Callen-Lorde Community Health Center on Tuesday announced the expansion of services at its Brooklyn facility by offering same-day appointments to increase access to timely, affirming care for LGBTQ+ individuals.
“The LGBTQ+ community is going through a lot right now and it's really important that our community have access to safe and welcoming healthcare which is why it's so exciting that we are now able to offer same-day appointments,” said Paula Ellison, director of Callen-Lorde Brooklyn.
Located at 40 Flatbush Avenue Extension, the site provides comprehensive care including primary care, sexual health services, HIV screening and treatment, transgender healthcare, women’s health and adolescent services. As a nonprofit community health center, Callen-Lorde serves patients regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.
Appointments are available to both new and existing patients from any borough. The center has also introduced a “fast pass” system to streamline care for patients receiving in-clinic injections, allowing them to pick up medications like testosterone or PrEP from the pharmacy and proceed directly to their appointments.
Callen-Lorde's expansion comes at a time when access to LGBTQ+ healthcare is under threat in some parts of the country. The organization, which has provided judgment-free care to LGBTQ+ communities since the days of Stonewall, continues to prioritize equity, accessibility and dignity in healthcare.
Same-day appointments can be scheduled by calling (718) 215-1818 or through the MyChart patient portal.
