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Update: Saddleback College's Newly Remodeled Health Center

The remodeled Saddleback College Student Health Center provides free and low-cost health services, including access to 6 physicians, 5 registered nurses, 2 clinical psychologists, and 8 counselors.

The newly remodeled Student Health Center provides free and low-cost physical and mental health services to an average of 40-100 students per day, including access to six physicians, five registered nurses, two licensed clinical psychologists, and eight counselors. For a fee of $18 per semester, the Student Health Center provides preventive care, prescription and over-the-counter medication, blood work, counseling appointments, eye exams, and education about health-related issues.

 “Saddleback College strives to provide the best for our students, both inside and outside the classroom,” said college President Dr. Tod Burnett. “The staff in the Student Health Center does a fantastic job to ensure that our students are healthy enough to succeed, and this remodel provides our staff with the tools they need to do their job effectively and efficiently. I want to thank Jeanne Harris-Caldwell and her staff for all the hard work they put into this amazing update and renovation that will better serve our students and employees”

 “Students cannot be successful unless they proactively maintain their physical and mental health,” said Jeanne Harris-Caldwell, RN, director of the Student Health Center. “We are committed to providing high-quality care for our students regardless of age, health status, or whether or not they have health insurance.”

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The updated center features two exam rooms, a trauma room that can accommodate a paramedic gurney, and several counseling rooms, with a secure electronic medical record system that increases privacy and decreases paperwork.

Beginning on Monday, August 20th, the Student Health Center hours are Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (closed from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. every day). For more information, including a complete list of services, visit the health center website or call (949) 582-4606.

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