Medications and Supplies

Medications

After an evaluation by one of our health care providers, certain prescription medications and many common over-the-counter medications can be dispensed to students. Students will be charged a small fee for most medications provided by Health Services.  These fees are less than or comparable to over-the-counter or co-pay prices (usually $5-$10). Students can pay by cash, Skid Card, or charge to their Student Account (tuition bill). 

We prescribe or dispense medications only to Skidmore students being seen at Health Services. 

For long-term medications, or if we do not carry the needed prescription, prescriptions can be sent to a local pharmacy. There are numerous pharmacies near campus, including a 24 hour-pharmacy (CVS on Congress Street in Saratoga). If you are having any difficulties obtaining a needed prescription, please let us know so that we can assist you.  

Supplies

We maintain a selection of medical supplies that can be purchased at a discounted rate, including splints and braces.Tick removers (O'Tom Tick Twisters, 2/package) are available for $5.00 at Health Services (removes ticks from humans, dogs, cats, and horses.) Payment options include cash, Skid Card, or Student Account (tuition bill). 

Students can also borrow the following from Health Services: 

• crutches 
• canes 
• electric heating pads 
• automatic blood pressure cuffs  
• nebulizer machines  

There is no fee for this service if you return the borrowed items within an agreed upon time period.