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December 1, 2021
Year-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 have ever had a difficult time finding the right medical provider – someone who you could talk to, who took you seriously, and who spent time getting to know you in a judgment-free environment – then you are not alone. In fact, a recent KFF survey found that over one-third of LGBTQ+ Americans report that they have had a negative experience with a medical provider in the last two years.
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.
How We’re Different
At Harmony Healthcare, creating an open and accepting environment isn’t just an afterthought. It’s the reason we’re here. It’s clear that there’s a need for medical providers who know exactly what the members of our LGBTQ+ community are experiencing, and our providers strive to offer a unique perspective and healthcare experience that is tailored to each patient.
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.
Our office provides medical care to our patients regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay. Our services include:
- Medical services for Hepatitis C
- Medical care for HIV
- PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis)
- PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis)
- Testing and treatment for STIs
- And additional services
Wellness That Goes Beyond Medical Treatment
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.
This is why Harmony Healthcare provides non-medical case management to help connect our patients to the community resources that can help them the most. We can provide referrals for mental health counseling, help finding food assistance, public assistance, employment opportunities, and more.
Increased Accessibility
Our office has solutions that meet you where you are. If transportation has been a barrier to your access to healthcare, we offer transportation services to get you to your appointments. We also have a new mobile medical unit that allows us to bring our services to even more people in our community.
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!
