University Health Unit

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Referrals of University Staff to the Al-Hamdaniya Primary Health Care Sector
Referrals of University Staff to Al-Hamdaniya General Hospital

Overview of the Unit

The Medical Unit is one of the administrative units affiliated with the University. It is responsible for providing primary, preventive, and therapeutic healthcare services to the University community, including students, academic staff, and employees, in accordance with the approved health regulations and guidelines.

Vision

To achieve a healthy and safe university environment that ensures the well-being of students and staff through the provision of high-quality healthcare services.

Mission

To provide comprehensive healthcare services and promote health awareness and disease prevention within the university community.

Objectives

  • To provide first aid and primary healthcare services.
  • To monitor and manage emergency health cases within the University.
  • To implement health awareness and disease prevention programs.
  • To cooperate and coordinate with official healthcare authorities and institutions.
  • To oversee health and safety standards across University facilities.

Forms and Documents Related to the Unit’s Activities

  • Medical Examination Form for New Students
  • Internal / External Medical Referral Form

Instructions and Guidelines for Students and Staff

• Please present your University ID when requesting any healthcare service.

• It is preferable to visit the Unit during official working hours, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

• In emergency cases, the Medical Unit may be contacted by telephone.

• Adhere to all preventive and safety instructions within the clinic.

• Ensure that the medical case is recorded in the electronic medical record system.

Services Available Electronically

• Online booking of medical examination appointments.

• Completion and submission of the Medical Examination Form for New Students.

• Submission of medical referral requests.

• Access to the student’s academic health record.

• Reporting of health emergencies occurring within the University campus.

Major Laws, Regulations, and Instructions Within the Scope of the Unit’s Functions

• Health regulations and directives issued by the Ministry of Health.

• University health prevention instructions and guidelines.

• Public safety and university environmental health regulations.

• Health protocols and preventive measures during epidemics and pandemics (e.g., COVID-19).

• Medical guidelines and directives for universities issued by the Medical Association and other authorized healthcare authorities.

Publishing the Unit’s activities and news on the University’s official website in coordination with the Media Department.

  • • Publishing periodic reports on the number of beneficiaries of the University Health Unit’s services.

    • Providing media coverage of health awareness campaigns and activities conducted across the colleges.

    • Announcing schedules for periodic medical examinations and student vaccination programs.

    • Sharing seasonal health advisories and preventive guidance (e.g., heat-related illnesses, influenza, and communicable diseases).

    • Highlighting medical achievements, key accomplishments, and annual statistical reports of the Unit.

Official Email of the Unit

health.ps@uohamdaniya.edu.iq