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 or email [email protected].
• If you are a varsity athlete, you can also 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 and SAS.
• The Registrar’s Office will send an email to notify your instructors and/or faculty members.
• Recommended accommodations may be made, and you will be encouraged to register for SAS.
• You will be provided with follow-up appointments and monitored on a weekly basis (at a minimum) by Student Health Services.

If the 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 physician.
• Email [email protected] to advise that you have received a diagnosis of a concussion.
• The concussion nurse will obtain your consent to share your information with the Registrar’s office and SAS.
• The Registrar’s Office will send an email to notify your instructors and/or faculty members.
• Recommended accommodations may be made, and you will be encouraged to register for SAS.
• You can continue to follow up with your own physician or opt to be seen regularly by a physician at SHS.

For more information about concussions, please contact the Ontario Brain Injury Association Helpline at 1-800-263-5404. The CDC also has some information on their website