Administration

Harrison Health Center

The services of the Harrison Health Center are free of charge to all students regardless of whether they carry their own health insurance or use the one available through the college. Students must be covered by health insurance; for information on the policy available through the college, contact the Health Center.

Hours of Operation:
Monday/Wednesday/Thursday/Friday:
9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday:
Noon to 6:30 p.m.
24 hour nurse advice & triage:
AAMC-ask-a-nurse 443-481-4000

Medical staff:

Nancy Calabrese, MSN, CRNP
nancy.calabrese@sjca.edu

Lynda Turner, MSN, CRNP
lynda.turner@sjca.edu

S. David Krimins, M.D.

Phone 410-626-2553
Fax 410-626-2889

Three counselors, Judy Lazarus, Bernadette Zorio and Jerry Januszewski, are also on staff. Appointments can be made directly by students. The counselors makes appointments with the psychiatrist as necessary.

Announcements

Flu shots are available through January (no supply shortage).

Counseling

The Counseling Center at the Harrison health Center is a resource for students experiencing personal challenges adjusting to college life. Counselors are available by appointment each weekday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Crisis coverage is also provided after regular hours as needed. Services provided include personal counseling, alcohol and drug counseling, stress management, and referrals. All counseling is free of charge to undergraduate and graduate students and there is no limit on the number of sessions provided. Referrals may also be made to providers of specific services in the Annapolis community.

Counseling staff:

Jerry Januszewski, LCADC
410-972-4501

Judy Lazarus, LCSW-C
410-626-2552

Bernadette Zorio, RN, MSN, HTCP
410-626-2552


Location on Campus

Constructed in the shape of a Greek cross, the Health Center is designed to reside quietly by the Carroll-Barrister House. Hand-molded Oxford bricks from Pennsylvania match the coarseness of bricks in the Carroll Barrister house. The building is named for John T. harrison, class of 1907, and was given to the college by his widow. See a campus map...

Services and Procedures

  • We provide treatment of acute illnesses & injuries; monitoring of chronic illness; complete physical exams; and health maintenance and disease prevention.

  • We also provide contraception guidance and gynecologic services (pap/pelvic exams). We work in collaboration with physicians from annapolis oB/gYN associates.

  • We can perform certain laboratory procedures, order and interpret tests, prescribe, monitor and refill prescriptions.

  • We will update immunizations: meningitis, tetanus, flu, hepatitis a & B, and hpV vaccine (gardasil).

  • Seasonal Flu immunization is offered annually at no cost to students, and for a low fee to faculty and staff.

  • Health maintenance and disease prevention are very important to us. We provide information and help with alcohol/drug abuse, breast and testicular exams and smoking cessation.

  • Students will be referred to local sub specialists for consultation and treatment when required.

  • We maintain an association with the Anne Arundel Medical Center for emergency room needs and radiological or other necessary testing.

  • We practice safety, environment and infection control methods using state and federal guidelines.

  • If you are ill please report to the health Center early in the day. Students who come later in the day may have serious difficulties obtaining any needed referrals. If you have a health insurance (other than the college insurance) please bring your insurance card with you.

  • Strict confidentiality between healthcare provider and student are always maintained. We adhere to all HIPAA regulations.


How to stay healthy at St. John's College


Have adequate fluid intake and eat a balanced diet.

  • protein, fruits, vegetables
  • control carbohydrate intake
  • concentrate on complex carbohydrates (whole wheat products, bran cereals)
  • water is hydrating, caffeine and alcohol are dehydrating


Keep everything in balance.

  • remember your "bone health" – get some exercise and have adequate calcium in your diet
  • don't burn the candle at both ends – sleep!
  • practice safe sex
  • don't begin smoking; stop if you have
  • perform regular breast or testicular self exams


Guidelines for accessing medical care

To ensure continued optimal medical care for students the following are some guidelines to assist you in determining need for evaluation at the health Center.

Please report to the Health Center if you experience the following:

  • headache (especially the worst headache you've ever experienced), stiff neck, vision changes
  • upper respiratory symptoms: difficulty breathing, persistent fever, or cough
  • abdominal or pelvic pain
  • nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea lasting more than 24 hours
  • chest or calf pain
  • difficulty urinating: burning sensation, frequency problems, or low back pain
  • rash
  • enlarged lymph nodes in armpits, neck, or groin
  • any cut or skin condition which becomes red, hot to touch, or discharges pus

Men:

  • penile discharge
  • testicular mass, swelling, or pain
  • genital sores or rash

Women:

  • chest or calf pain especially if using oral contraceptives
  • abnormal vaginal discharge, genital sores, or rash
  • erratic or missed periods
  • breast mass or nipple discharge

These are meant to be guidelines. Do not hesitate to come to the Health Center with any health concerns. We are here to help you with all your healthcare needs.