University of Michigan-Flint

The Urban Health and Wellness Center recognizes and supports patients' rights to confidential medical care.  Our staff are committed to ensuring your confidentiality.  All staff sign agreements to that effect.

Release of health records  If you are 18 years old or older, or an emancipated minor (defined under Michigan law as being married, emancipated through a court order, or on active duty in the armed forces prior toage 18), your health records will be released only with your written consent.


If you are less that 18 years old, the UHWC is obligated by law to release health records (except related to sexually transmitted diseases, contraception and pregnancy testing) to your parents if they request them.