Student Health Services at Moffitt Health Center
Who We Are
Welcome from our Executive Director, Dr. Melissa Roberts!
Moffitt Health Center is a multi-service health care facility located on the Hattiesburg campus of The University of Southern Mississippi. All currently enrolled students and employees at Southern Miss are eligible to receive the services we provide. We are accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, Inc. (AAAHC) and have served the university community for more than 40 years.
Under the direction of Melissa Roberts, M.D., our qualified staff includes physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and nurses with a student-focused mission to provide quality, cost-effective comprehensive health care, and educational services to the university community.
Our Mission
Moffitt Health Center exists to enhance student success by providing high quality, cost effective healthcare while promoting a culture of wellness through outreach programs and patient education.
We are CLOSED on Friday, April 18
Moffitt Health Center will be closed on Friday, April 18 in observance of Good Friday. We will resume normal hours on Monday. Have a safe and restful holiday weekend!
Fall and Spring Semesters
Monday-Wednesday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Thursday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
*Pharmacy opens at 9 a.m. Monday - Friday*
Semester Breaks and Summer
Clinic and Pharmacy
Monday - Wednesday and Friday: 8:30 a.m. - Noon, 1 p.m - 4:30 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - Noon, 1 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
On behalf of the employees at Moffitt Health Center, we would like to inform you of things that you might not be aware of as a new or existing patient.
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) โ is a federal law that requires the Southern Miss Student Health Services to protect your health information and to keep everything confidential.
You will be given a copy of our notice of privacy practices and required to sign this form upon your first visit.
You as a patient have rights and responsibilities. A copy of these rights and responsibilities can be found in each patient room.
Upcoming Events
๐จ๐๏ธ Color Your Stress Away! ๐จ๐๏ธ
Join Moffitt Health Center on April 15th from 11 AM โ 2 PM in Spirit Park for a relaxing afternoon of stress relief! We'll have coloring pages, rock painting, and helpful information about managing stress and taking care of your mental health. Take a break, get creative, and learn healthy ways to cope during busy times! #readyforlife
๐ก Let's Talk About STIs! ๐ก
๐๏ธ Join us on April 22 from 11 AM โ 2 PM in the Union for Moffitt Health Centerโs tabling event all about sexual health! ๐ฌ๐ Come get the facts, ask questions, and take charge of your well-being! ๐ง ๐ช #readyforlife
โพ๏ธ Don't Drop the Ball on Your Health โพ๏ธ
Join Moffitt Health Center on April 29th from 11 AM to 2 PM in Spirit Park for a special tabling event in recognition of Testicular Cancer Awareness Month ๐๏ธ๐. This is a vital opportunity to learn about the importance of early detection, how to perform self-exams, and what signs to watch for. Testicular cancer is highly treatable when caught early, so come by, get informed, and take charge of your health. Fellas โ your health matters, so donโt drop the ball! โพ #readyforlife
๐ธ Women's Health Matters! ๐ธ
Join us on April 30th from 11 AM to 2 PM for our Womenโs Health tabling event! Stop by to learn about important health topics, resources, and how to prioritize your well-being. Let's support each other on the journey to better health! ๐ช #readyforlife