LGBTQ+

Leader In Healthcare Equality

AtlantiCare is a recognized leader in healthcare equality, proudly offering specialized LGBTQ+ Care services in Atlantic City. We are committed to providing respectful, compassionate healthcare to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ+) patients.

Our center creates safe, welcoming care spaces and ensures our team members are trained to meet the unique needs of every patient, regardless of sexual or gender orientation. From routine check-ups to gender-affirming services, we deliver seamless, comprehensive care tailored to each individual. At AtlantiCare, you can expect an inclusive, socially conscious, and culturally competent care experience.

Our dedicated LGBTQ+ Care office emphasizes personalized, affirming care, empowering you to achieve your best health.

B.J. Howard, MD is board-certified in family medicine. As a primary care provider, Dr. Howard treats all people with varying medical needs. Dr. Howard’s approach is all about the patient, supplying essential information and shared decision-making. The goal is to have you leave feeling better than when you arrived.

Dr. Howard is committed to serving the underserved, taking special care of people in the LGBTQ+ community, including those seeking gender-affirming care.

LGBTQ Health Center Services

• Support Service Navigation
• Adult (18+) Primary Care
• Gender Affirming Care
• Gender Affirming Hormonal Treatment
• Gender Affirming PreOp Screening/Documentation Support
• Sexual Health Education
• STI Education, Screening, Treatment
• PrEP
• PEP
• Preventative Care
• Medicinal Marijuana (information on eligibility requirements)

Schedule your appointment today.

LGBTQ+ Support Group

AtlantiCare is an inclusive place where we value everyone and their authenticity.

The AtlantiCare LGBTQ+ Support Group is a space for all adults who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bi-Sexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning +Plus. This group is a safe space for us to hear experiences and stories and learn more about our resources and services.

HIV and PrEP

We offer onsite Rapid HIV Testing and Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) counseling for patients considered high risk for contracting HIV at our Infectious Disease Clinic in Atlantic City.

Our Location:
1401 Atlantic Avenue
Atlantic City, NJ 08401

Infectious Disease Clinic is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

New Patients

• To schedule new patient infectious disease appointment with any of the Providers at the Infectious Disease Clinic, please call 609-441-2104. Our clinic will need to review your medical records including visit notes and labs prior to scheduling your first appointment.
• To schedule new TB patient appointment please call Department of Health 609-347-6442. The Department of Health will coordinate your care with our Clinic.
• To schedule new STI patient appointments please call 609-441-2104.

Overview

• The AtlantiCare Infectious Disease Clinic was established in 1989. It is a multidisciplinary, hospital based practice which provides health maintenance, disease prevention, Hepatitis, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, TB and HIV/AIDS specialty care. The AtlantiCare Infectious Disease Clinic is located in the center of Atlantic City, and is a well-established with providers who have extensive experience in caring for patients diagnosed with infectious diseases. The Infectious Disease Clinic is funded in part by New Jersey Department of Health and the Division of HIV, STD and TB Services. We provide services for patients eligible for the Ryan White Part B grant and we serve Atlantic and Cape May counties for patients with no insurance.
• Our Clinic provides onsite Rapid HIV Testing and Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) counseling for patients considered high risk for contracting HIV. Because of our hospital affiliation, laboratory and pharmacy support are easily accessible and are onsite.

Patient Education Materials

Why do we ask questions about sexual orientation and gender identity during registration?

• Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Questions - English
• Preguntas sobre orientación sexual e identidad de género - Espanol

Fact Sheets

• Coming Out to Your Health Care Provider
• Gender Dysphoria Fact Sheet (pdf)
• You Can Help End Homophobia
• PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) and HIV Testing & Counseling

Additional Resources

• Medline Plus
  http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/gaylesbianandtransgenderhealth.html
• Gay and Lesbian Medical Association
  http://www.glma.org/
• Human Rights Campaign (HRC) – Health
  https://www.hrc.org/
• National Center For Transgender Equality
  http://transequality.org/
• Philadelphia Trans-Health Conference
  http://www.trans-health.org/
• The Trevor Project
  http://www.thetrevorproject.org/
  The Trevor Project's 24/7 Lifeline at 866-4-U-TREVOR (866-488-7386)
• Lambda Legal
  http://www.lambdalegal.org
• Transgender Law Center
  http://www.transgenderlawcenter.org
• The Joint Commission
  http://www.jointcommission.org/
• South Jersey Fertility Center(pdf)