STI & PrEP Clinic
-
We offer comprehensive STI checks including management of syphilis, chlamydia, gonorrhoea, trichomonas and mycoplasma genitalium infections. We also offer assessment for HSV infections.
We do not offer HPV (human papilloma virus) vaccines in our clinic.
-
Healthify has a good resource on STIs and more information on them.
-
PrEP stands for pre-exposure prophylaxis. Prophylaxis means to prevent – PrEP is used by people who are HIV-negative to reduce their risk of getting HIV. When PrEP is taken correctly it reduces the risk of getting HIV by over 90%. But PrEP doesn’t prevent you from getting other STIs. Correct and consistent use of condoms for anal sex also reduces your risk of getting HIV and also protects against other STIs such as gonorrhoea and chlamydia.
PrEP is a medication that may be risky for some people who have other health conditions and part of the assessment will include asking about your medical history. PrEP is part of a package of healthcare which includes assessing your medical history before you start and regular testing for HIV and STIs and regular follow-up. Check out Burnett Foundation Aotearoa for more information. ()
In order to qualify for funded PrEP you must satisfy the PHARMAC eligibility criteria. Want to find out more and see if you are eligible for funded HIV PrEP? Read our information pamphlet [PDF, 432 KB].
-
Use our online tool to find out or read our information pamphlet() to find out more or see if you are eligible for funded HIV PrEP.
Step 1 = Pre-appointment Health Screening
You will be contacted by one of our clinical team members for an online screening questionnaire, health questionnaire and coordination of any prior testing. If your case is straightforward, our doctors can address your need in the first encounter.
Step 2 : Virtual or Physical appointment with Doctor
Upon receipt of your test results, we will schedule a virtual or physical appointment with our doctors to obtain more history and examination, before commencing treatment.
Step 3 : Commencement of investigation and / or treatment
Once diagnosis is established, our doctors can prescribe and administer treatment. The doctors may also require further follow up testing to reassess treatment response as well as provide support.
