Travel Medicine Clinic in Newport News, VA

Travel medicine is a specialized area of healthcare that focuses on the prevention and management of health concerns related to travel. Whether you are planning a vacation, business trip, mission work, or study abroad, our team at Oyster Point Family Practice will assess your individual health needs based on your destination, planned activities, length of stay, and medical history.

Our providers offer personalized consultations to:

• Review your travel itinerary and identify potential health risks
• Recommend and administer necessary immunizations, such as yellow fever, typhoid, or hepatitis A and B
• Prescribe preventive medications for conditions like malaria or altitude sickness
• Advise on food and water safety, insect bite prevention, and other travel hazards
• Discuss how to manage existing medical conditions while traveling and prepare for emergencies, such as travelers’ diarrhea

By preparing with Oyster Point Family Practice before your trip, you can reduce your risk of illness, help prevent the spread of infectious diseases, and enjoy greater peace of mind during your travels.

Before you go abroad, schedule a travel medicine consultation with us. We’re here to help keep you and your family healthy—before, during, and after your travels.

If you are planning to travel internationally—especially to destinations outside of North America, Europe, or Australia—it’s important to schedule a travel medicine appointment at Oyster Point Family Practice well in advance of your departure. We recommend booking your appointment at least four to six weeks before you travel. This allows our healthcare providers to carefully review your travel itinerary and medical history, and to recommend any necessary vaccinations or medications. Some vaccines require multiple doses or take time to become fully effective, and certain preventive medications, such as those for malaria, may need to be started before you leave.

Even if your trip is coming up soon and you have less than four weeks before departure, it’s still valuable to see one of our providers. Last-minute consultations at Oyster Point Family Practice can equip you with important advice on food and water safety, insect bite prevention, and managing any chronic health conditions while abroad. In many cases, vaccines and other preventive treatments can still offer protection, even if started shortly before travel.

For your appointment, please bring a copy of your travel plans, a list of your current medications, and your vaccination records. This information will help us provide personalized recommendations based on your specific needs and travel destinations.

If you’re planning international travel, it’s important to make sure you are protected against diseases that may be present at your destination. At Oyster Point Family Practice, we help our patients prepare for safe and healthy travel by offering personalized travel medicine consultations and vaccinations.

Before you travel, we recommend that your routine immunizations—including measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis, polio, and seasonal influenza—are up to date. In addition, certain destinations may require or recommend specific vaccines to protect you from local health risks.

For example:

• Yellow fever vaccination is required for entry into some countries in Africa and South America.
• Hepatitis A and typhoid vaccines are often recommended if you’re visiting areas where these diseases are common due to contaminated food or water.
• Hepatitis B, Japanese encephalitis, and rabies vaccines may be advised for travelers spending extended time outdoors or in rural regions.
• Meningococcal vaccination is mandatory for pilgrims traveling to Saudi Arabia for Hajj or Umrah and may be suggested for travel to certain parts of sub-Saharan Africa.
• Other vaccines, such as those for cholera or tick-borne encephalitis, may be considered based on your specific itinerary and planned activities.

Before you depart, schedule a travel consultation with one of our experienced providers. We will review your medical history, itinerary, and planned activities to assess potential health risks. We also consider environmental factors, including altitude sickness or extreme temperatures, that may affect your health while abroad.

During your visit, we offer personalized recommendations to keep you safe, including:

• Vaccinations: We provide and administer recommended and required vaccines based on your destination.
• Preventive Medications: If you are traveling to areas where illnesses like malaria are prevalent, we can prescribe appropriate medications.
• Travel Health Education: Our team will educate you about food and water safety, insect bite prevention, and best practices for hand hygiene to reduce your risk of gastrointestinal and vector-borne illnesses.
• Chronic Condition Management: We offer advice on managing existing medical conditions while traveling and help you prepare a comprehensive travel health kit.
• Early Illness Recognition: Learn to recognize the early signs of travel-related illnesses and when to seek medical attention.

When planning international travel, ensuring your health and safety abroad starts with the right medical support at home. Oyster Point Family Practice is your trusted partner for comprehensive travel health services in the Newport News area. Our experienced team, led by Dr. Thomas N. Robeson, MD, specializes in family medicine with a dedicated focus on travel health, making us uniquely qualified to protect you and your family on your global journeys.

At Oyster Point Family Practice, we take the time to understand your individual travel plans—whether for business, vacation, mission work, or study abroad. Dr. Robeson and our team stay up-to-date with the latest CDC and WHO guidelines, so you receive the most current recommendations and vaccines tailored to your destination, itinerary, and health history.

Our travel health services include:

• Comprehensive pre-travel consultations
• Destination-specific vaccinations (including yellow fever, typhoid, hepatitis, and more)
• Preventive medications for malaria and traveler’s diarrhea
• Advice on food and water safety, altitude sickness, insect bite prevention, and other travel-related health risks

Convenience and patient comfort are at the heart of our practice. We offer on-site vaccinations and medications, making your visit efficient and hassle-free. Throughout your experience, Dr. Robeson and our staff provide clear communication, thorough education, and supportive follow-up—so you feel confident and well-prepared for your trip. For more information, please contact us or schedule an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 704 Thimble Shoals Blvd, Suite 700, Newport News, VA 23606. We serve patients from Newport News, VA, Grafton, VA, Hampton, VA, Poquoson, VA, Seaford, VA, Carrollton, VA, and surrounding areas.