Health & Counseling Services



Reed College Health and Counseling Services (HCS) are available to evaluate, maintain, and promote the general health of students so that they may make the most of their education.

Students may visit the health center for free regardless of insurance coverage. Prescriptions, lab work, x-rays, massage, and some other procedures will require a fee.

Important Phone Numbers

Appointments and Advice

Medical and counseling services are available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

  • Health 503/777-7281
  • Counseling 503/517-7349
  • H1N1 advice line 503/777-7281
  • Fax 503/777-7209

Life-threatening emergencies

  • On campus 911
  • Off campus 911

After-hours Help

For after-hours medical needs, Reed contracts with Careline, an RN-staffed, medical advice line for students. Careline is available whenever the HCC is closed by calling 800/607-5501.

For after-hours psychological needs, Reed contracts with ProtoCall, a help line for students with urgent psychological or psychiatric questions or concerns. ProtoCall is available whenever the HCC is closed and may be reached through community safety at 503/777-7533.

Other Important Numbers

Community Safety, available 24 hours in case of emergency

  • On-campus 0
  • Off-campus 503/777-7533

Residence Life

Radio Cab

  • 503/227-1212