Preventative & Wellness Services

The Cayuga Health at Ithaca College offers a range of services to help you stay healthy and take a proactive approach to your well-being. From routine physicals to immunizations and personalized health counseling, we’re here to support your overall health—on campus and beyond.

Comprehensive Physical Exams

Comprehensive physicals are full-body wellness evaluations intended to assess your general health. These are usually covered by insurance on a periodic schedule (e.g., annually) and typically do not involve a copayment .

These exams may include:

  • Review of personal and family medical history
  • Blood pressure, height, weight, and vision screening
  • Preventive lab work (as appropriate)
  • Mental health and lifestyle review
  • Discussion of vaccines, diet, sleep, and exercise
  • Counseling on health risks and long-term wellness goals

Ideal for students seeking a routine check-up, annual exam, or long-term health planning.

Administrative Physical Exams

Administrative physicals are targeted evaluations required for a specific purpose , such as:

  • Clinical placements or internships
  • Employment clearances
  • Sports participation
  • Program-specific requirements (e.g., study abroad, ROTC, graduate school applications)

These exams focus on health risks relevant to a specific activity or environment. They may require completion of outside paperwork or additional documentation.

Note: Administrative physical exams are not considered preventive care and are typically subject to a copayment or out-of-pocket cost , depending on your insurance plan.

Additional Preventative & Wellness Services
  • Immunizations (Flu, COVID-19, HPV, MMR, Hepatitis A & B, Tdap, meningitis, etc.)
  • Tuberculosis (TB) screening and clearance forms
  • Sexual and reproductive health screenings
  • Travel medicine consultations (see dedicated section)
  • Lifestyle counseling (nutrition, sleep, stress management)
  • Smoking and substance use counseling
  • Referrals for nutrition, physical therapy, or specialty care

Questions About What Type of Exam You Need?

Call us or message us through myICHealth and we’ll help clarify what’s required for your situation and any costs involved.

607-274-3177