Student Health Resources
UMB Student Health Resources include the Student Health Center, the Student Counseling Center, and Disability Services. Information regarding the full list of services, location and hours of operation can be found on the links below.
Educational Support and Disability Services
Medical Student Personal Insurance Requirements
UMB and/or the LCME require all medical students to carry several different types of insurance coverage while enrolled in the Doctor of Medicine program, specifically, health insurance, accident insurance, disability insurance, and malpractice insurance. These policies are critical for the care and protection of medical students and others with whom they interact (faculty, students, patients, other members of the healthcare team) while participating in medical education.
Students are expected to follow the reporting and documentation procedures as required by each insurer. Failure to comply with campus insurance coverage requirements could be prevent a student from participating in certain medical education courses, clerkships, and other scheduled activities. If left unresolved, students could delay their progression in the program, and/or be dismissed from the program.
Medical students are required to maintain active health insurance coverage throughout their enrollment. Insurance must provide comprehensive coverage for medical, surgical, and mental health services. Students who do not have health insurance will be required to enroll in the UMB Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP). Learn more at https://www.umaryland.edu/student-financial-services/student-insurance/.
Student Accident Insurance Plan
Medical students are required to have accident insurance coverage the provides benefits in the event of injury sustained during academic or clinical activities. Learn more at https://www.umaryland.edu/student-financial-services/student-insurance/.
Student Disability Insurance
Medical Students are required to carry disability insurance that offers financial protection in case of a disability that prevents them from continuing their medical education.
All students are automatically enrolled in AMA Med Plus Advantage disability insurance (Policy Number 758390) as required by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education, or the LCME. The cost will be included in SOM MD Program fees at approximately $55 per year.
Group Plan Certificates | Support | AMA Insurance (amainsure.com)
groupltdprogram@amainsure.com
Ph: 888-627-6618
UMB Contact, Office of the Provost
Meghan Bruce Bojo, MSW
Executive Director for Academic Administration
mbojo@umaryland.edu
Student Health
Call to schedule your urgent or primary care needs
University of Maryland Campus Health
408 W. Lombard St., Upper Level
Phone: 667-214-2233
After hours and on-call provide is available to answer urgent calls
For immunizations, students may self-schedule at the UMB Student Health Shot Clinic
Immunizations are documented through the UMB Electronic Record, Complio ABD. Information regarding accessing and troubleshooting the Electronic Record can be found here.
For COVID Protocols in the Learning Environment:
If you are sick, you should not come to campus or your clinical sites.
All students should follow the guidance outlined on the UMB COVID-19 Information page regarding what to do if you feel ill and when to return to educational activities. Students who need additional guidance may consult with Student Health.
Clinical year students must follow the expectations of their clinical site.
- For UMMS sites, review the UMMS COVID Policy and if you are have a positive COVID-19 test, you must report it via this smartsheet.
- For the VA, send an email to vamhcsemployeeandoccupationalhealth@va.gov and copy your supervisor on the email explaining your illness. Someone will contact you via email and then call to get more details. You should follow their guidance for next steps and when to return to work.
- For all other sites, follow the guidance provided by the site and/or your course/clerkship director.
For other Urgent Needs:
- Blood Borne Pathogens Exposures should be reported immediately to 667-214-1866
- Use the UMB Behavioral Evaluation and Threat Assessment to identify and report threating, aggressive or violent behavior.
For true emergencies, students should proceed to the nearest emergency room or call 911.
For Administrative Assistance email, call or visit the Student Health Administrative Office
408 W. Lombard St., Lower Level
Phone: 667-214-1883
Email: shealth@som.umaryland.edu
Student Counseling
Call or request services online
Student Counseling Center
621 W Lombard St., suite 302
Phone: 410-328-8404
Online request for same day appointments are also available
If you need immediate help (if you or a peer are in crisis), call 410-328-8404 and mention that you are in crisis or if it is after hours press “7” for immediate assistance.
For true mental health emergencies, proceed to the nearest emergency room, call 988 or contact the UMB Police 410-706-6882
Substance use resources. For resources and information visit the UMB Student Counseling Center Substance Use resource page. If you are concerned about a friend or a colleague, UMB Student Counseling Center Resources to Help Others provides guidance and consultation.