Patient Groups
If you are planning to travel out of the country, being prepared is a must. However, many people don’t realize this means more than just getting a few maps and learning a few phrases in the native language.
As a result, some people are unknowingly putting themselves in harm’s way. Understanding the risks associated with traveling to certain parts of the world is important for everyone, regardless of age, or how many times they have been out of the country before.
Health risks vary from one country to another, therefore knowing what risks to be aware of in not only the specific country to be visited but where within that country based on one’s specific itinerary is going to pinpoint the guidelines that you need to follow during travel to stay healthy. Using the services of the Travel Immunization and Clinic in Kansas City will help ensure you are ready for your excursion to another country.
Make an Appointment at the Travel and Immunization Clinic in Kansas City
When you visit the Travel and Immunization Clinic, you will find a staff who is knowledgeable about the needs of travelers and who will take the time to access the individual needs a person has. Here we can determine what immunizations you need prior to departing and provide you with any travel related prescriptions you may need. In most cases, the local health department will not have a doctor on staff to provide these prescriptions and most family doctors do not have much knowledge or experience with travel related illnesses.
Who we See at the Clinic
Regardless of if you are traveling with your family to Africa for a sightseeing safari or taking an educational course in Islam, it is important to stay aware of your state of health while traveling. While not every international vacation or trip will require vaccinations, it is important to learn about other notable health issues, as well. In some cases, there are prescription medications and certain types of travel gear that will help a person remain healthy and safe while enjoying their vacation.
Some of the different groups of patients we see include:
- Those traveling for pleasure/leisure
- Corporate/Business traveler
- Volunteers for mission trips
- Students who are planning to study abroad
- Potential parents for international adoptees
- Dentists and teachers
- Immigrants who are seeking citizenship
Our goal is to ensure each patient that comes to the clinic understands the potential risks present in the country they are planning to visit.
What to Expect During Your Visit
When you make an appointment with us, we not only consider where you are going and the risks in the destination country, we will also evaluate your current and past health. This will help us ensure you are not at-risk for any other health-related issues while you are out of the country.
Our trained and knowledgeable staff will carefully evaluate your personal health history, as well as any special needs you may have. We will also take your unique itinerary into consideration when you come to our office prior to your travel out of the country.