Graduate IPED Health Insurance and Immunization Information

The IPED Program requires all its students who are participating in overseas international practical training programs to have adequate medical insurance and proper immunizations.

Medical Insurance

Medical Expense Coverage, Emergency Medical Assistance and Medical Evacuation benefits are required for students traveling overseas. Many private health insurance plans do not provide any overseas coverage or medical evacuation. Two Plans that meet these needs are:

1. Health Insurance for US Students Studying Abroad
   CMI Insurance
   MEDEX Global Solutions
   P.O. Box 19056
   Baltimore, MD 21284
   Phone: 410-583-2595, 800-586-0753
   Fax: 410-583-8244
   www.studyabroadinsurance.com
2. Diplomat International
   Global Underwriters
   3195 Linwood Road, Suite 201
   Cincinnati, Ohio 45208
   Phone: 800-423-8496
   Fax: 513-533-1055
   www.globalunderwritters.com

Insurance applications should be made at least six weeks prior to departure.

Immunizations

Health information for travelers can be obtained from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at www.cdc.gov/travel/.

Frequently-used immunizations can be availed for free or at a reduced price from the University's Health Services. Fordham Health Services will make referrals for immunizations that they do not administer.

Immunizations, as well as an orientation to health issues while traveling overseas, can also be obtained from:

Dr. Theresa Madaline, MD
International Health and Travelers Clinic
Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Montefiore Medical Park
1575 Blondell Avenue - Suite 200
Bronx, New York 10461
866-633-8255

Please call to make an appointment about six weeks prior to departure.