COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT The Denver TBD care hub is working on setting up a partnership with Colorado Medicaid to help patients who can’t afford the price point. According to TBD employee Peyton Weaver, TBD’s opening in October was well-received by community members. To COURTESY OF TBD DENVER COURTESY OF TBD DENVER Health clinics often have limited appointments available, or it may take several weeks to see a doctor, but according to Estey, the TBD medical team is determined to see as many patients as possible. “If you walk in [to our clinic], you might have to wait 10 to 15 minutes,” said Estey. “We pride ourselves on being able to offer appointments that are the same day, because [addressing] sexual health is important.” Cost is often something patients worry about when going to the doctor, but Estey said TBD strives for affordability. “If TBD is outside what you are able to spend, we always make sure we hook you up with good resources,” Estey said. Services at the Las Vegas clinic vary from $60 for a general consultation, to a polyamorous/unsure exposure panel for $325. This panel is full-range of STD testing for those with multiple partners, or just those who are unsure about their status. Estey said the Denver clinic’s prices are similar. COURTESY OF TBD DENVER drum up business and encourage word-of-mouth referrals, the clinic offered free STI tests. There was also a ribbon-cutting ceremony with members from Mayor Johnston’s office and representatives of the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce. “Clients are so excited to have a care hub like this in the area—where not only can they get tested, but learn about sexual health,” said Weaver. According to Estey, the most important role the clinic can fill is to provide a judgment-free zone where patients can get the services they need. “[If we can] get people to feel good about getting STD/STI tests and having great, healthy sex, we are making progress towards fulfilling our commitment,” Estey said. Anyone who is not comfortable visiting the clinic can request STI/STD testing kits from TBD’s website. For more information on TBD’s Denver care hub, visit https://www. tbd.health/clinic/denver-larimer. ■ November 2023 DENVER VOICE 11
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