Travel Medicine

Travel MedicineTravel medicine is a specialized area of healthcare that focuses on the needs of travelers, particularly those who travel to other countries.

Generally, physicians and others who specialize in travel medicine are experts in infectious diseases. Their expertise often includes knowledge of specific geographical locations and information about health conditions and disease outbreaks in different countries.

Travel medicine specialists know requirements for foreign countries related to vaccinations, health reports, availability of medications, and other healthcare treatments for diseases and disorders.

For people planning to travel out of the US, particularly to the developing countries of Africa, Asia, and Latin America, it is extremely important to talk with a travel medicine specialist as far in advance of your trip as possible.

Although the US government provides the latest information for the health and safety of US travelers, it cannot replace having a personal relationship with a physician who is knowledgeable about the needs of people who travel abroad.

Appointment Process

  • Patient calls for appointment providing the location for travel
  • Physician researches most current CDC guidelines/ recommendations for location–specific immunizations
  • Patient is contacted with information and scheduled for immunization and consultation
  • No insurance billing, self-pay only 
  • Urgent appointments available in 24-48 hours

Phone

To schedule an appointment with a Cooper University Physician, please call 1-800-8-COOPER (1-800-826-6737) to speak with a member of our physician referral and information service.

Our Offices

Cherry Hill
1103 N. Kings Highway
Suite 203
Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034
Appointments (856) 321-1919

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