Travel Clinic
Travel Clinic in the Bronx, NY
A travel visit is a single appointment before a trip where we review where you are going, what you may be exposed to, and which vaccines or prescriptions you should have first. It is easiest when you come in four to six weeks before you fly, though a late visit is still worth making.
Who this is for
- Anyone traveling to the Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, Asia or the Pacific
- Families visiting relatives abroad, including children traveling with parents
- Students and volunteers on study, mission or service trips
- Workers traveling for an employer who requires documented vaccinations
- Travelers with diabetes, asthma, HIV or another ongoing condition who need a plan while away
What happens at the visit
Tell us where you are going
Bring your itinerary — countries, rural or city stays, dates, and whether you will be around farms, fresh water or remote areas. The advice depends on all of it.
We review your vaccination history
Routine vaccines are checked first, because measles, tetanus and flu are the ones travelers most often need updated.
Destination-specific recommendations
Your doctor goes through what is recommended for your trip, including hepatitis A and B, typhoid and other travel vaccinations available at the office.
Prescriptions if you need them
Malaria prevention, travelers' diarrhea standby treatment and altitude sickness medication can be prescribed at the same visit and sent to your pharmacy.
Written instructions to take with you
You leave with a record of what you received, what to take and when, and what symptoms should send you to a doctor while you are away or after you return.
Ready when you are
Calling is the fastest way to be seen. Our staff answers in English or Spanish.
What to bring
- Photo ID and insurance card
- Your travel itinerary and dates
- Any vaccination records you have, including records from another country
- A list of your current medications
- Any requirements your employer, school or destination has given you in writing
Insurance and cost
Some travel vaccines are covered by insurance and some are not, and it varies by plan and by vaccine.
We accept Medicaid and most managed Medicaid plans, along with many commercial plans. Coverage rules change often, so call (917) 801-0954 with your card in hand and our staff will confirm what your plan covers before your visit.
Self-pay patients are welcome. Ask our front desk what a visit will involve when you call so there are no surprises.
See the full list of plans we accept
Frequently asked questions
- How far ahead should I come in?
- Four to six weeks before you travel is ideal, because some vaccines need more than one dose or take time to take effect. If your trip is sooner than that, come anyway — there is still useful protection available.
- Do you give yellow fever vaccine?
- Yellow fever vaccine can only be given at a designated yellow fever vaccination center. Call the office and our staff will tell you whether we can provide it or where to go.
- Can I get malaria pills here?
- Yes. If your destination has malaria risk, your doctor can prescribe preventive medication and explain when to start it, how long to take it, and how long to continue after you return.
- Do you see children before travel?
- We see adults and children. Call the office and our staff will tell you what we can handle at your child's age and when a specialist visit is more appropriate.
- What if I get sick after I come back?
- Call the office. Fever after travel is taken seriously — tell the front desk where you traveled and when you returned so your visit is scheduled appropriately.
Related services
This page is for general information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always talk with your physician about your own health. If this is a medical emergency, call 911.
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Our staff can help you in English or Spanish.
