LGBTQ Health: Part 2

LGBTQ Health: Part 2

Dan Brelsford, MD, and Mickey Kander, PA-C, address common health issues for patients in the LGBTQ community, particularly for gay and bi men. Topics include STI testing, HIV prevention, and mental health. They also discuss the policies and practices Valley has in place to support LGBTQ patients. Topics included are below:


• What health and prevention guidelines should gay and bi men be especially aware of?
• What values does Valley have for LGBTQ patients, including the Health Equality Index (HEI) standards and practice expectations for our caregivers?
• How can patients get connected with a provider at Valley, who have an interest or specialty in LGBTQ health care?
• What is Valley doing to optimize patient health records for LGBTQ patients?

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