The University of Hyderabad, Health Centre provides comprehensive primary healthcare and emergency medical services 24x7x365 days for all the students’ staff and their dependents. The Outpatient department (OPD) functions from 9.00 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. on all University working days. The emergency services are attended 24x7x365 days.
Ambulance services are provided for the emergencies, round the clock 24x7x365
Tel: 040-23132400 / 9000003208
- Emergency services
- 24×7×365
- OPD on working days
- 9:00–5:30
- Counselling for students & staff
- Free
Staff
Doctors
- Capt. Ravindra Kumar, CMO In-charge
- Dr. Rajasree, CMO
- Dr. Anupama T Row, CMO
- Dr. C. Gangadhar, SMO
Nursing services
- Manju Bhargavi
- K. Hima Bindu
- K. Parvathi (Temp)
- S. Malathi (Temp)
- T. Aruna Kumari (Temp)
- B. Laxmi (Temp)
Hospital Attendants
- Sabitha Rani (Temp)
- N. Ravi (Temp)
- M. Kishan (Temp)
- M. Jayasri (Temp)
- R. Sirisha (Temp)
- A. Deepika (Temp)
Support services
- PharmacyM. Malleshwari · R. Anand (Temp)
- LaboratoryP. Ramesh Kumar · V. Panthulu · Md. Faheem (Temp)
- X-RayA Vijay Kumar · J Rahul (Temp)
- OPDB. Renuka
Reception
- Md. Khaja Moinuddin
Office
- S. Jogender Singh (Temp)
Emergency services
The emergency cases round the clock are attended by the Doctor on call in the Health Centre and are treated in the Health Centre or are referred to other University recognized Hospitals depending on the case under the medical supervision.
Supportive services
X-ray, Laboratory facilities along with the pharmacy are available during OPD timing on all University working days to provide diagnostic and therapeutic facilities to all the authorized patients.
The Office of DSW provides students with insurance facilities for availing treatment in emergencies — see Health Insurance.
Psychological Counselling Centre
University of Hyderabad has a Psychological Counselling Centre for the benefit of students who come from all parts of the world. It is manned by two professional psychological counsellors who are available round the clock in the psychological counselling Centre /online to provide counselling services to the students during their personal, academic, emotional, psychological and social distress.
This helps the students to overcome their anxieties effectively under the supervision of the psychological counsellors, this is done with strict confidentiality. We aspire to support the students throughout their academic and personal journey, equip them with life skills and coping skills to prosper in their lives.
The Psychological Counselling Centre is located in the premises of Health Centre. Students can avail the services 24x7x365 days by seeking appointment either by phone or an email at the address furnished below.
Dr. B. Hymavathi, Ph.D.
Psychological Counsellor (Female)
Phone: 9515667087
psychologicalcounselor@uohyd.ac.in
Mr. Subhash
Psychological Counsellor (Male)
Phone: 8008477643
psychologicalcounselor-2@uohyd.ac.in
During any emergency situation & scheduling appointment contact
Phone: 9515667087 / 8008477643
Counselling Services
- What is counselling: Counselling is a talk therapy for anyone who wishes to spend a little time with the professionals in getting their life on track, and who wish to get a sense of direction for their concerns bothering them currently.
- Individual counselling: The counsellors have individual cabins so as to cater to counselling undisturbed as well as to maintain confidentiality.
- Group Counselling: Group counselling or therapy happens to a very limited number of students who discuss and brainstorm about common problems that concern them along with the counsellor or therapist to guide them through their discussion.
- Crisis Intervention: Crisis intervention is a short-term management technique designed to reduce potential permanent damage to an individual student affected by a crisis/ redflags/emergencies.
- Trusted Friends Group: At UoH, the Psychological Counselling Centre started a program called Trusted Friends group. This is a peer support program that intends to reach out to students, find support through the students. This could be sharing knowledge or providing emotional support, social interaction or practical help by the peers.
Events
Workshops: On several occasions Psychological Counselling Unit conducts workshops on several topics like
- How to deal with stress
- Coping with exam anxiety
- Dealing with depression
- Positive thinking and happy living
- New normal during covid-19
- Mentoring skills (for students and faculty)
- University life – A new Journey
- And many more….
Orientation programs: At the beginning of every academic year, it is mandatory for the Psychological Counselling Unit to approach all the Schools/Departments/Centers and provide orientation classes to the newly admitted students to bring awareness about the psychological counselling services and how students can avail these services throughout their academic journey at UOH.
Mentorship training: The Psychological Counselling Unit conducts workshops to the faculty members of different departments on mentoring skills and guide the faculty on interpersonal skills, such as empathy, respect, patience, and flexibility, so as develop a better rapport with the students assigned to them through their course work.
How to book an appointment
We provide counselling service with prior appointment on call. To fix an appointment the students may call, email, or text the counsellors on the numbers. The students may call the counsellors 24×7 anytime to fix an appointment. We are available online also, for those students who prefer to meet virtually.
- Dr. Hymavathi – 9515667087 (Female counsellor); email: psychologicalcounselor@uohyd.ac.in
- Mr. Subhash – 8008477643 (Male counsellor); email: psychologicalcounselor-2@uohyd.ac.in
- @ Health Centre
FAQs
What is counselling?
Counselling is not the same as giving advice. It is quite different from the general opinion held by people. Going for a counselling session in no way indicates that you are helpless or incapable of solving your problems. By talking about your problems or concerns with a counsellor you will deepen your understanding of your problem and develop the means to deal with them.
What kind of problems can I talk to counsellor about?
You can pretty much talk with us about anything and everything. You can come to us for personal problems, academic problems, emotional issues and career awareness. These may include stress related problems, exam anxiety, personal problems, peer pressure, substance abuse, lack of focus in academics, laziness, time management, inability to concentrate and career related queries.
How much do I have to pay the counsellor?
You don’t have to pay anything, these psychological counselling services are absolutely free of charge to the registered students of UoH, Employees (both teaching and non-teaching staff).
How do I present my issues?
It doesn’t really matter how you present your problem. You can say whatever you like. Sometimes there is silence, sometimes you might find yourself saying things you had not expected to say. The counsellor will help you explore the matter and will keep referring to you to clarify his/her understanding.
What will the counsellor think of me – will they think badly of me?
First of all, we are not here to judge your actions. And secondly, many of our problems arise just because we are human. When something goes wrong, it is usually because we are pushing ourselves too hard; because you are in the middle of a huge confusion and finding for reasons you don’t fully understand or because you are actually are suffering some form of psychological distress which is distorting your view of reality. Therefore judging is not helpful or relevant; what we will do is help and support you along your way in finding the best way out of the problem.
What if I still feel ashamed of my problems?
Counsellors do accept that it is natural to want to appear successful and that most of us go through a whirlpool of negative emotions when we have problems and so don’t want to advertise our difficulties. This is one of the reasons we place a great emphasis on confidentiality.
How confidential is counselling?
Psychological Counselling Unit respects and recognizes the importance of confidentiality for students using its services. Maintaining absolute trust and privacy is a legitimate expectation from the students’ perspective. We at PCU assure you of strict and complete confidentiality of whatever you discuss with us. Whatever problems, experiences or memories you bring in the room with you, remain with us and we do not disclose any information given to us. We do not breach the confidentiality and the information remains confidential.
Can I seek advice regarding a friend or colleague?
If you want to approach us regarding a friend, you are most welcome. We’ll try our best to help you help your friend, while still helping you to stay anonymous.
What if my problem is very silly and what if the counsellor dismisses me?
No concern or problem is silly when it is bothering you and not allowing you to focus on your work. If it affecting you on your day to day affairs, please understand it is time to see the counsellor, and your concern is never silly to the counsellor. It is taken with the same seriousness as you do giving the same weightage to your concerns, the counsellor will address your concerns.
Gallery
A talk on World Suicide Prevention Day – 2019 by Dr. Saroj Arya
Faculty Sensitization Program to UoH faculties by Dr. Niranjan Reddy – October 2018
Induction program conducted by DSW Office to newly admitted students – Sept. 2022
Orientation Program to newly admitted students about Psychological Counselling services at UoH – 2021
A new Journey at the University, a psychological perspective to the newly admitted students – August 2021
A talk on Living and Adjusting to the new normal during covid-19 pandemic – October 2020
Gender Sensitization Program conducted by Department of Telugu, UoH – 2019
Addressing the Students on Mental Health Camp conducted by Health Centre – May 2023
“Anxiety and Stress in Academia – role of counselling interventions and mindfulness” by Prof. Suneetha Manyam, Department of Counselling, Mercer University, USA – 25th January 2023
Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav with freedom fighters and their perspective on 75 years of independence – 2022
Poster release event on the occasion of World Mental Health Day – 2022
Workshop on the occasion of World Suicide Prevention Day, September 10, 2023, by Dr. Purnima Nagaraja
“BE HEALTHY: Perspectives from Indian Vision” — talk by Prof. Girishwar Misra, renowned psychologist, on 11.10.2021
Webinar videos (Workshops and Panel Discussion) of Psychological Counselling Unit — social media: facebook.com/dswuoh (opens in a new tab) · facebook.com/uohyd (opens in a new tab)