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LGBTQ+ Healthcare Providers Who Support the Whole You
December 1, 2021Year-round, having healthcare providers who truly understand your individuality is crucial. And that’s why Harmony Healthcare offers the LGBTQ-friendly doctors in Orlando.
If you’ve ever felt dismissed, misunderstood, or unsafe in a medical setting, you’re not alone. A recent national survey found that over one-third of LGBTQ+ Americans reported having a negative experience with a healthcare provider in just the past two years. These aren’t just statistics — they’re lived experiences that make finding the right doctor feel out of reach.
At Harmony Healthcare, we’re changing that experience, one patient at a time.
Of the nearly 5,000 adults surveyed:
- 13% of LGBTQ participants indicated their medical provider implied they were responsible for their health issues.
- 16% mentioned their doctor doubted their honesty.
- 29% reported their healthcare provider disregarded their worries.
Statistics like this are the reason that we need LGBTQ-friendly doctors in Orlando and everywhere else too.
What Does LGBTQ-Friendly Healthcare Look Like?
LGBTQ-friendly doctors in Orlando don’t just treat symptoms — they treat people with understanding, respect, and cultural competence. That means:
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Listening without judgment
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Using inclusive language and pronouns
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Offering relevant screenings and preventive care
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Creating a safe space for open conversations
It also means understanding how stigma, discrimination, and health disparities impact LGBTQ+ individuals and tailoring care to meet those realities.
How We’re Different
At Harmony Healthcare, being open and welcoming isn’t an add-on—it’s our core mission! We understand the need for healthcare providers who truly grasp the experiences of the LGBTQ+ community. That’s why our team strives to offer each patient a healthcare journey that’s tailored just for them.
We provide services with or without insurance, including:
- HIV care and treatment
- PrEP and PEP access
- Hepatitis C treatment
- STI testing and treatment
- Primary and preventive care
- Gender-affirming and respectful services for all identities
Wellness That Goes Beyond The Exam Room
Your needs go beyond medical care, and our providers understand that. The COVID-19 pandemic has seriously affected our LGBTQ+ community. With over 40% of employed LGBTQ+ individuals working in K-12 and higher education, restaurants and food service, hospitals, or retail, the impact that COVID-19 had on these industries has been passed down to LGBTQ+ employees.
These negative economic consequences have increased the need for housing, reliable transportation, food assistance, and other basic necessities.
Our case managers can help you connect with:
- Food assistance and housing support
- Mental health resources
- Public benefit programs
- Employment and transportation services
Increasing Access for Everyone
Transportation shouldn’t keep you from getting the care you need. That’s why Harmony Healthcare offers transportation assistance and a mobile medical unit that brings essential services directly into the community.
Wherever you are in your healthcare journey, we’ll meet you there — literally and figuratively.
Looking For LGBTQ-Friendly Doctors in Orlando? Give Us a Call!
Harmony Healthcare is here to show you the difference that comfortable and welcoming medical care can make in your life. Contact us today to take charge of your health!