Information for New Students
School of Veterinary Medicine:
Medical Entrance Requirements
As of August 2008, the CDC has reissued a hold on rabies vaccine availability for pre-exposure prophylaxis for rabies. The requirement for rabies vaccination will be extended until vaccine can be obtained and a vaccination clinic can be held. More information is available on the CDC website about the rabies vaccine supply situation. The deadline for all other requirements remains September 1, 2008.
For your health and safety and for the safety of your colleagues and patients, the following vaccinations and screening procedures are required upon admission to the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine.
Student Health Services must receive all documentation by September 1, 2008. Those who fail to meet clearance prior to entry or upon arrival to campus are subject to holds on enrollment, classroom activity, and/or financial aid as determined by the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, Dean's Office.
Testing and Immunization can be very costly. We recommend that you obtain these through your current primary care or health orgainzation, rather than wait to obtain them on campus or in the Davis community. However, persons unable to obtain adequate immunization or screening documentation may receive necessary testing or vaccination at Student Health Services during summer or upon arrival to campus. All services are on a fee-for-service basis at student rates.
To help you complete the requirements, a Medical Entrance Requirements Checklist (pdf) is available for download. Additional information is provided below:
[Mandatory Medical Forms]
[Mandatory Immunizations & Records]
[Recommended Immunizations]
[Contact Information]
Please visit their site to download a free copy.
Mandatory Medical Forms (required)
All forms must be completed and submitted to receive medical clearance:
- A completed Authorization for Release of Health Information (pdf). Download and mail-in a completed form.
- A completed Medical History Questionnaire filled out through Health-e-Messaging (see instructions).
Mandatory Immunizations & Records (required)
All mandatory items must be submitted to receive medical clearance:
• Medical records documentation of tuberculosis screening by PPD testing:
Submit a copy of the test, with the date and location/provider stamped or signed by an authorized health care agent indicating:
- a negative result performed after March 2008 OR
- a positive result performed any time in the USA with a chest x-ray performed after September 2006 demonstrating absence of active disease
Persons who have completed INH prophylaxis are encouraged to provide documentation of completed treatment for their medical files.
• Medical Records documentation for Tetanus/Diptheria
Submit a copy of vaccination records with the date and location/provider stamped or signed by an authorized health care agency indicating receipt of one shot received after September 1998.
• Medical Records documentation for Rabies (three options):
- Submit a copy of vaccination records with the date and location/provider stamped or signed by an authorized health care agent indicating receipt of 3 shots by pre-exposure protocol (day 0, 7, 28) received after September 2006.
OR - Submit a copy of medical records with the date and location/provider stamped or signed by an authorized health care agent indicating significant antibody titer by RFFIT testing (>1:5) performed after September 2006.
OR - Receive the rabies a series of three vaccinations at special clinics held at Student Health Services. Since rabies vaccination is hard for some students to obtain prior to coming to UC Davis, the entrance requirement for rabies can be completed at Student Health Services after the September 1 deadline. The vaccination clinic dates will be coordinated with the Vet School and Vet School will incorporate release time into academic schedules.
Rabies Clinic at Student Health Services
You must attend all three clinics to receive the full vaccination series. Students interested in vaccination must call the Appointment Desk at 530.752.2349 to sign-up. Clinic dates and cost to be determined - see message above.
As of August 2008, the CDC has reissued a hold on rabies vaccine availability for pre-exposure prophylaxis for rabies. The requirement for rabies vaccination will be extended until vaccine can be obtained and a vaccination clinic can be held. More information is available on the CDC website about the rabies vaccine supply situation. The deadline for all other requirements remains September 1, 2008. The Vet School will keep you updated of any changes.
- Clinic #1- TBD
- Clinic #2- TBD
- Clinic #3- TBD
The estimated cost* for the three shot series is
$270* for students with the Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) or
$495* for all other students.
*Please note that all costs are subject to change without notice. Cost for students with SHIP reflects an injectibles benefit though the plan.
Recommended Immunizations (optional)
Student Health Services strongly recommends that you consider submitting medical records documentation of a positive immune antibody titer test or vaccinations for the following:
- Measles (Rubeola)
- German Measles (Rubella)
- Mumps
- Chickenpox (Varicella)
- Hepatitis B
Some of these vaccinations may be required in your future years of education in the Veterinary Medicine program at UC Davis.
Contact Information
Please submit all documentation to:
Cowell Student Health Center
VetMed: Medical Entrance Requirements
University of California
One Shields Avenue
Davis, CA 95616-8711
You can check the status of your clearance after September 15. Contact Ana Lopez at Cowell Student Health Center using Health-e-Messaging. Ana Lopez can also answer questions regarding the Medical Entrance Requirements.
Concerns Regarding Requirements:
Persons whose unique medical history or religious practices prohibit immunization or persons with any questions or concerns regarding these requirements should contact Thomas Ferguson, M.D., Ph.D., Medical Director using Health-e-Messaging. Students can also send or fax their concerns to the contact information listed below:
Cowell Student Health Center
University of California
One Shields Avenue
Davis, CA 95616-8711
Fax: 530-752-2306
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