Health and Wellness

Local Health Clinics and Resources:

The University of St. Thomas has a partnership with the University of Texas Health Services (UTHS), a comprehensive, high-quality medical facility located less than three miles from campus in the Houston Medical Center. Enrolled students may access medical care through UTHS. UTHS accepts most major insurance plans. Students should call UTHS to schedule an appointment at 713-500-3248 and must present a valid UST student identification card at the clinic upon arrival to receive services. UTHS is located at 7000 Fannin, Suite 1620, Houston, Texas 77030. www.uthealthservices.com. There are also several walk-in clinics available at local pharmacies within walking distance to the UST campus, along with several urgent care facilities within two miles of the UST campus.

There are also several walk–in clinics available at local pharmacies within walking distance to the UST campus, along with several urgent care facilities within two miles of the UST campus. See the UST webpage for more details or contact the Health Promotion & Wellness Office.

Nurse Health Line: Not feeling well? Not sure what to do? Call us and we’ll help you decide. Registered Nurses are available 24 hours/7 days. Call 713.338.7979

  • Speak with a nurse when you are uncertain about what to do about a particular health concern.
  • Get help with deciding where and when to go for treatment.
  • The service is free and available to all Harris County residents, regardless of whether you have insurance or a doctor.
  • Bilingual staff or interpreters will assist you.

The Nurse Health Line is funded by the 1115 Medicaid Waiver for the benefit of all Houstonians and is endorsed by the Houston Department of Health and Human Services.