Student Orientation 2015
Student Health Services
Health Services Center
421 S. Campus Ave.
Oxford, OH 45056
513-529-3000
studenthealth@MiamiOH.edu
Student Health Services
Our Approach to Student Health & Wellbeing
Miami Health Services provides integrated,
holistic care that empowers students to be
their healthiest.
Student Health Services
Our Commitment to Excellence
Quality, effective, and efficient care delivered
in a compassionate, service-oriented manner
Student Health Services
Hours
• Consult website for current hours: MiamiOH.edu/health
• Miami Heath Services follows the class-session schedule
with hours Monday through Saturday.
• During summer and non-session times, the center generally
is open Monday through Friday.
Parking
• Campus Avenue Garage next to Health Services
• Ticket validated by staff with 90-minute waived
voucher upon discharge.
Student Health Services
Scheduling
• Online Appointment Scheduling via “MyChart” access:
mychart.trihealth.com
• Phone Appointment: (513) 529-3000
• Appointment Reminder Service
• Fee Policy for No-Shows
Student Health Services
Insurance
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Health insurance required for all full-time students
on Miami University’s Oxford Campus.
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Student insurance offered by Miami University
for 2015-2016 through Aetna.
Effective dates: August 1, 2015 - July 31, 2016.
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Annual cost for student insurance: $1,308.00
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If covered by health insurance, student must submit
waiver to avoid being charged for insurance offered
through Miami University via Aetna. Waiver available
at aetnastudenthealth.com/MiamiOH
Student Health Services
General Care
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Primary Care
Acute Episodic Care
Injury Care (sprains, strains, minor lacerations)
Wound Care (irrigations)
Immunizations, Travel Medicine
Gynecological and Women’s Health Services
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) Testing
Medical Follow-up: Eating disorders, Anxiety, Depression
Student Health Services: Staff
Physicians
• Deb Richardson, MD
An alumni of Wright State Medical School in Dayton, Dr. Richardson has cared
for students through Miami Health Services since 1990, focusing on general
medicine, illness, injury, and travel medicine. She completed her family practice
residency with St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center in Northern Kentucky.
• Susan Bantz, MD
An alumni of Miami University, Dr. Bantz has worked with Miami Health Services
since 2008, focusing on general medicine patients. She earned her medical
degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and completed
her family practice residency at Hinsdale Hospital in Illinois.
Student Health Services: Staff
Certified Nurse Practitioners
• Ms. Tammy Gustin, FNP
With Miami Health Services since 2002, Ms. Gustin earned her Bachelor of
Science in nursing at the University of Cincinnati and her Master of Science in
the family nurse practitioner program at Wright State University. She is Board
Certified in family practice and pediatrics. Ms. Gustin has particular experience
in women’s health and the medical management of eating disorders
• Ms. Sara Skolnick, FNP
With Miami Health Services since 2003, Ms. Skolnick specializes in women’s
gynecological health. Board certified, she received her Master of Science in
nursing from the University of Tennessee. In 2009, she was awarded the
Miami Pride award and in 2010 the Women's Leadership award
presented by the Miami Women's Center.
Student Health Services: Staff
Certified Nurse Practitioners
• Rebecca Petraglia, FNP
With Miami Health Services since 2012, Ms. Petraglia earned a
bachelor’s degree in athletic training (sports medicine) from Miami
University. Board certified, she received her Bachelor of Science in
nursing and a Master of Science in nursing in the Family Nurse
Practitioner program at the University of Cincinnati.
Ms. Petraglia holds additional certifications in TNCC (trauma nurse
core certified), ACLS (advanced cardiovascular life support) and
PALS (pediatric advanced life support).
Student Health Services: Staff
Certified Nurse Practitioners
• Marie Kehr, FNP
Ms. Kehr earned her undergraduate degree in nursing from
Anderson University in Illinois and her Master’s Degree in nursing
from the University of Cincinnati’s Family Practitioner’s Program.
She is board certified through ANCC. Marie has extensive experience
in retail health, women's health, family practice and urgent care.
• April Tenhunfeld, FNP
Ms. Tenhunfeld earned both her Bachelor of Science degree
and her Master of Science degree in nursing through Indiana
Wesleyan University. She has clinical experience in primary,
urgent and emergency care.
Student Health Services: Staff
Medical Directors
• Matt Birkle, MD
A Cincinnati native, Dr. Birkle worked his way through the University of Cincinnati as
a nursing assistant and EMT/firefighter. He completed medical school at Wright State
University School of Medicine in Dayton and his residency at Summa Health System
in Akron. Dr. Birkle also serves as medical director for TriHealth Priority Care.
• Doug Linz, MD
Dr. Linz completed medical school and his internal medicine residency at the
University of Michigan. Additionally, he served his occupational and environmental
medicine residency at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center. Dr. Linz also serves
as medical director of TriHealth’s Corporate Health division.
Student Health Services: Staff
Practice Manager
• Cyndi Traficant RN, BS,HCA – Practice Manager
Ms. Traficant has more than 35 years critical care nursing and hospital
administrative experience focused primarily in operations management.
Office Manager
• Karen Kammer
Ms. Kammer has helped serve the health needs of Miami University
students for the past 17-years as office manager of Miami Health Services
with prior experience in medical records management.
Student Health Services: Staff
Visiting On-Site Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy
• Matthew Daggy, MD
Dr. Daggy serves as director of Sports Medicine at Oxford’s McCullough-Hyde Memorial
Hospital . A graduate of Wright State University School of Medicine, Dr. Daggy completed
his residency with Bethesda Family Medicine and his fellowship with Bethesda Sports
Medicine in Cincinnati. He has worked extensively with high schools in the Cincinnati
area as well as with the Cincinnati Reds and Cincinnati Cyclones.
• Mark Cristell, DPT
Mark Cristell serves as director of Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation at McCullough-Hyde.
A graduate of Miami University, he completed his doctorate in physical therapy from
Chatham University in Pittsburgh and is a certified orthopedic specialist as well as
a manual training therapist.
Student Health Services: Staff
Clinical Team
• Registered Nurses
• Licensed Practical Nurses
• Medical Assistants
Additional Staff
• Laboratory Services
• Pharmacy Services (PhD-Level Pharmacist)
• Front Office/Administrative Team
Student Health Services
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Full-service hospital conveniently located near
Miami University campus in Oxford.
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Referral and access to medical specialties, including:
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Allergy & Asthma
Cardiology
Dermatology
ENT
Gastroenterology
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General Surgery
Gynecology & Obstetrics
Infectious Disease
Orthopedic & Sports Medicine
Student Health Services
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Full-service hospital in Hamilton conveniently located
near Miami University’s regional campuses.
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Referral and access to team of medical specialists.
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Cardiology
ENT
Gastroenterology
General Surgery
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Gynecology & Obstetrics
Orthopedics
Sleep Services
Student Health Services
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Full-service, community hospital in Hamilton located
near Miami University’s regional campuses.
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Referral and access to team of medical specialists.
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Cardiology
General Surgery
Gynecology & Obstetrics
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Orthopedics
Sleep Services
Student Health Services
Weekend & After-Hours Care
• McCullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital | TriHealth
24-Hour Emergency Department
• Bethesda Butler TriHealth Hospital
24-Hour Emergency Department
• Fort Hamilton Hospital | Kettering Health
24-Hour Emergency Department
• Ross Medical Urgent Care
Mon – Sun 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Urgent Care of Hamilton
Mon – Sun 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Student Health Services
Transportation
• BCRTA Route
• BCRTA Access Van (handicap accessible)
• McCullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital -- Sage Coach
(transportation to and from MHMH)
• Taxi Services in Oxford (24/7)
Student Health Services: Privacy
Protected by Governing Laws
• Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA)
• Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA)
Student Health Services: Website
MiamiOH.edu/health
• Portal to Immunization Record and PMH Form
• Portal to New Electronic Health Record (EPIC & My CHART)
• Portal to Aetna Student Health Waiver
• General Information & Resources
• Expert Reports on Communicable Disease
Student Health Services: Action Steps
Key Links for Assignments Due Immediately
• pyramed.com
Complete immunization record and medical history
• mychart.trihealth.com
Activate electronic medical record (EPIC) MyChart
• aetnastudenthealth.com/MiamiOH
Waive Aetna student insurance if not wanted
Student Health Services: Fall 2015
Current Vaccination Requirements
• All entering students under age 30 must provide dates of one of the following:
 Two vaccinations against measles (rubeola) after one year of age, or
 One vaccination against measles (rubeola) within five years, or
 Documentation of a measles titer indicating immunity.
• All international students from high-risk countries, as determined from
Center for Disease Control data, must demonstrate freedom from tuberculosis.
• The following immunizations are strongly recommended for all students:
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Tdap – within the past five years
Hepatitis B – series of three vaccinations
Varicella (chicken pox) – if not had the disease
Meningococcal Meningitis – one vaccination
Student Health Services: Fall 2016
Vaccination Requirement for 2016
• Mandatory Proof of Vaccination
- Physician Records
- School Records
- Laboratory Titers
- Accepted Reasons for Non-Vaccination
Student Health Services: Questions
For questions or concerns, please contact . . .
• Cyndi Traficant RN, BS,HCA – Practice Manager
513-529-3020 - cynthia_traficant@trihealth.com
• Karen Kammer – Office Manager
513-529-8119 - kammerkh@miamioh.edu
• Mike Curme, PhD – Dean of Students
513-529-1877 curmema@miamioh.edu
Student Health Services
Be assured that the health needs of Miami
University students are expertly supported
by the highly skilled, compassionate team
of Miami Health Services.