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STUDENT
HEALTH INSURANCE
Students are required to carry health insurance coverage for
the duration of their medical school program. Proof of coverage
is necessary upon matriculation and is often required by hospitals
prior to students beginning a clinical rotation. Information
on individual and group policies will be included in the student's
admission packet or may be requested from the Administration
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MEDICAL
EVACUATION AND REPATRIATION INSURANCE
This blanket insurance policy covers Emergency Medi-vac and
repatriation. The premium is $30 per student per semester and
is included as part of the tuition fees. It is mandatory that
all basic science students and dependents carry this insurance.
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LIABILITY
INSURANCE
Students must carry liability insurance during the 72 weeks
of their Clinical Medicine program. Application forms will be
provided to the student upon admission to the Clinical Medicine
Program. |
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STUDENT
HEALTH CARE
Student's health service will be maintained on the island of
Saba for routine care. Clinical psychologist are available as
needed. The local physician will assess medical emergencies
and the student will be evacuated if necessary to the nearest
appropriate facility. Students should examine their individual
health insurance plans to insure medical evacuation is included
in the policy. A modern medical-surgical hospital is available
on St. Maarten for both in-patient and outpatient care. |
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CONDUCT
The highest standards of personal conduct are required of students
of the SABA University School of Medicine. Inappropriate conduct
while on the island of Saba may result in immediate dismissal
from the medical school program. Students are subject to the
laws of the Netherlands-Antilles while in residence on the island.
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SUBSTANCE
ABUSE
The use, possession or distribution of illegal drugs carries
serious penalties. Abuse of alcohol resulting in impaired performance
or legal difficulties will be dealt with stringently. The SABA
School of Medicine, however, recognizes health care professionals
are at risk for substance abuse and will attempt to assist any
student with substance abuse problems in a rehabilitative manner.
The services of a full time psychiatrist and psychologist are
available for such cases. |
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SMOKE
FREE ENVIRONMENT POLICY
SABA University School of Medicine is committed to the promotion
of a healthy environment for all students. Therefore, smoking
within any of the medical school buildings, hospital, library,
or other school facilities, is not permitted. Outside smoking
areas are provided. Students are expected to adhere to hospital
smoking policies during rotations. |
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CHANGE
IN STATUS
If a student has a change in name, address, financial situation,
etc., it is the responsibility of the student to notify the
appropriate official of any changes as soon as possible.
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DORM
ARRANGEMENTS
Mathew Dorm was built in 1995, exclusively for SABA University
medical students. The dorm is located in The Bottom within walking
distance from the main campus. The Mathew Dorm can accommodate
thirty-eight students based on double occupancy. Based on availability,
single occupancy may be provided. Each room is fully equipped
with a private bath, walk-in closet, ceiling fan, air conditioning,
refrigerator, microwave, twin bed, desk, chair and lamp. Laundry
facilities are located on the bottom floor of the premises.
All
new incoming unaccompanied students, single or married, are
required to stay in the dorm during their first semester, thereafter,
for subsequent semesters, students must live off campus. Residing
in the dorm will give students an opportunity to meet classmates,
become oriented with the island and the school, and form study
groups that may lead to future roommates for off-campus housing.
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MEAL
PLAN
The Round Hill Campus cafeteria offers students and faculty
breakfast and lunch during the week. Meal cards can be purchased
in increments of $10 or $20. Prices range from $.50 to $5.00.
The Campus Corner located at the Matthew Dorm offers breakfast,
lunch and dinner. |
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OFF
CAMPUS HOUSING
Approximately 80% of the medical students live off campus. Fully
furnished apartments, houses, and single rooms are available
for rent throughout the island. Three and four bedroom houses
are extremely limited on Saba, so students with large families
should check with the medical school Housing Coordinator well
in advance to discuss their housing needs. Some apartments are
especially designed for students and provide maid service. The
medical school Housing Coordinator will provide assistance in
locating suitable housing for those students arriving on Saba
with a spouse or family. Contact should be made approximately
one month in advance of the date of matriculation. |
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CLOTHING
REQUIREMENTS
Summer cotton sportswear is appropriate for daytime activities
all year round. A sweater or light jacket may be needed for
the cooler winter evenings. Although formal wear is not required
on Saba, certain social activities may require males to wear
trousers and women to wear skirts or dresses. |
Student Responsibilities
