Health Center Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where is the Student Health Center located?
   • Richardson Health Center is located in lower level of the Mabee Student Center. 
    
    
2. What hours is the Health Center open?
   • When school is in session, the Richardson Health Center's regular office hours are 12:00 p.m. (Noon) to 4:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday. 
    
    
3. What hours may I see a nurse?
   • RN hours are 12:00 p.m. (Noon) to 4:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday . 
    
    
4. Do I need an appointment?
   • No. However, appointments are recommended, but walk-ins are welcome. We see patients in the following order: emergencies, appointments, walk-ins. 
    
    
5. How do I make an appointment?
   • Call 417-626-1234 ext. 2360 during office hours or stop by the Health Center.  
    
    
6. What services are available?
   • Call or refer to Services link. All services are confidential.  
    
    
7. How do I get care after-hours, weekends and holidays?
   During hours when the Health Center is closed, students may go to:
   • Freeman Urgent Care: Joplin, 1130 East 32nd Street, (417) 347-2273 
   • Freeman Urgent Care: Webb City, 1010 South Madison, (417) 347-2273 
   • St John's Express Care, 1313 South Rangeline, (417) 623-2207 
   • Freeman Hospital emergency room, 1102 West 32, (417) 347-6656 
   • St. John's Hospital emergency room, 2727 McClelland, (417) 625-2300 
    
    
8. What do I do in case of emergency?
   • Dial 911 to request an ambulance 
    

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