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University Health Center

Specialty Clinic

The UHC offers 9 areas of specialty services for students (Podiatry and Optometry are the only two specialties available for UNL faculty/staff). All Specialty Clinics are by appointment only

*Gynecology:

Thursdays
Staffed by a board certified gynecologist. Evaluation and treatment of:

  • Endometriosis
  • Follow up Abnormal Paps
  • Pelvic Pain
  • Ovarian Cysts
  • HPV
  • Irregular/Painful Periods
  • Infertility
  • Surgery at participating hospitals
*Orthopedics:

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
(Hours vary during summer. )
Staffed by board certified orthopedists. Evaluation and treatment of:

  • Fractures
  • Strains and Sprains
  • Knee and Shoulder Injuries
  • Orthopedic Surgery at participating hospitals
  • Surgical Follow-up
  • Application of casts/splints
*Neurology:

Wednesdays
Staffed by a board certified neurologist. Evaluation and treatment of:

  • Seizures
  • Severe Headaches
  • Paralysis
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Multiple Sclerosis
*Surgery
Thursdays
Staffed by a board certified surgeon. Evaluation and treatment of:
  • Hernias
  • Breast Lumps
  • Abdominal Pain, Pylonidal Cysts
  • Rectal Fissures
  • Post-op Surgery Care
  • Biopsies
  • Surgery at participting hospitals
*Ophthalmology
Every other Tuesday
Staffed by a board certified ophthalmologist. Evaluation and treatment of:
  • Corneal Abrasion
  • Corneal Ulcer
  • Eye Infections
  • Retinal Problems
  • Diabetic Complications
  • Vision Disturbances
Cufftherm
**Dermatology:

Monday, Tuesday, and Friday. (Days vary in summer)
Staffed three days per week by board certified dermatologists. Evaluation and treatment of:

  • Acne
  • Atypical rashes
  • Skin Cancer
  • Warts and Moles
  • Cysts
  • Skin Infections
  • Hair Loss
**Podiatry:

Wednesdays
Staffed by a podiatrist. Evaluation and treatment of:

  • Ingrown toenails
  • Orthotics
  • Heel Spurs
  • Foot Pain
  • Bunions, Corns, and Callus's Treatment
  • Toe-Nail Problems
**Optometry

Thursdays
Staffed every Thursday by a board certified doctor of Optometry. Services include:

  • Complete Eye Exams
  • Glaucoma Checks
  • Prescription for eye glasses
  • Contact lenses available on site and ordered
* Referral required ; ** Referral NOT required

The UHC specialists have their own practices in the Lincoln community and see UNL students on a regular basis at the UHC for reduced rates. The UHC also provides nursing services for allergy immunizations as well as an immunization and travel clinic.