Unique Needs of LGBTQIA+ Individuals in Primary Care

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Jennifer Bidey, DNP, CRNP, FNP-BC Related seminars and products

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Jennifer Bidey, DNP, CRNP, FNP-BC, is a nurse practitioner dedicated to serving the LGBTQIA+ community. Her current role is as a nurse practitioner and medical director of the LGBTQIA+ Affirming Practice at Haddonfield Primary and Specialty Care, Jefferson East. She specializes in gender affirming care, gender affirming hormone treatment, PrEP, and primary care.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Jennifer Bidey has employment relationships with Jefferson Health and Plume. She receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Jennifer Bidey is a member of the Health Professionals Advancing LGBTQ Equality, The Society of Permanent Cosmetic Professionals, and The American Association of Nurse Practitioners.®

 

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Objectives

1. Analyze the diverse healthcare needs within the LGBTQIA+ community, recognizing specific challenges and disparities across different identities. 
2. Identify communication strategies and tools to foster an inclusive environment in primary care settings for LGBTQIA+ individuals. 
3. Identify and address mental health disparities affecting LGBTQIA+ individuals, and integrate culturally competent approaches into mental health support. 
4. Address specific healthcare needs, including sexual and reproductive health, hormone therapy, and gender-affirming care, to enhance comprehensive and inclusive primary care for LGBTQIA+ patients. 

Outline

The Imperative for LGBTQIA+ Inclusive Care in Primary Settings 

• Understanding the Diversity of LGBTQIA+ Healthcare Needs 
• Holistic Overview: Health Disparities Across Identities 
• Navigating the Spectrum: Unique Needs  

Beyond Labels: Recognizing Intersectionality in Health 

• Healthcare Challenges and Disparities 
• Addressing Mental Health Disparities 
• Tackling Access Barriers to Quality Care 
• The Impact of Stigma on Health Outcomes 

Crafting Inclusive Practices for Comprehensive Care 

• Language and Communication: Tailoring Approaches to Affirm Identity 
• Safe Spaces: Fostering Physical and Emotional Well-being 
• Cultivating Trust: Understanding the Importance of Cultural Competency 

Specific Healthcare Approaches 

• Sexual and Reproductive Health Needs 
• Hormone Therapy and Gender-Affirming Care 
• Mental Health Support: Strategies for Inclusive Counseling 

Case Studies and Best Practices 

• Showcasing Successful Models of LGBTQIA+ Inclusive Primary Care 
• Real-World Scenarios: Practical Solutions and Patient-Centered Approaches 
• Recap of Key Takeaways 
• Practical Steps for Inclusive Care 

Target Audience

• Nurse practitioners
• Physician Assistants
• Physicians 
• Nurses
• Other Primary Care Professionals