UHS School-Based Health Center Franklin is a medical clinic affiliated with United Health Services (UHS), offering comprehensive on-site healthcare services tailored to students within the Binghamton school district. As part of the UHS network, the clinic focuses on providing accessible, preventive, and routine medical care directly within the school environment to reduce absences and improve overall student health and academic performance. The clinic primarily serves students enrolled in participating schools, ensuring that they receive timely healthcare without the need for travel or parental work disruption.

The health center provides a wide range of services, including physical exams, immunizations, treatment for illness or injury, and mental health support. Its care model emphasizes early intervention and the integration of medical and behavioral health services. The team includes experienced nurse practitioners, licensed clinical social workers, and collaborating physicians, all specialized in pediatric and adolescent care.

As part of UHS—a prominent regional health system—the center benefits from access to a network of medical professionals and resources, ensuring continuity of care when referrals or specialist attention are required. The center also promotes a close partnership between healthcare providers, school staff, students, and families to support the well-being of the youth they serve.

Website: https://www.nyuhs.org/location-search/uhs-school-based-health-center-franklin

Key Services:

– Routine physical examinations and health screenings
– Diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses
– Immunizations and vaccine administration
– Mental health evaluations and counseling services
– Health education and wellness promotion
– Coordination with primary care providers and specialists
– Management of ongoing health conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes)
– Preventive health services and early intervention programs