Ways to schedule your COVID-19 vaccine or booster appointment
Anyone 6 months and older can schedule an appointment to get the latest COVID-19 vaccine. It must also be at least two months since your last COVID-19 vaccine.
Schedule Online with MyChart
Log in to MyChart to schedule your appointment for first dose or booster/third doses.
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Schedule over the phone Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
614-688-8299
COVID-19 vaccinations for children
COVID-19 vaccines are recommended for children 6 months and older. The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus Public Health and many local retail pharmacies in Ohio offer the pediatric vaccines.
*Note: We're working diligently with recent changes to CDC guidelines to make COVID-19 vaccine scheduling available as soon as possible for those who are immunocompromised and children under 6 months of age. If you have questions, please contact your primary care provider.
- Learn more about pediatric vaccines from our infection disease experts
- Get more information from Nationwide Children's Hospital about the COVID-19 vaccine and children
How to schedule vaccinations for children:
Pediatric patients (typically up to the ages of 18 or 21) or their parents can contact their physicians to schedule an appointment for a pediatric COVID-19 vaccine through one of the following methods:
*Note: Vaccine appointments at Ohio State are currently only available for those 6 months and older and those who are not immunocompromised
- Through MyChart (Parents/guardians need to have a personal MyChart account and request proxy access to be able to schedule their child.)
- Calling Ohio State’s COVID-19 vaccine hotline at 614-688-VAXX or (614-688-8299)
Frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine
Do you need the vaccine if you’ve already had COVID-19?
- It’s still recommended that you get a COVID-19 vaccine even if you’ve previously been infected with COVID-19.
Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe?
- Yes. The vaccine is deemed to be safe based upon a rigorous evaluation of currently available scientific evidence. Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself, your family and other loved ones from COVID-19.
Who needs a COVID-19 booster?
- Studies show that COVID-19 vaccine protection decreases over time. A booster vaccine gives you more protection, especially against severe illness or death. To learn if you’re eligible for a booster vaccine, contact your primary care provider.
Can you get sick with COVID-19 from the vaccine?
- No, it’s not possible to get COVID-19 from any of its vaccines. The vaccines use only a part of the virus — the spike protein — which can’t cause COVID-19. Learn more from our experts.
