All medical notes or letters of support are written on a case-by-case basis and at a clinician's discretion. Clinicians do not make academic or accommodation decisions. The Student Wellness Hub cannot accommodate drop-ins or same-day appointments. Please look for same-day appointments here.
McGill's Policy on Medical Notes
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Medical notes will only be issued on the day of the missed exam, assignment, project, class or conference. Absolutely no medical notes will be written for past illness (i.e. on a weekend, the day before, etc.).
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Medical professionals do not have the authority to exempt students from exams, presentations, etc. The final decision will be taken by your professor, faculty and/or department.
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Because of the high volume of patients, please call as early as possible to book an appointment and ensure you’ll be seen as soon as possible.
As we cannot accommodate drop-ins, please consult Santé Montréal for a list of off-campus clinics. Please note you may be charged for this service.
From Counsellor or Local Wellness Advisor
While counsellors and local wellness advisors don't make decisions regarding academic accommodations, they can provide letters of support in certain cases.
If you see a clinician before exams or deadlines, you can talk to them about receiving a letter outlining the circumstances that have contributed to any academic difficulties.
Letters are not written after the fact if the clinician has no previous knowledge of the circumstances leading up to the difficulty. Documentation is only provided at follow-up appointments with a clinician (not an initial consultation).
From a Psychiatrist
Medical notes from a psychiatrist are written on a case-by-case basis.
From a Doctor
You can request a medical note during the appointment with a doctor. Nurses cannot give medical notes.
