Travel Clinic

Patient Information

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which shots will I need?
2. How soon before my trip should I see you?
3. How do I make an appointment?
4. Where is the Travel Clinic located?
5. Will my insurance cover all this?
6. Should I bring anything with me to my appointment?

1. Which shots will I need?

Vaccines will be determined at the time of your visit. The choice of vaccines depends on where and when you are traveling, your past vaccination history and your health history. Vaccines may include one or more of the following:

• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B
• Influenza
• Japanese encephalitis
• Meningococcus
• Measles-mumps-rubella
• Polio
• Pneumococcus
• Rabies
• Tetanus/diphtheria
• Tetanus/diphtheria/acellular pertussis
• Typhoid fever
• Yellow fever

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2. How soon before my trip should I see you?

Ideally, schedule your appointment at least 2 to 4 weeks in advance of your trip.

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3. How do I make an appointment?
To schedule an appointment, please call 617.414.4290. Appointments are available Monday thru Friday, 9 am - 5 pm.

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4. Where is the Travel Clinic located?

The Travel Clinic is located in the Shapiro Ambulatory Care Center at 725 Albany Street, 9th Floor, Suite 9B.

Directions to BMC

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The nearest parking garage is located at 710 Albany Street. Metered street parking is also available nearby. Valet parking is available for $12 per day in front of the Menino Pavilion.

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5. Will my insurance cover all this?

We accept most major forms of insurance. Please check with your primary care doctor first to see if you need a referral. Also, please be aware that some insurance companies may NOT cover all services. Please check with your insurance company regarding what services will be covered, prior to your appointment. All uncovered services will be the responsibility of the traveler. If your insurance company does not cover the specialized services that we offer or if you do not have health insurance, then you will be responsible for paying all charges at the end of your travel clinic appointment.

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6. Should I bring anything with me to my appointment?

Please bring your vaccine records, your WHO International Certificate of Immunization (yellow book) if you have one and a list of medications you are taking.