{"id":12731,"date":"2023-06-14T15:04:01","date_gmt":"2023-06-14T15:04:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/?p=12731"},"modified":"2025-04-18T02:46:36","modified_gmt":"2025-04-18T02:46:36","slug":"why-inclusive-health-care-matters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/2023\/06\/14\/why-inclusive-health-care-matters\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Inclusive Health Care Matters"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12740 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2023\/06\/iStock-1376008144-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Why Inclusive Health Care Matters\" width=\"700\" height=\"394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2023\/06\/iStock-1376008144-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2023\/06\/iStock-1376008144-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2023\/06\/iStock-1376008144-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2023\/06\/iStock-1376008144-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2023\/06\/iStock-1376008144-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2023\/06\/iStock-1376008144-1200x675.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/2023\/06\/14\/why-inclusive-health-care-matters\/#espanol\">Para leer en Espa\u00f1ol, por favor haga clic aqu\u00ed<\/a><\/p>\n<p>For many members of the LGBTQ+ community, finding the right health care provider can be a challenge. At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/\">Cooper University Health Care<\/a>, members of the LGBTQ+ community have access to a network of providers who offer health care services in a safe, caring space as part of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/services\/cooper-proud-lgbtq-health\">Center for LGBTQ+ Health<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cStudies show that, historically, members of the LGBTQ+ community have experienced discrimination or discomfort in traditional health care settings, leading them to avoid essential medical care,\u201d says <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/doctors\/ryan-kirker-ms?_gl=1%2Afbp6jd%2A_ga%2AMTc2NDQxMTExOC4xNjYxODgwODEw%2A_ga_Q7FC98J25G%2AMTY4NjE2NjE4NC4yNTkuMS4xNjg2MTY2NzIwLjAuMC4w\">S. Ryan Kirker, MS, PA-C<\/a>, a physician assistant at the Center for LGBTQ+ Health at Cooper. \u201cWe are proud to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for our patients.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Center for LGBTQ+ Health includes providers across multiple specialties who understand the needs of the LGBTQ+ community. Our team of caring and supportive experts throughout the Cooper health care system includes primary care, plastic surgery, breast surgery, urology, clinical psychology, OB-GYN, addiction services, and more.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMany of our services are unique for this community, but we also offer routine health care \u2013 such as managing high blood pressure or diabetes, having mental health discussions, and providing vaccinations, says <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/doctors\/justin-schweitzer-do\">Justin Schweitzer, DO<\/a>, Medical Director for LGBTQ+ Health and Primary Care at Cooper. \u201cMany patients might not need unique care; they just need to be sure they\u2019re in a safe and comfortable environment.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Our experts throughout South Jersey provide many services, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Well visits\/primary care<\/li>\n<li>PrEP and TelePrEP<\/li>\n<li>STD testing and sexual health counseling<\/li>\n<li>Hormone therapy<\/li>\n<li>Surgery<\/li>\n<li>Speech\/vocal therapy<\/li>\n<li>Substance abuse\/addiction services<\/li>\n<li>Mental health services<\/li>\n<li>Trans-inclusive OB-GYN care<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Many patients already feel vulnerable when going to a doctor\u2019s office. Imagine also wondering if the providers and staff will discriminate against them, embarrass them, or dismiss their needs. Cooper understands LGBTQ+ health issues and terminology, and LGBTQ+ individuals can expect our staff to affirm each individual\u2019s sexual orientation and\/or gender identity while being respectful and sensitive to their needs.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cA trusting partnership between any patient and provider is key,\u201d says Kirker. \u201cBut for patients with special health care needs, it\u2019s especially important to connect on a human level. A positive relationship can help patients share things they might not have been able to share with others so they can get the most complete health care.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Last year, Cooper was recognized as an <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/news\/2022\/03\/cooper-university-health-care-designated-as-top-performer-in-human-rights-campaign-foundations-2022-healthcare-equality-index\/?_gl=1*1p313yr*_ga*MTc2NDQxMTExOC4xNjYxODgwODEw*_ga_Q7FC98J25G*MTY4NjI0Mzc1My4yNjEuMC4xNjg2MjQzNzUzLjAuMC4w\">LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performer<\/a> from the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hrc.org\/resources\/healthcare-equality-index\">Healthcare Equality Index<\/a>, the nation\u2019s leading survey dedicated to evaluating health care organizations\u2019 policies and procedures related to the equitable treatment and inclusion of LGBTQ+ patients, visitors, and employees. Cooper is one of 251 health care organizations nationwide to receive this designation.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAcross the organization, Cooper is taking steps to make sure all patients feel welcome, and that our team members feel welcome working here,\u201d Dr. Schweitzer says. \u201cAs the region\u2019s leading academic health system, we have medical students, residents, and fellows who help us take care of our patients. Part of the work I do is to ensure they have ample opportunities to learn more about LGBTQ+ health.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019re here for you,\u201d Kirker adds. \u201cOur mission at Cooper is to serve, to heal, to educate, and that\u2019s what we\u2019re doing for our for all of our patients, including members of the LGBTQ+ community.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>To make an appointment at the Center for LGBTQ+ Health at Cooper, please call <a href=\"tel:8565361515\">856-536-1515<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/services\/cooper-proud-lgbtq-health\">click here<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n<p><a><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Por qu\u00e9 es importante la atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica inclusiva<\/h2>\n<p>Para muchos miembros de la comunidad LGBTQ+, encontrar el proveedor de atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica adecuado puede ser un desaf\u00edo. En <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/\">Cooper University Health Care<\/a>, los miembros de la comunidad LGBTQ+ tienen acceso a una red de proveedores que ofrecen servicios de atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica en un espacio seguro y atento como parte del <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/services\/cooper-proud-lgbtq-health\">Center for LGBTQ+ Health<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Los estudios muestran que, hist\u00f3ricamente, los miembros de la comunidad LGBTQ+ han experimentado discriminaci\u00f3n o incomodidad en los entornos tradicionales de atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica, lo que los lleva a evitar la atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica esencial&#8221;, dice <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/doctors\/ryan-kirker-ms?_gl=1%2Afbp6jd%2A_ga%2AMTc2NDQxMTExOC4xNjYxODgwODEw%2A_ga_Q7FC98J25G%2AMTY4NjE2NjE4NC4yNTkuMS4xNjg2MTY2NzIwLjAuMC4w\">S. Ryan Kirker, MS, PA-C<\/a>, asistente m\u00e9dico en el Centro. para la salud LGBTQ+ en Cooper. \u201cEstamos orgullosos de brindar un ambiente acogedor e inclusivo para nuestros pacientes\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>El Centro para la Salud LGBTQ+ incluye proveedores de m\u00faltiples especialidades que entienden las necesidades de la comunidad LGBTQ+. Nuestro equipo de expertos atentos y de apoyo en todo el sistema de atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica de Cooper incluye atenci\u00f3n primaria, cirug\u00eda pl\u00e1stica, cirug\u00eda de senos, urolog\u00eda, psicolog\u00eda cl\u00ednica, obstetricia y ginecolog\u00eda, servicios para adicciones y m\u00e1s.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Muchos de nuestros servicios son exclusivos para esta comunidad, pero tambi\u00e9n ofrecemos atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica de rutina, como el control de la presi\u00f3n arterial alta o la diabetes, conversaciones sobre salud mental y vacunas&#8221;, dice <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/doctors\/justin-schweitzer-do\">Justin Schweitzer, DO<\/a>, director m\u00e9dico de LGBTQ+ Health and Primary. Atenci\u00f3n en Cooper. \u201cMuchos pacientes podr\u00edan no necesitar atenci\u00f3n \u00fanica; solo necesitan asegurarse de estar en un ambiente seguro y c\u00f3modo\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>Nuestros expertos en todo el sur de Jersey brindan muchos servicios, que incluyen:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Visitas de bienestar\/atenci\u00f3n primaria<\/li>\n<li>PrEP y TelePrEP<\/li>\n<li>Pruebas de ETS y asesoramiento sobre salud sexual<\/li>\n<li>Terapia hormonal de afirmaci\u00f3n de g\u00e9nero<\/li>\n<li>Cirug\u00eda de afirmaci\u00f3n de g\u00e9nero<\/li>\n<li>Terapia del habla\/vocal de afirmaci\u00f3n de g\u00e9nero<\/li>\n<li>Servicios de adicci\u00f3n\/abuso de sustancias<\/li>\n<li>Servicios de salud mental<\/li>\n<li>Atenci\u00f3n obst\u00e9trica y ginecol\u00f3gica trans-inclusiva<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Muchos pacientes ya se sienten vulnerables cuando van al consultorio de un m\u00e9dico. Imag\u00ednese tambi\u00e9n preguntarse si los proveedores y el personal los discriminar\u00e1n, avergonzar\u00e1n o ignorar\u00e1n sus necesidades. Cooper entiende los problemas de salud y la terminolog\u00eda LGBTQ+, y las personas LGBTQ+ pueden esperar que nuestro personal afirme la orientaci\u00f3n sexual y\/o la identidad de g\u00e9nero de cada individuo, al mismo tiempo que es respetuoso y sensible a sus necesidades.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cUna asociaci\u00f3n de confianza entre cualquier paciente y proveedor es clave\u201d, dice Kirker. \u201cPero para los pacientes con necesidades especiales de atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica, es especialmente importante conectarse a nivel humano. Una relaci\u00f3n positiva puede ayudar a los pacientes a compartir cosas que quiz\u00e1s no hayan podido compartir con otros para que puedan obtener la atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica m\u00e1s completa\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>El a\u00f1o pasado, Cooper fue reconocido como uno de los <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/news\/2022\/03\/cooper-university-health-care-designated-as-top-performer-in-human-rights-campaign-foundations-2022-healthcare-equality-index\/?_gl=1*1p313yr*_ga*MTc2NDQxMTExOC4xNjYxODgwODEw*_ga_Q7FC98J25G*MTY4NjI0Mzc1My4yNjEuMC4xNjg2MjQzNzUzLjAuMC4w\">mejores en igualdad de atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica LGBTQ+<\/a> del <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hrc.org\/resources\/healthcare-equality-index\">\u00cdndice de igualdad de atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica<\/a>, la encuesta l\u00edder del pa\u00eds dedicada a evaluar las pol\u00edticas y los procedimientos de las organizaciones de atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica relacionados con el tratamiento equitativo y la inclusi\u00f3n de pacientes, visitantes y empleados LGBTQ+. Cooper es una de las 251 organizaciones de atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica de todo el pa\u00eds en recibir esta designaci\u00f3n.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cEn toda la organizaci\u00f3n, Cooper est\u00e1 tomando medidas para asegurarse de que todos los pacientes se sientan bienvenidos y que los miembros de nuestro equipo se sientan bienvenidos trabajando aqu\u00ed\u201d, dice el Dr. Schweitzer. \u201cComo el sistema acad\u00e9mico de salud l\u00edder en la regi\u00f3n, contamos con estudiantes de medicina, residentes y becarios que nos ayudan a cuidar de nuestros pacientes. Parte del trabajo que hago es asegurarme de que tengan amplias oportunidades para aprender m\u00e1s sobre la salud LGBTQ+\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cEstamos aqu\u00ed para usted\u201d, agrega Kirker. \u201cNuestra misi\u00f3n en Cooper es servir, sanar, educar, y eso es lo que estamos haciendo por todos nuestros pacientes, incluidos los miembros de la comunidad LGBTQ+\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>Para programar una cita en el Centro para la Salud LGBTQ+ en Cooper, llame al <a href=\"tel:8565361515\">856-536-1515<\/a> o <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/services\/cooper-proud-lgbtq-health\">haga clic aqu\u00ed<\/a> para obtener m\u00e1s informaci\u00f3n.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Para leer en Espa\u00f1ol, por favor haga clic aqu\u00ed For many members of the LGBTQ+ community, finding the right health care provider can be a challenge. 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