This training session will provide an increased understanding for the importance of PrEP implementation as a prevention tool to decrease HIV transmission

Objectives:

• Recognize that an alarming link exists between STIs and HIV risk, including how an STI can potentially lead to HIV transmission
• Understand the urgency for HIV risk discussions and prevention during STI screenings and diagnosis
• Identify methods for effective HIV prevention discussions and the critical role of PrEP medication for appropriate patients at risk for HIV. 
•  Improve knowledge of boxed warnings, indication, dosage administration, adverse reactions and Discover trial.  

 Targeted Audience: Physicians, Clinicians and allied health professional staff at Baltimore Medical Systems Highlandtown and St. Agnes sites