Emergency / After-Hours
Student AppCard is REQUIRED for all services!
In the event of uncertainty regarding the severity of a health emergency, please call 911 without delay or proceed to the Emergency Room at Watauga Medical Center. For additional assistance, you may also contact Appalachian State University Police at (828) 262-8000.
Limited Service & Weekend Hours
During Limited Service and weekend hours, we primarily handle acute injuries or illnesses that cannot wait for regular clinic hours. Services are provided by registered nurses who may offer treatment or refer you to an on-call clinician, including MDs, PAs, or NPs. Please note that Laboratory, Radiology (X-Ray), and full Pharmacy services are not available during these times.
Fall/Spring Hours:
Semester Breaks: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Saturday/Sunday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location
M.S. Shook Student Health Service is on the 2nd floor of the Miles Annas Student Services Building, above the University Post Office. (University Map)
Telephone Nurse Service
For after-hours care, call (828) 262-3100 to speak with a Registered Nurse. For emergencies, dial 911.
Local Urgent Care Clinics
The following clinics are not affiliated with the University.
Boone, NC 28607
Phone: (828)265-7146
Fax: (828)265-7150
Hours of service are as follows:
- Monday-Friday: 8:00am - 8:00pm
- Saturday-Sunday: 8:00am - 4:00pm
- Holiday Hours: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Boone, NC 28607
Phone: (828)262-4100
Fax: (828)262-4169
Hours of service are as follows:
- Open 24 hours/day, 7 days/week
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