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Colby Health Services | MaineGeneral College Health

Comprehensive, compassionate care — less than 1 mile from campus

Colby’s student health center is located at MaineGeneral College Health (MGCH), within the Thayer Center for Health at 149 North Street in Waterville, which is less than 1 mile from the college campus. MGCH provides compassionate medical care, health education, and preventative services for Colby College students.

MGCH is students’ hub for personalized, supportive medical care — within the comprehensive resources of the Thayer Center for Health.

At Colby, we recognize that wellness is foundational to full engagement in all that Colby has to offer. We strive to ensure all students have access to the health resources they need to be successful, including free transportation, financial support, and more. 

 

  • PHONE
    (207) 861-6860
    Call to make an appointment or speak with a nurse about medical questions.
    – Press 0 for a Patient Service Rep.
    – Press 1 for a Nurse.
    – Press 2 for Medication Refills.
    Fax records to (207) 861-6861.
    Request appointments and send messages via the Patient Portal.

     

  • HOURS
    Monday – Friday
    8:30am to 5pm
    Same day appointments are frequently available, as well as telehealth.

  • ADDRESS
    149 North Street, Waterville, ME 04901
    – Turn left off North Street onto Eustis Parkway.
    – Turn left at the MaineGeneral sign for patient parking around the back.
    – Enter the main entrance, walk straight down the hall, and take the elevator or stairs to the 2nd floor.

Student Wellness On-Campus & Beyond

On-campus wellness resources are offered at the Garrison-Foster building, and campus Emergency Medical Services are available 24/7. Just down the road from campus, MaineGeneral College Health provides for students’ acute, preventive, and continuing medical care. On weekends and evenings, MaineGeneral Express Care offers walk-in appointments for non-emergency health needs. Please see this infographic of Colby’s Health Resources.

Garrison-Foster: Student Wellness

On-Campus:

MaineGeneral College Health

Open Weekdays 8:30am-5pm:

  • Less than 1 mile from campus at 149 North Street
  • Treatment for injuries and illnesses
  • Medications and vaccines
  • Screening, lab, and diagnostic tests
  • Contraception and sexual health
  • Gender-affirming care
  • Telehealth appointments

Emergency Medical Services

On-Campus, Available 24 Hours:

  • Licensed, certified student Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs)
  • For campus emergencies, call 207-859-5911

After-Hours Express Care

Open Weekdays until 7:30pm & Weekends 8am-5pm:

  • Located in downtown Waterville at 211 Main Street
  • Non-emergency care in the evenings and weekends
  • Walk-ins accepted

Directions & Transportation

Garrison-Foster: Student Wellness

The Garrison-Foster building is located on campus, between Dana Hall and Cotter Union. The Office of Student Wellness, Counseling Services, and the Student Success Fund are located on the 2nd floor. See the location on Colby’s campus map.

MaineGeneral College Health


The Colby student health center, MaineGeneral College Health, is located within the Thayer Center for Health, less than 1 mile from campus — at 149 North Street in Waterville. See the directions in Google Maps.

  • From campus, travel down North Street about 0.7 miles — the Thayer Center for Health will be on your left. 
  • Pass the building and take the next left onto Eustis Parkway. 
  • At the MaineGeneral sign, turn left and follow signs to Patient Parking around the back of the building.
  • Enter the main entrance, walk straight down the hallway, and take the elevator or stairs to the 2nd Floor.
  • Turn left at the 2nd floor and walk down the hallway to MaineGeneral College Health.
Travel Estimates

Walking: 13 minutes — Biking: 4 minutes — Driving: 3 minutes


Free Colby Transportation

 Colby offers free transportation via the Jitney van to and from MaineGeneral College Health, local pharmacies, and any other health or wellness needs.

Health Services Details

  • Telehealth appointments, for applicable health issues
  • Physical exams (chaperones available)
  • Obstetric and gynecological exams, including pap smears and pelvic exams
  • Travel health consultations, including:
    • Vaccines, including review and recommendations
    • Prophylactic medication prescription and review (malaria prophylaxis, traveler’s diarrhea, etc.)
  • Injury evaluation and treatment
  • Illness evaluation and treatment, including acute illnesses, such as ear infections, strep throat, and UTIs
  • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) screening and treatment
  • Contraception, including prescribing and consultation for the following:
    • Emergency contraception
    • Implant (NEXPLANON®)
    • Intrauterine Device or IUD (Mirena®, Kyleena®, etc.)
    • Oral contraceptive pills
    • Contraceptive patches
    • Contraceptive ring (NuvaRing®)
  • Gender-affirming care, including hormone therapy
  • Referral for diagnostic testing, including labs, imaging, and other testing, as well as specialist evaluations
  • Blood tests
  • X-ray
  • Ultrasound/CT scan
  • MRI
  • Bone density
  • EKG
  • And more
  • Mental health evaluation and treatment (including anxiety, depression, and ADHD/ADD)
  • Visit Colby’s Counseling Services website for more information
  • Oakland Pharmacy provides a free delivery service to the Colby College campus. 
  • Any prescription can be transferred to and filled by Oakland Pharmacy. 
  • Deliveries are made to the Mule Mail Center in Cotter Union, to student mailboxes, every weekday (Monday-Friday) at 12pm.
  • Call Oakland Pharmacy at 207-465-4440 to transfer your prescription and arrange for delivery to campus.

A selection of free health & wellness supplies (listed below) are available in the 2nd floor entryway of Garrison-Foster. The Colby Bookstore also carries a variety of over-the-counter medications and personal care items for purchase.

  • Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
  • Ibuprofen (Advil)
  • Pepto Bismol
  • Nasal decongestant
  • Antihistamine
  • Cough drops
  • Antibiotic ointment
  • Band aids
  • Condoms
  • Dental dams
  • Lubricant
  • Tampons & pads
  • COVID tests
  • Disposable thermometers
  • Masks
  • Hot/cold packs

Important Resources

Contact Us

Maine General College Health | Colby Student Health Center

  • PHONE: (207) 861-6860
    Call to make an appointment or speak with a nurse about medical questions.
    – Press 0 for a Patient Service Rep.
    – Press 1 for a Nurse.
    – Press 2 for Medication Refills.
    Fax records to (207) 861-6861.
    Request appointments and send messages via the Patient Portal.

  • HOURS: Monday – Friday, 8:30am to 5pm
    Same day appointments are frequently available.

  • ADDRESS: 149 North Street, Waterville, ME 04901
    – From campus, turn left off North Street onto Eustis Parkway.
    – Turn left at the MaineGeneral sign for patient parking around the back.
    – Enter the main entrance, walk straight down the hall, and take the elevator or stairs to the 2nd floor.

Director of Student Wellness | Collyn J. Baeder, MPH

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Colby College
Office of the Dean of the College
5300 Mayflower Hill
Waterville, ME 04901-8853
P: 207-859-4000

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