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Department of Pediatrics

Division of Infectious Diseases

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International Travel Clinic

St. Louis Children’s Hospital

The travel clinic will provide pre- and post-travel consultations for any person traveling for work, leisure, volunteering or studying abroad. The infectious disease specialists will help patients to plan for a safer, healthier international trip by providing tailored health recommendations and administering vaccinations (including typhoid, hepatitis A, yellow fever, Japanese encephalitis, and others) required per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines.  We will see and provide vaccines and pre-travel medications for the whole family in one visit!  Appointments are available on Thursday mornings.

Orthopedics & Infectious Diseases Service

The Ortho/ID clinic cares for children with infections of bones, joints or muscles. These infections are commonly caused by  Staphylococcus aureus  and other bacteria.  In the Ortho/ID clinic, patients receive one-stop care from their infectious diseases provider and orthopedics surgeon or nurse practitioner. In addition, physical therapy, orthotics and other services are at the ready. 

Project ARK

AIDS/HIV Resources and Knowledge

Project ARK (AIDS/HIV Resources and Knowledge) draws together several organizations interested in pediatric HIV to establish a unified comprehensive system of care that provides for the medical, psychosocial and educational needs of HIV-infected children and their families living in the bi-state region (eastern Missouri and southern Illinois). Outreach education and prevention and linkages with clinical research trials are additional goals of this project, which is funded by Ryan White Title IV and allows a multidisciplinary approach to care. Many groups are involved in Project ARK, including St. Louis Children’s Hospital at Washington University, Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital at St. Louis University, a number of primary care providers, the adolescent program at the Family Health Center, the Helena Hatch Special HIV Care Center for Women at Washington University, and community HIV service providers. Kim Donica, LCSW, is the Executive Director and oversees administration of the center.

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Preparing for Study Abroad

Fulfill all pre-departure requirements and learn about health and safety abroad. Research your host country and culture and consider how aspects of your identity may be perceived.

You are about to begin what will likely be one of the most exciting challenges of your life. It is not too early to start thinking about the steps you need to take before you depart.

Online Pre-Departure Forms

After being accepted to a program you must log in to your  Study Abroad Portal  and complete all post-decision requirements by the stated deadline.

You must disclose any accommodations, health, counseling, and dietary needs and history well in advance of the program start date to Overseas Programs and to your program provider so that proper support and care can be arranged for your time. If you have physical or learning disabilities, confirm whether the host institution can offer accommodations.

Complete Study Abroad 101

 This course is required for all students studying abroad on summer, semester, or academic-year programs. Students must register themselves for L99 101.  All required pre-departure briefings and relevant seminars and country meetings are outlined in the Study Abroad 101 Schedule/Syllabus, which can be accessed through Canvas.

Read Handbooks

Read the Overseas Programs Handbook before you leave to learn about Washington University policies, procedures, and services. There may also be program-specific handbooks students are required to read.

Obtain Passport & Visa

Passport | All study abroad participants must have a passport that is valid for six months beyond the end date of the study abroad program. Refer to the  U.S. Department of State  for more information about the application process for U.S. passports. Apply early for your passport, as it may take up to six weeks to process your application or renewal.

Visa | For many study abroad programs, students must obtain a visa from the host country granting official permission to enter.  Visa requirements depend on the laws of the country to which you travel and can be influenced by the length of time abroad, your country of citizenship, and other factors. Specific visa information for your program will be provided during Study Abroad 101 or by your program provider. You may also check with the host country’s consulate for specific information.

Passport photos  are available through Harvey Media Center.

Non-US citizens must have a valid passport from their own country and must comply with the visa requirements applicable to citizens of that country.

Travel Plans

Wait until dates have been confirmed AND you have been admitted to the program before buying plane tickets. Some programs may have activities that occur before or after the host institution dates.

Health and Safety Preparation

Health preparation.

Your well-being is the most important factor to consider while you are abroad. It is important to evaluate your health needs as you research programs and destinations of interest to you. Investigate the host culture and the climate in the area of the program you are considering keeping in mind any conditions such as asthma and allergies. Even if a health issue is currently under control, symptoms may reappear while studying abroad. Make sure to visit your health care providers and have a conversation before you go.

CDC Country Health Profiles

The  CDC  provides general traveler health guidance, as well as  Destination Specific information  on its website. This includes tips on what to pack, information about vaccines and medications, and travel notices about current health issues related to specific countries.

Consult with Medical Practitioners

In order to be medically prepared to participate in your study abroad program, consult with your health care providers.  Visit a physician, your counselor, or a travel clinic. Make sure you have the recommended vaccinations and have researched the availability of health services in the host country. If you take any regular medications, consult with your physician and insurance company and check customs policies on prescription medication in your destination to ensure that you have access to an adequate supply for the duration of the program.

Washington University  Student Health Services  offers care to students who are traveling abroad, including physical exams, advice, and immunizations as needed. Before you travel, schedule a travel medicine appointment to make sure you are prepared for your trip.

GeoBlue Health Insurance

To best meet the medical needs of those who study abroad, Washington University requires that all WUSTL-approved study abroad students have health insurance from GeoBlue, a leading provider of international health insurance. Refer to the  GeoBlue Student Member Guide .

Semester | Students studying abroad in academic year or semester programs will be automatically enrolled.

Summer | Students participating in Washington University-approved study abroad programs will be automatically enrolled.  Only those students participating in Washington University-approved programs that require and facilitate enrollment in a comparable international health insurance plan will be exempt from enrollment in the GeoBlue plan. Students should refer to specific instructions provided through the study abroad application portal.

The GeoBlue Study Abroad Basic Accident and Sickness Insurance Plan is a comprehensive insurance plan providing $250,000 in medical coverage with no deductibles.  Please note, however, that GeoBlue coverage is a supplement to the student’s existing health insurance plan.  It is not valid within the United States and does not meet the University’s requirements for student health insurance. Students are encouraged to research potential health needs prior to departure through  GeoBlue's Student Portal . The portal provides lists of contracted hospitals, doctors, dentists, pharmacies and translations services by location.

Safety Preparation

The safety and well-being of students studying abroad is of paramount importance.  While we cannot guarantee students’ safety and security abroad, Overseas Programs takes all reasonable steps to help students be safe during their program. We monitor international events, are in contact with coordinators and staff in the host countries, and evaluate and respond to each situation or incident on a case-by-case basis. We are able and willing to close or cancel a program, but our experience has been that this is seldom necessary.

It is important to remember that students play the most important part in ensuring their safety while abroad.  Take every precaution necessary to stay safe and happy during your study abroad program. Start by reading the Overseas Program Handbook for tips on staying safe while abroad. Before you leave the United States, you should also make use of the following resources to prepare:

Department of State Country Profiles

Become familiar with and check routinely the  U.S. State Department website  for students abroad and the  Study Abroad Department of State website . The Department of State also provides information on every country in the world in their  Country Profiles . For each country, you will find information including the location of the U.S. embassy and any consular offices, visa information, crime and security information, health and medical conditions, drug penalties, and localized hot spots. This is a good place to start learning about where you are going.

Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)

Sign up for the U.S. Department of State  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)  to receive travel safety advisories and enter information about your upcoming trip abroad.  This is a free service provided to U.S. citizens who are traveling to, or living in, a foreign country and will enable the Department of State to better assist you in case of an emergency in the United States or host country.

International SOS Emergency Assistance Plan and MyTrips

All WUSTL students are covered at no extra cost by an International SOS Emergency Service Plan which provides international security and travel assistance.  Please note this is an assistance program, NOT health insurance, and is meant to be used in tandem with existing health insurance.  Students may access ISOS resources by logging into the  ISOS Website  using WUSTL's membership number 11BSGC000032.  Additionally, all university-related travel outside the U.S. is required to be registered in  MyTrips .  The registry allows us to better assist students in emergencies or times of crisis while abroad.

See the  Overseas Programs Study Abroad Handbook  for more information on International SOS and safety precautions.

Identity and Diversity

Overseas Programs is committed to extending the benefits of international education experience to all students. If you are concerned about how you will be perceived while studying abroad, please discuss your concerns with your Overseas Programs advisor.

Reflect on Your Identity

Diversity is contextual. Wherever you study abroad, you will be perceived differently. Societal attitudes toward gender, sexual orientation, race, language, ethnicity, religion, and disabilities are cultural constructs. As such, these can vary considerably across cultures and impact how aspects of your identity are perceived. As you explore your study abroad options, you'll want to reflect on how you define your salient identity/identities and how you may be perceived and treated in your host country.

When considering a study abroad destination, it is important to question the comfort, flexibility, and transparency of your salient identity or identities in your potential host country.

Some questions to consider may include:

• What are the laws surrounding my identity/identities in my host country?
• What are the attitudes toward my identity/identities in my host country?
• Are there norms and behavioral expectations for my identity/identities in this country?
• What resources are available in my host country? Are there any publications, online resources, establishments, and/or centers?
• How willing are you to flex your clothing choices?
• What kind of healthcare access might you need?

Learn about Host Country's Social Norms

We encourage you to research social norms, cultural mores, and local practices before your program begins. Familiarizing yourself with the host country will ease your transition and allow you to prepare for how aspects of your identity may be perceived while studying abroad. When doing this, remember that your fellow Washington University students are an excellent resource. If you are considering studying in a particular place, talk to Washington University students who are from the country or have already studied there.

Identity and Diversity Resources

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Disabilities Abroad

US Department of State - LGBTI travel Information

LGBTQIA Abroad

NAFSA Rainbow Group

International lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and intersex association, national center for transgender equality, tsa information for transgender passengers, diversity resources from all abroad.

Race and Ethnicity Abroad

IES Abroad Country-specific Diversity Resources

Diversity abroad - religion.

Religion Abroad

US State Dept Religious Freedom Information

Additional links to religious and spiritual groups abroad, washu center for diversity and inclusion.

WashU Resources

LGBTQIA Campus Life at WashU

Washu disability resources, religious life at washu.

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The Student Health Services team  provides students at Washington University School of Medicine with efficient, accessible, high-quality medical care, without undue financial burden, in order to prevent and treat health problems that may interfere with a student’s educational and professional goals while attending WUSM. The Student Health Service is the primary resource for all your health care needs. We are conveniently located on campus .  We provide a full range of primary care medical services, mental health services, and health promotion and wellness services. Our clinical staff consists of physicians, nurse practitioner, nurses, psychologists, and administrative staff. At Student Health Services, our team is dedicated to fostering a supportive environment where every student’s health and well-being are prioritized, ensuring they can thrive academically and professionally at Washington University School of Medicine. Please call (314) 362-3523 to schedule an  appointment .

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Many WashU students spend time abroad during their course of study. If you are a student traveling individually, not as part of a group, take time before your trip to review university policies, restrictions, and tools to keep you safe.

Travel Safety Memo – Israel-Gaza Conflict

Due to the ongoing violence in Israel and Gaza, please note the following: The university has added Israel, The West Bank, and Gaza to the ITOC Travel Suspension Conditions list.

Travel checklist

Required steps.

• Read the WashU International Travel Policy for student trips.
• If there are suspension conditions but you’d still like to pursue travel there, you may file a petition for exception for ITOC to grant permission if you are a graduate or professional student.
• Review the list of restricted countries where embargo and sanction programs restrict transactions.
• Review Export Control concerns and policies for international travelers.

Related Policies and Guidance

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Additional resources

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• Register your travel using MyTrips International Travel Registry .
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• Print a membership card once you log in and keep it handy.
• Review Summary of WashU Global Health and Travel Assistance Services .
• Review Export Control concerns and technology considerations for international travelers.
• U.S. citizens or green card holders can register with local U.S. Embassies through the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) .
• View U.S. Department of State  travel warnings .
• Some immunizations require a series of immunizations before achieving immunity. Contact  Student Health Services  as soon as you know you will be traveling abroad.
• Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months after your planned return. Check the consulate of the country you are visiting to determine whether you need to obtain a visa to enter the country. Visa requirements vary depending on your citizenship, purpose, and duration of your stay in the country.
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Hall Health Travel Clinic University of Washington Box 354410 Seattle, WA 98195 Tel (206) 685-1060 Fax (206) 616-6652

Email: [email protected] Appointments: (206) 616-2495

Services to be obtained during your travel consultation:

· Trip risk assessment · Immunizations · Malaria prophylaxis · Anti-diarrheals · HIV post-exposure prophylaxis · International Certificate of Vaccination · Documentation of services obtained during your clinic visit

Standard Hall Health Travel Clinic visit fee:

· Individual: $65-$70 · Two or more people seen at the same time, same itinerary: $45.00 per person

Standard vaccine injection administration fee (in addition to the cost of the vaccine dose):

· First shot: $15.00 · Each additional shot received during the same appointment: $6.00

Vaccine costs:

· Tetanus/Diphtheria booster = 1 dose ($20.00) · Inactivated Polio vaccine booster = 1 dose ($41.00) · Varicella vaccine primary series (adult) = 2 doses ($70.00 each) · Hepatitis A vaccine primary series = 2 doses ($40.00 each) · Hepatitis B vaccine primary series = 3 doses ($45.00 each; special public health acquisition contract) · Hepatitis A + B vaccine primary series = 3 doses ($80.00 each) · Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide vaccine primary series or booster = 1 dose ($60.00) · Oral Typhoid Vaccine primary series or booster = 4 capsules ($49.00 through Hall Health Pharmacy) · Yellow Fever vaccine primary series or booster = 1 dose ($85.00) · Meningococcal A,C,Y,W-135 vaccine primary series or booster = 1 dose ($90.00) · Rabies HDCV vaccine or PCEC vaccine primary series = 3 doses ($200.00 each) · Rabies HDCV vaccine or PCEC vaccine booster only = 1 dose ($200.00) · Japanese encephalitis vaccine (endemic Asian areas) primary series = 3 doses ($110.00 each) · Japanese encephalitis vaccine (endemic Asian areas) booster only = 1dose ($110.00) Hall Health Travel Clinic makes every effort to obtain the required vaccines at the best price. However, prices may vary depending on availability and cost of vaccines.

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For appointments call 314-454-6050

The Washington University specialists in Pediatric Infectious Diseases provide consultation in the diagnosis and management of infectious diseases in children – especially rare or difficult to treat infections, including HIV/AIDS.

Conditions treated in children include:

• Common and uncommon infectious diseases or disorders such as fever of unknown origin, recurrent infections, or rashes of unknown type
• Bacterial infections of bones, joints, lungs, lymph nodes, brain, and skin
• Infectious disease complications of other underlying problems
• Management of recurrent MRSA infections
• Lyme Disease

Other Clinical Services

Project A.R.K. (AIDS/HIV Resources and Knowledge) Project A.R.K. provides for the medical, psychosocial and educational needs of HIV-infected children and their families living in the bi-state region (eastern Missouri and southern Illinois).

Ortho ID Clinic This clinic treats children with infections of bones, joints, or muscles.  In the  Ortho/ID clinic , patients receive one-stop care from their Infectious Diseases physician and Orthopedics surgeon or nurse practitioner. 

Travel Clinic The  travel clinic  will provide pre- and post-travel consultations for any person traveling for work, leisure, volunteering or studying abroad.

International Adoption Clinic The International Adoption Clinic  is a resource for newly adopted children to receive a thorough screening for infectious diseases and a review of vaccination needs. The children also receive developmental/neurologic evaluations, hearing assessments, and occupational and physical therapy referrals, as needed. 

Alexis M. Elward, MD

Infectious Diseases Pediatric Infectious Diseases

Locations: St. Louis Children’s Hospital

Evan Facer, DO

Locations: St. Louis Children’s Hospital St. Louis Children’s Specialty Care Center – West County St. Louis Children’s Specialty Care Center – South County

Stephanie A. Fritz, MD

Michelle A. Gill, MD, PhD

Infectious Diseases Pediatric Infectious Diseases Pediatrics

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Andrew Janowski, MD

Carol M. Kao, MD

Celeste Morley, MD, PhD

Rachel C. Orscheln, MD

Anthony W. Orvedahl, MD, PhD

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• Ear, Nose & Throat (Otolaryngology)
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Infectious Disease Clinic at UW Medical Center - Northwest

Make an appointment, clinic hours.

If at any point your symptoms worsen or you feel like you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or proceed to the nearest emergency room.

Seth A. Cohen M.D., M.S.

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William F. Ehni M.D.

Margaret L. Green M.D., M.P.H.

Nandita S. Mani M.D.

Services available at this location include:.

• Bloodstream infection care
• Bone and joint infection care
• Fungal infection care
• Hepatitis B and C care
• Hospital acquired infection care
• Infectious diseases
• Sexually transmitted infection (STI) care
• Skin and soft tissue infection care
• Surgical infection care
• Travel-related infection care
• Tuberculosis care

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Full-spectrum infectious disease and travel care at uw medical center - northwest.

Infectious Disease Clinic at UW Medical Center - Northwest provides inpatient and outpatient consultations along with leading-edge diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of infections.

You may be referred to our clinic when an infection is difficult to diagnose, does not initially respond to treatment or requires specialized or intravenous therapy. Conditions we routinely treat include hepatitis B and C, HIV, endocarditis, osteomyelitis, hospital acquired infections, fungal infections, tuberculosis, cellulitis, sexually transmitted infections, surgical infections and travel-related illness.

Our physicians are board-certified in infectious disease, internal medicine and pediatrics, and we routinely see children for travel-related visits. We require referrals from primary care providers and specialists for new patients.

Driving Directions:

• From I-5, take exit 173
• Turn west on Northgate Way
• At Meridian Avenue North, turn right (north)
• Take the first left onto 115th Street
• The main hospital entrance is on the right - note the North Entrance is inside campus.

The North Entrance is open every day from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. If you need to enter the hospital after regular hours, please use the emergency room entrance. For directions to a specific building on campus, please see the campus map below.

For your convenience, Metro Route 345 provides direct campus service, dropping patients and visitors off at the entrance to the main tower on the main hospital campus. For more information about other routes and service to UW Medical Center - Northwest, please visit the Metro Transit website.

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• UW Medical Center - Northwest 1550 N. 115th Street Seattle, WA 98133-9733 Main Hospital Number: 206.364.0500 Toll Free: 877-NWH-HOSP (877.694.4677)
• Northwest Outpatient Medical Center 10330 Meridian Ave. North Seattle, WA 98133-9733

The parking program at UW Medical Center - Northwest was introduced to make parking both faster and more accessible to our patients and visitors. The program helps ensure patients and visitors will find parking on campus that is convenient to their hospital destination.

Parking kiosks at the main entrance make it easy to ask for directions and provide an additional level of security at the hospital.

Visitor and patient parking on the UW Medical Center - Northwest campuses is inexpensive. There is no charge for visitors who drive on campus to drop off or pick up family and friends (a grace period of 30 minutes or less is allowed). For those who are on campus for scheduled appointments or who will be visiting for longer periods of time, the rates below apply.

Some physician offices and clinics provide validation at no charge. Please check with your physician or clinic directly before arriving on campus to see if they validate parking. The following are the current rates for parking on the main UW Medical Center - Northwest campus and the Northwest Outpatient Medical Center.

These rates are effective 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. on weekdays on the main hospital campus and from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Northwest Outpatient Medical Center. Weekends are free on both campuses.

Husky Health provides comprehensive pre-travel health services to the UW community, in person and via telemedicine.

Planning Your Travel-related Care

Travel plans are complicated under the best of circumstances, and this is dramatically increased when factoring in international travel with specific health restrictions, vaccination requirements, and ever-evolving public health conditions.

Be absolutely sure to schedule an appointment well in advance of your travel! Due to ongoing impacts of the global COVID-19 pandemic, it may not be possible to secure an appointment at the last minute. Also, it does take time and planning to develop and implement a proper pre-travel plan.

You may wish to begin the process up to 8-10 weeks before your intended departure date. For example, if your travel begins in June, it could be wise to contact Husky Health sometime in March or April. In any event, we will always do our best with the available time to help you prepare for your trip. 

Travel Health Links

• UW Global Travelers (faculty, staff and students)
• UW Study Abroad

UW International Emergency Assistance

• UW International Travel Registry
• UW Insurance for Global Travelers

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Phone 206-685-1011

Email [email protected]

Address 4060 E. Stevens Way Northeast Campus Box 354410

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How to Get Started

Step 1: schedule an appointment.

The starting point for your travel-related care is to make an appointment at Husky Health. Be sure to leave ample time before your departure date in order to take best advantage of these services. 

New Husky Health Patients

• First, contact your insurance carrier to confirm whether your insurance covers travel-related medical care and prescriptions.
• If you have never been seen at Husky Health Center, schedule an appointment with a primary care provider. Schedule an appointment with us by calling 206-685-1011. 
• Review our insurance and billing information .

Returning Husky Health Patients

• Schedule an appointment by calling 206-685-1011, or schedule online using MyChart .
• Contact your provider directly through  MyChart .

Step 2: Prepare for Your Trip

Husky health travel services.

Once your appointment(s) are scheduled, the Husky Health Travel Medicine team will help you develop an individualized plan based on your needs and your destinations. Our travel services include:

• Pre-travel assessments 4-6 weeks before departure that include country-by-country analysis of your itinerary, anticipated activities, and review of previous immunizations to develop an individualized plan.
• Travel-related immunizations on site (including yellow fever, Japanese encephalitis, rabies, and typhoid).
• Pharmacy on site for travel medications.
• Advice on malaria prophylaxis and options for anti-malaria medications.
• Information and medications to help prevent and/or treat illness and injury, such as traveler’s diarrhea and acute mountain sickness (AMS).

Resources for a Safe and Enjoyable Trip

In addition to our in-person consultations, it will be important for travelers to be educated and up-to-speed about general travel health issues, as well as specific challenges that you may encounter. Here are printable handouts addressing some of the most common problems that travelers face: 

• Traveler’s Diarrhea
• Insurance for Travel
• Insect Bite Prevention
• Acute Mountain Sickness
• Dengue, Chikungunya and Zika
• Traveler Safety & Med Kit

In addition, please review the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) below. If you have other questions, or to set up an appointment, call 206-685-1011 during our regular business hours.

Support While Abroad

UW students, faculty and staff who are traveling overseas can get help during a medical emergency by calling the  UW Global Emergency Line  at 001-206-632-0153 or by emailing  [email protected] . Students can purchase CISI travel insurance and can contact CISI at 1-888-331-8310 (toll-free) or 1-240-330-1414 (accepts collect calls). NOTE: Husky Health services are not available remotely.

Post-Travel Services

Established Husky Health Travel Medicine patients who are experiencing acute travel-related illness or injury after a trip can call 206-685-1011 for a consultation or appointment. 

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

Do you provide immunizations.

Husky Health Center offers the following vaccines by appointment only. Diagnosis codes are provided so that you can determine whether your health insurance provides coverage.

NOTE: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides the most up-to-date information on vaccines. The Immunization Action Coalition is also a reliable resource.

What happens during a pre-travel consultation?

During a typical Husky Health pre-travel consultation, the following issues related to type of travel and destination are discussed.

Altitude illness We will provide a comprehensive discussion of prevention of acute mountain sickness (AMS). This includes a prescription for preventative medications, such as acetazolamide (diamox). We also discuss prevention and treatment of high altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE) and high altitude cerebral edema (HACE).

Blood clot prevention We engage in a detailed discussion of methods to prevent blood clots due to travel.

Diarrhea We provide advice about prevention and treatment of traveler’s diarrhea. You’ll receive a prescription for antibiotics for self treatment of diarrhea if needed.

Immunizations We will conduct a comprehensive review of immunizations needed for travel. This includes travel-specific vaccines (yellow fever, typhoid) and general vaccine updates (tetanus, influenza).

Insect precautions We will discuss appropriate skin, clothing and mosquito net protection.

Jet lag (sleep disturbance) You’ll learn about prevention of jet lag, as well as prescription self treatment at your destination.

Malaria prophylaxis We’ll give you detailed information about appropriate medications for prevention of malaria. This is based on current information about resistance to malaria worldwide and current incidence data.

Medical kit We’ll review appropriate medical supplies for international travel.

Motion sickness We discuss medications for prevention and treatment of motion sickness.

Water purification We’ll talk about safe water sources, as well as methods for water purification.

How do I prepare for my trip?

Schedule 4-6 weeks before you travel Because several weeks may be required to complete a needed vaccine series, we recommend you come in for the initial appointment at least 4-6 weeks before your departure date. You should call for an appointment two weeks before that, if possible. If this is not possible, we will meet your travel health needs as completely as the time we have allows.

Pre-appointment checklist

• If this is your first visit to Husky Health Center, please read about insurance and billing .
• If your medical insurance plan covers travel medicine (which only a few do) please bring your insurance card to the appointment check-in. If you do not have coverage, you will be asked to pay at the time of the appointment with a check, credit, or debit card.
• Please remember to bring your record of past immunizations, this is very important as it helps us recommend immunizations for your travel.
• Fill out our Travel Planning Questionnaire and bring it with you to your appointment.
• At the time of your appointment, check in at the first floor for every visit.

Countdown to your trip

9-12 weeks prior to departure

• Update passport and foreign visa applications
• Check into health insurance coverage requirements for overseas medical care
• Purchase medical evacuation insurance 6-8 weeks prior to departure
• Schedule a travel consultation
• Receive routine and travel-related immunizations, travel prescriptions, update medical records
• Receive prescriptions (travel and routine) from pharmacy 1-2 weeks prior to departure
• Organize travel documents and emergency contact list
• Finalize travel health kit and prescription medications for travel

What web and phone travel do you recommend?

Travel health

• CDC: Travelers’ Health – Up-to-date and detailed information for the international traveler
• CDC: Traveling Students – Prepare for a safe and healthy study abroad experience by following CDC’s travel health tips for students.
• U.S. Customs and Border Protection – Contains alerts, frequently asked questions, and more.

UW staff and students

• UW Study Abroad Insurance – UW students engaged in educational activities abroad – including study, research, internships or community engagement – are required to purchase UW Student Abroad Insurance.
• UW International Emergency Assistance – Help for UW staff and students

Important phone numbers for UW students, faculty and staff

• Cultural Insurance Services International (UW Study Abroad Insurance) – 001-800-303-8120
• UW Global Emergency Line – 001-206-632-0153
• UW Global Health Resource Center – 001-206-685-7362
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) – 001-800-232-3646

Infectious diseases

• WHO: Disease Outbreak News – Epidemic and Pandemic Alert and Response (EPR)
• International Society of Travel Medicine (ISTM) – Promoting healthy travel worldwide

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Learn how to protect yourself from insect-borne disease.

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Call if you have concerns about campus safety.

Husky HelpLine (24/7 Mental Health Support): 206.616.7777

• 24-hour crisis line supported through Telus (formally MySSP) to give students access to same-day, confidential mental health and crisis intervention support, and in multiple languages.
• Open 24/7. Online chat via Telus website . You contact them to request a consultation with a counselor and they call you back the same day.

Crisis Connections (Seattle-area mental health support): 866.427.4747

• 24-hour crisis line for people in the Seattle area. Call if you have concerns about urgent on- of off-campus mental health needs.

On-campus support

Husky Health 206.543.5030 Husky Health Center

Counseling Center 206.543.1240 401 Schmitz Hall

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Travel Information

Getting to pullman, pullman/moscow airport.

The  Pullman/Moscow Airport (PUW) is just two miles from campus. You can grab a taxi or rent a car from there. 

The City of Pullman is also trialing a bus route dedicated to servicing arrivals and departures (excluding Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Years Day). If you are going directly to a campus tour or event, get off at the Flag Lane stop. If you are staying at the Courtyard or Residence Inn on campus, get off at the Outdoor Recreation Center stop.

Lewiston Regional Airport

 The  Lewiston Regional Airport (LWS) is about 45 minutes away from Pullman and is located in Lewiston, ID. Transportation options include the LWS airport shuttle for Moscow/Pullman and several rental car options.

Spokane International Airport

  Spokane International Airport (GEG), which is about 90 minutes from Pullman, is serviced by most major airlines. You can take the Wheatland Express bus to Pullman or rent a car at the airport.

By Ground Transportation

The Wheatland Express bus route passes through Pullman. The main bus stops are the Residence Inn by Marriott (less than a mile from tour and event start locations) and the French Admin-Lighty Student Services Building (where daily campus tours leave from). To get around Pullman, you can rent a car or hop on one of the Pullman Transit buses for a small fee.

WSU is about 90 minutes from Spokane, five hours from Seattle, and six hours from Portland. When you arrive in town, you can grab a campus parking pass or hop on a Pullman Transit bus and head for campus.

If you are traveling to campus in the winter, we recommend checking road and mountain pass conditions before heading to campus.

Daily permits can be purchased online at our  Service Center , at the  Transportation Services building,  or at the  Brelsford WSU Visitor Center  in downtown Pullman. The recommended parking location for your visit will be included in your pre-arrival emails.

College Cabs : 855-829-4487 Lyft Moscow Taxi : 208-892-4544 Pullman Taxi : 509-339-9998 Uber

Overnight Accommodations

Options in Pullman fill quickly during event weekends and, while we encourage families to make necessary overnight accommodations early, we do not recommend making non-refundable reservations until your space for a tour or event has been confirmed.

You can find useful overnight accommodation information at the  Brelsford WSU Visitor Center  website or in the  Pullman Chamber of Commerce  weekly status report. Below are some hotels in the Pullman-Moscow area:

• Courtyard by Marriott | 1295 NE Fairway Rd Pullman, WA (on-campus)
• Residence Inn by Marriott | 1255 NE Fairway Rd Pullman, WA (on-campus)
• Quality Inn Paradise Creek | 1400 SE Bishop Blvd Pullman, WA (1 mile to campus)
• Hotel McCoy | 455 SE Paradise St Pullman, WA (1 mile to campus)
• Hampton Inn Pullman | 1190 SE Bishop Blvd Pullman, WA (1.5 miles to campus)
• Coast Hilltop Inn | 928 Northwest Olsen St Pullman, WA (2 miles to campus)
• La Quinta Inn and Suites | 185 Warbonnet Dr Moscow, ID (7.6 miles to campus)
• University Inn Best Western | 1516 Pullman Rd Moscow, ID (8 miles to campus)
• Best Western Wheatland Inn | 701 Main St Colfax, WA (17.5 miles to campus)

Make the Most of Your Trip

One of the best ways to enhance your understanding of WSU is to immerse yourself in the Coug community while you’re here. Pullman has so much to offer students and visitors year round.

Please note: Project Downtown Pullman is underway and we are very excited about the people-centric design and increased accessibility it will bring our community. Businesses and restaurants are open during construction for you to enjoy during your visit.

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Located in the hills of Eastern Washington, the WSU Pullman campus is easier to access than you may think:

• 5-hour drive from Seattle
• 1-hour flight from Seattle to the Pullman-Moscow Airport
• 1-hour flight from Portland to Spokane
• 3 airports within a 90-minute drive, located in Pullman, Lewiston, and Spokane

Will I need a car living in Pullman?

For many people, the answer is no. There’s a very efficient transit system to and from campus. It’s free for faculty, staff, and students. (Others can pay per ride or purchase a pass inexpensively.) Most students who bring cars to campus find that using the transit system is more convenient. They leave their cars parked most of the semester.

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Buses and shuttle vans

Ride sharing, accessible transportation options, safe nighttime transit.

Don’t want to walk home alone at night? Cougar Safe Rides offers WSU students and community members free rides within Pullman city limits. Call WSU-267-SAFE.

Around town and around campus

Pullman Transit buses are free for students, staff, and faculty. Flash your Cougar Card to ride to nearby destinations on and off campus.

To and from Spokane International Airport

The Starline Collection (formerly Wheatland Express) offers a fee-based seasonal charter shuttle service  to  Spokane International Airport (GEG).

To and from Seattle

The Starline Collection (formerly Wheatland Express) provides charter bus services to and from the greater Seattle area during university vacations  (Thanksgiving, winter, and spring breaks) and holiday weekends (Labor Day and Veteran’s Day).

To and from Lewiston Nez Perce County Regional Airport

The Lewiston Nez Perce County Regional Airport (LWS) offers a fee-based shuttle service  to and from the LWS airport for WSU students, staff, and faculty with required boarding passes.

Park free during the day at a Park and Ride lot in the area and then catch a Pullman Transit bus from the lot to campus. The University coordinates vanpools to and from these communities:

• Colfax/Steptoe
• Lewiston/Clarkston Valley

Commuting from Spokane? Use Spokane Transit’s CommuteFinderNW to find a carpool or vanpool.

Rental cars

Vehicle rentals are available from four Pullman-Moscow businesses:

Enterprise Rent-A-Car (Pullman)

Budget Car Rental (Pullman Moscow Regional Airport)

Avis (Pullman Moscow Regional Airport)

Hertz (Pullman Moscow Airport)

Taxi services

College Cabs : 855-829-4487, [email protected]

Pro Cab LLC : 509-338-0500, [email protected]

Pullman Taxi : 509-339-9998

Moscow Taxi : 208-892-4544

Commuting to campus by bike is another option. Covered and uncovered bike racks are available near building entrances across campus.

Electric Bike and Scooter Share Program

Spin  offers a fleet of ebikes and escooters on campus. Available to anyone and can be rented for a fee through the Spin app, which can be downloaded through the  App Store  and  Google Play .

Cougar Accessible Transportation Services

The CATS program offers accessible transportation to students with permanent or temporary mobility disabilities/conditions. Rides are scheduled on an individualized first-come, first-served basis. The program is powered by student fees.

On-campus parking

You need a permit to park on campus. Prices vary depending upon the type of parking permit you buy.

Just visiting?

You’ll need a visitor parking permit. Get yours for a nominal fee at the visitor center .

Campus parking map

Find zones where you can use your parking permit .

Home football game traffic and parking

On game days, expect detours and parking changes . Arrive early. Avoid traffic by using the free Game Day Park & Ride .

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PALOUSE SLEEP MEDICINE

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If you're struggling with sleep disorders like insomnia, restless leg syndrome, and sleep apnea , we can help. Treating sleep disorders is no different than treating any other medical problem. After a thorough consultation, patients who have clear indications for diagnostic sleep studies will be referred for an   overnight study,   followed by a personalized treatment plan. Recommendations may include medications prescribed by your physician, or non-drug approaches by a sleep psychologist. We strive to help you understand the nature and treatment of your sleep disorder, and partner closely with your primary care physician to provide a comprehensive ongoing treatment plan.  

Our   Sleep Center Lab   is part of an elite group of facilities that are nationally accredited with the   American Academy of Sleep Medicine.   Highly trained board-certified sleep specialists conduct sleep studies upon physician referral. 

Sleep services include clinical evaluation of all adult sleep disorders, including:

• Obstructive sleep apnea
• Central sleep apnea complicating congestive heart failure
• Restless leg syndrome
• Movement disorders of sleep
• Circadian rhythm disorders
• Shiftwork disorders

We also evaluate adolescent sleep disorders, including:

• Evaluation of snoring and pediatric sleep apnea
• Excessive daytime sleepiness
• Sleep schedule disorders in children and adolescents
• Childhood Insomnia
• Parasomnias: Sleep Walking, Night Terrors, Confusional Arousals, etc.

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Contracted Insurance Companies, PPO & HMO with Copays or Deductibles

Palouse Sleep Medicine is a preferred provider for the following companies:

• Blue Cross of Idaho
• Community Health Plan of Wash.
• Coordinated Care/Cenpatico
• First Choice Health Ntwk (FCHN)
• GEHA (Aetna)
• Group Health/Kaiser
• Health Net Federal Svcs (HNFS)
• ID Medicaid/Optum Idaho
• L&I/Crime Victims
• Medicare WA
• Molina Washington
• Regence of ID
• RR Medicare
• TriWest VAPC3
• United Healthcare (UHC Optum)
• WA Medicaid - Providerone

Non-Contracted or Other Insurance Carriers

We are willing to bill any insurance for you. However we are not contracted with all of the insurance companies. This means that you may be responsible for more of your bill.

Co-pays or co-insurance payments are expected at the time of service. We do expect some payment at each visit. For your convenience, we do take Master Card and Visa.

If you have questions regarding your bill, please call our billing office and they will be happy to help you.

Patients Without Insurance Coverage

We offer a 20% discount for patients that do not have insurance and pay their bill at the time of service. Payment plans are available if you are unable to pay in full.

840 SE Bishop Blvd, Ste 101 Pullman, WA 99163 Phone:   (509) 332-1163 Fax: (509) 332-6579

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Closed on Saturdays & Sundays

We ask that you give us three business days to process your prescription refill request.  In order to expedite your request, please contact your pharmacy to have them fax us a request. 

If you are in need of a hardcopy prescription, please call our office at   (509) 338-6000 . We can then notify you when this is ready for pick-up or we can mail it directly to your pharmacy.

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New Patient Information

You are welcome to call   509-338-6000   or   email us   to request an appointment. We will schedule your appointment as quickly as possible, sometimes we can even accommodate you on the same day.

What to Bring

• Please bring any written records of your medical history you may have.
• Bring your immunization records.
• Bring any medications you are currently using.
• Bring your insurance card. Insurance co-payments are expected at time of service. If you have no insurance, please contact us.

Our Provider

Philosophy of Care:

Core values of my medical practice include individualized, patient-focused care integrating physical and emotional well-being with compassion, empathy, and respect. I believe in forging genuine and unique relationships with patients, their families to gain an in-depth understanding of the complexity of their ailments with dignity and sensitivity to make informed health care decisions while valuing their core beliefs. I trust that open communication and effective listening to the patient's needs and desires are paramount in providing quality care. I wholeheartedly believe in making each patient feel important in my clinic and leaving a positive impact on their lives.

Personal Interests:

I would call myself a food enthusiast, as I love exploring food experiences including, trying new restaurants, diversifying my taste buds with different ethnic food. I have an innate curiosity to know about food origins and history. I would love to travel more in the future - Italy is on top of the list. I appreciate different cultures and experiences, and traveling is a way to feed that desire for me. I watch plenty of travel and food shows - favorites would include "Parts Unknown by Anthony Bourdain, Somebody feed Phil, Rick Stein's Journey to the Mediterranean and Greek islands." I also love to read books, mostly non-fiction nowadays, on mindfulness and Buddism. Fiction books that interest me are mostly thrillers, murder mysteries, and suspense novels. When I am not feeding my stomach or soul, I like to hike, walk and hit the gym for a spin class.

Why did you decide to pursue Sleep Medicine?

An innumerable amount of people in this world suffer from sleep disorders, affecting their health, relationships, longevity, and daily functioning. A negative sleep pattern arose during my internal medicine residency when I fueled my tired body with caffeine and quick naps. Compounded with the jet lag I experienced due to frequent travel, I became fascinated by my sleep cycles and the complexities of sleep disorders and was drawn to study them further. My own experience made me realize that quality sleep plays an essential role in the human body’s optimal functioning, and depriving the body of rest impacts one’s emotional and physical wellbeing. I sincerely believe that good health begins largely with good sleep. I am passionate about educating individuals on the importance of quality sleep as a prerequisite for a healthy life and eager to treat sleep disorders to help them achieve their optimal health.

Additional Information: 

Medical school - Kasturba Medical College, Manipal India Internal Medicine Residency - St Vincent's hospital, Worcester, MA Sleep Medicine fellowship - Boston Medical Center, Boston, MA Master of Science in Clinical Research Methods (MSCRM): Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana Committee: Transfusion committee- Internal medicine residency -St Vincent Hospital

Member: American Academy of Sleep Medicine

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Palouse sleep medicine.

• 825 SE Bishop Blvd., Ste. 201 Pullman, WA 99163
• Phone: (509) 338-6000  Fax: (509) 715-2127
• Referrals fax: (509) 715-2132
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Dr. Usha Nandhini is a dedicated, patient-focused doctor. Her attention to your wellbeing definitely makes you feel comfortable and in good hands at all times. Lisa Ormond

Dr. Nandhini was great at educating me, communicating and follow up. Connie Powell

Dr. Usha Nandhini at Palouse Sleep Medicine is great! She helped me identify what sleep issues I was having - sleep apnea. Right now all CPAPs are on back order and Dr. Nandhini has been great with giving me information to hold me over until I can get my machine. Thank you to the whole Palouse Sleep Medicine team! Morgan Jernigan

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