Urgent Care Services (Faculty & Staff)

Cayuga Health at Ithaca College is pleased to announce a new pilot program for Spring 2026, offering convenient on-campus urgent care services to faculty and staff. Appointments are available during limited times during our normal operating hours.

Key Details

Faculty/Staff Appointment Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Please bring: 

  • Valid Driver's License or other form of government-issued photo ID
  • Valid insurance card

To Schedule and Appointment: Contact us at (607) 274-3177

Faculty and staff are strongly encouraged to check if their insurance plan participates with Cayuga Health at Ithaca College. Please visit this link to view our list of current participating insurance plans. If you have additional questions or need help determining insurance participation, contact our Health Insurance Navigator for assistance.

Conditions Appropriate for an Urgent Care Visit

Non‑life‑threatening concerns that should be evaluated within 24–48 hours.

Injuries

  • Sprains and strains
  • Minor cuts or lacerations (possible stitches)
  • Minor burns
  • Minor head injuries without loss of consciousness

Illnesses

  • Cold/flu symptoms
  • Sore throat, strep throat
  • Sinus infections
  • Ear infections
  • Pink eye
  • UTIs
  • Upper respiratory infections
  • Bronchitis
  • Mild vomiting/diarrhea
  • Skin infections (abscesses, cellulitis)
  • Rashes
  • Mild allergic reactions (no anaphylaxis)

Other

  • Fever without severe symptoms
  • Mild or moderate asthma flare‑ups
  • Animal or insect bites
  • Foreign body removal (ear, nose, superficial skin)

Conditions Not Appropriate for this Clinic

Some conditions require emergency care or a scheduled primary or specialty appointment.

Emergencies — Call 911 or go to the ER

  • Chest pain or pressure
  • Severe shortness of breath
  • Symptoms of stroke
  • Head injury with loss of consciousness or confusion
  • Severe abdominal pain
  • Suicidal thoughts or severe psychiatric symptoms

Chronic or Routine Care

  • Ongoing management of chronic illnesses (e.g., diabetes, hypertension)
  • Annual physicals or wellness exams
  • Medication refills for stable, long‑term conditions
  • Specialist referrals
  • Mental health therapy