International Travel at MSU - Planning Tips
There is a lot of preparation involved for any travel abroad, and being well-prepared for international travel can make a huge difference in the quality of your adventure on many levels. For maximum benefit, begin your health-related preparations 2 - 6 months in advance if possible.
The following information is provided to help you navigate options available here at MSU related to international travel health and safety. Please be in touch as noted below for further information or with any questions. Healthy, Safe and Happy Trails to You !
Wondering where in the world to start as you prepare for your international travels? Please see below and also - for useful travel health and safety information - please visit our International Travel Health Resource Page. Also check out this brief guide with key points to assist you!
IF YOU ARE A STUDENT.......
Planning Study Abroad? Traveling with a Faculty-Lead Group? Traveling as part of an MSU-related organization or research project?
(If your travel plans are NOT MSU-related, just for fun, or visiting friends or relatives, see below)
First, check the excellent MSU Office of International Programs (OIP) website: http://www.montana.edu/international/
You will need to attend a Travel Health and Safety Class (required for all MSU-related student travel)
- offered at OIP Predeparture Orientation (PDO)
- offered at other times, 4 - 6 times per semester, at Student Health Partners
- free of charge
- no need to register
- informative one hour long presentation covering current travel health and safety issues
- Current class schedule may be found here : Travel Health and Safety Class Dates
You may need (or just want!) to a get a Physical Exam
- if required for your university abroad
- if required for a visa for your host country
- if you would simply like one before you travel - a great idea!
- available free at Student Health Partners Medical Services although there may be charges for labs, x-rays, vaccinations, prescriptions etc if needed
- An appointment is needed; you may schedule three ways:
- by calling 406-994-7287
- BE SURE TO PLAN IN ADVANCE; appointments book up quickly especially towards the end of the semester
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- you may also get with your regular health care provider at home or at a number of other facilities
Consider a Dentist / Dental Hygienist Exam prior to your travels, a great idea no matter what, but especially important if you have any concerns
- excellent and economical care available at MSU Student Health Service Dental Clinic, or see the dentist / hygienist of your choice
- MSU Dental Clinic 406-994-2314
You may wish to schedule a Travel Consultation
- covers potential health and safety issues at your destination
- discussion of any health concerns you might have with regard to travel
- review of your immunization record
- updating any vaccinations you might need prior to your travels
- prescriptions for any travel health needs and / or discuss any refill needs
- great idea if you are traveling to developing countries
- highly recommended if you have any chronic (longer-term) illnesses or diseases, including any mental health issues
- Consultation is free but there may be charges for vaccinations and prescriptions if needed
- An appointment is needed; you may schedule
- by calling 406-994-7287
- BE SURE TO PLAN IN ADVANCE; appointments book up quickly especially towards the end of the semester
-
you may also get these appointments at other facilities
Please feel free to call or e-mail with any questions or for more information:
travelclinic@montana.edu or 406-994-7287
If you are a student and your travel plans are NOT MSU-related.......travel with other organizations, just for fun, or visiting friends or relatives
Attend a Travel Health and Safety Class
- offered at other times, 4 - 6 times per semester, at Student Health Partners Office of Health Advancement Conference Room
- free of charge
- no need to register
- informative one hour long presentation covering current travel health and safety issues
- additional 15 minutes for travel to developing countries
- current Travel Health and Safety Class dates : http://www.montana.edu/health/medserv/travel.html
You may wish to schedule a Travel Consultation
- covers potential health and safety issues at your destination
- discussion of any health concerns you might have with regard to travel
- review of your immunization record
- updating any vaccinations you might need prior to your travels
- prescriptions for any travel health needs and / or discuss any refill needs
- great idea if you are traveling to developing countries
- highly recommended if you have any chronic (longer-term) illnesses or diseases, including any mental health issues
- available free at Student Health Partners Medical Services, although there may be charges for immunizations and prescriptions if neede
- An appointment is needed; you may schedule by calling 406-994-7287
- BE SURE TO PLAN IN ADVANCE; appointments book up quickly especially towards the end of the semester
- you may also get these appointments at other facilities
You may wish to schedule a Physical Exam before you travel
- address any health concerns, physical or mental, prior to travel
- available free of charge at MSU Student Health Service although there may be charges for labs, x-rays, vaccinations, prescriptions etc if needed
- An appointment is needed; you may schedule by calling 406-994-7287
- BE SURE TO PLAN IN ADVANCE; appointments book up quickly especially towards the end of the semester
Consider a Dentist / Dental Hygienist Exam prior to your travels
- a great idea no matter what, but especially important if you have any concerns
- excellent and economical care is available at MSU Student Health Service Dental Clinic, or see the dentist / hygienist of your choice
- MSU Dental Clinic 406-994-2314
Please feel free to call or e-mail with any questions or for more information:
Catherine Ebelke PA-C, International Travel Clinic Coordinator 406-994-7287 or travelclinic@montana.edu
IF YOU ARE FACULTY or STAFF traveling with students
- Special Travel Health and Safety presentations may easily be arranged for your specific group, targeted to your destination and needs; these are also free of charge
- Please contact Catherine Ebelke PA-C, International Travel Clinic Coordinator with
questions or for more information
- 406-994-7287
- cebelke@montana.edu