met to the best of Pritzker’s ability.
- Be here as a resource and a listening ear when you are struggling!
Section 2: University of Chicago | UChicago Student Wellness
Student Support and Resources
Medical Services
UChicago Student Wellness offers primary and acute health care needs and routine medical services.Care provided by the SHS is confidential. You will not be treated by fellow medical students, residents, or faculty who would also supervise your clinical performance. Students with concerns about seeking care (medical or mental health) at the University of Chicago will be assisted with outside referrals.
Learn more about UChicago Student Wellness medical services.
Mental Health Services
The University of Chicago Student Wellness Staff have robust resources for mental health counseling (short-term), discrimination and sexual misconduct, bias response, and safety and security as illustrated in theGet Help website.
Learn more about UChicago Student Wellness counseling and psychiatry services.
UChicago Student Wellness is committed to enhance the environment and the community at the University of Chicago to promote lifelong behaviors and to empower individuals to improve their quality of life and reach their highest potential.
Learn more about UChicago Student Wellness - wellness programming.
Student Insurance
The University requires all students to carry health insurance. On an annual basis, all students are enrolled in the University Student Health Insurance Plan (U-SHIP), administered by UnitedHealthcare StudentResources - unless they waive coverage by providing proof of alternate comparable coverage. If you are enrolled in U-SHIP, staff are able to answer questions about USHIP coverage (email: uchicagoadvocates@uhcsr.com).
Learn more about U-SHIP.
Immunizations
The list of immunizations that students must comply with are based on their program of study and will be included in their list of action items in the“Medical Clearances”section of themy.WellnessPortal(applicable to most students in programs/research that convene in person). Failure to submit proof of immunization or vaccination will result in class registration penalties and reduced access to campus facilities (library, athletics, etc.) by the University Registrar.
Needlestick Procedures
The Pritzker School of Medicine and The University of Chicago Office of Environmental Health and Safety dictate that all medical students shall practice universal precautions to eliminate or minimize exposure to blood and other potentially infectious materials (OPIM). Read the full Needlestick Injuries and Other Blood-borne and/or Body Fluid Pathogen Control Policy here.
