What do I do if I have a possible concussion?
On Campus Services:
- Students can go to Student Health Services (SHS) at Harrison Hall. The front desk will help you make an appointment to see a physician. You can also call 905-688-5550 x3243.
- If you are a varsity athlete, you can be seen by the sports medicine physician at Athletic Services (Harrison Hall).
- If the physician makes a concussion diagnosis, SHS will get your consent to share this information with the Registrar’s office.
- The Registrar’s Office will send an email to notify your instructors and/or faculty members.
- You will be provided with follow up appointments and monitored on a weekly basis (at minimum) by Student Health Services.
- Once you are ready to be re-integrated back to class, you will be provided a medical certificate to give to your instructors.
If student is diagnosed by an off-campus physician:
- Students can download the Brock University Student’s Medical Verification Form. This will be filled out by your attending physician.
- You will be responsible to provide that initial notification to relevant instructor and/or faculty members.
- At the earliest opportunity you should get an appointment at Student Health Services for necessary follow up.
- Once you are ready to be re-integrated back to class, you will be provided a medical certificate to give to your instructors.
For more information about concussions, please contact the Ontario Brain Injury Association Helpline at 1-800-263-5404.
