Learning Objectives

• Describe the impact of social determinants of health on access to HIV care and health maintenance
• Explore the significance of adapting a status-neutral approach to HIV screening in the primary care setting
• Discuss the importance of an undetectable HIV viral load and the role of primary care clinicians in implementing “Treatment as Prevention” strategies in the management of HIV     
• Gain insights into the personal experiences of individuals living with HIV, understanding the importance of patient-centered communication and support from clinicians during diagnosis and subsequent care
• Identify common misconceptions held by primary care clinicians about individuals living with HIV
• Discuss advances in HIV research and treatment and the increasing emphasis on aging, access to care, and long-term survivorship
• Examine the current CDC guidelines for HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
• Describe best practices for primary care clinicians to follow in order to effectively integrate HIV care into their current practice settings
• Discuss key considerations and strategies for starting patients living with HIV on antiretroviral therapy