Special care · LGBTI+

Safe to be yourself at the GP

Every group has its own care needs, including the LGBTI+ community. With us you can talk openly about your sexual orientation, gender identity and anything that is on your mind.

A GP who is open to diversity

As a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or intersex person, it is important that you can go to a GP who is open to sexual and gender diversity. You should be able to be open about who you are safely and discuss your complaints with confidence. That leads to a better relationship of trust and to good, balanced care.

LGBTI+-friendly

Our GPs and staff are open-minded and tolerant. We think it is important that everyone can be themselves. That is why we are affiliated with Roze in Wit (literally ‘Pink in White’), an initiative by doctors that works for greater visibility of LGBTI+ people in healthcare. This shows that we are LGBTI+-friendly.

In our practice you can safely be open about your sexual orientation and your sex or gender identity, and talk openly about what is on your mind. We also pay attention to requests for help that may arise from this. For example, we prescribe PrEP and you can come to us for the check-ups that go with it.

At a glance

Affiliated with Roze in Wit
PrEP and the associated check-ups
STI tests in our own practice
Confidential and without judgement

Direct contact

Practice: 010 452 77 92
Mon–Fri 08.00 – 17.00

Evenings, nights and weekends:
Huisartsenpost SFG 010 466 95 73

Our care

What can you see us about?

With general complaints and with questions about sexual health or gender: you are very welcome.

PrEP

Pills that prevent HIV. We prescribe PrEP and do the check-ups.

STI test

Testing for STIs, with confidential results and treatment.

Gender identity

A listening ear, information and, if needed, a referral to specialised care.

Mental wellbeing

Talks with the GP or our mental health practice nurse (POH-GGZ).

Relationships and sexuality

You can discuss questions or problems around sex and relationships in confidence.

All other complaints

Of course you can also come to us with any other complaint.

Make an appointment

What can you expect from us?

Whether you have questions or complaints about sexual or gender diversity, or general complaints that have nothing to do with it: you are very welcome with us.

We treat your question in complete confidence. Where possible we start treatment ourselves, and if necessary we refer you to the right care provider.

Comparison

PrEP, PEP and condoms: what is the difference?

Three ways to protect yourself, each with its own purpose.

	PrEP	PEP	Condom
What is it?	Pills you take beforehand to prevent HIV	Emergency treatment after a possible HIV risk	Protection during sex
When?	Daily or around sex, according to a schedule	As soon as possible, at the latest within 72 hours of the risk, for 4 weeks	Every time you have sex
Protects against HIV	Yes	Yes	Yes
Protects against other STIs	No	No	Yes mostly
Where available?	GP or GGD (municipal public health service; PrEP programme)	During the day the practice, after that the huisartsenpost (out-of-hours GP service) or A&E	Drugstore and supermarket
Check-ups	Every 3 months a test for HIV, STIs and kidney function	Follow-up check as agreed	None

Do you think you may have been at risk of HIV? Do not wait, call immediately: PEP works best if you start as soon as possible.

Frequently asked questions

Questions about LGBTI+ care

Can’t find your question? Please feel free to contact us.

What does it mean that the practice is LGBTI+-friendly?

We are affiliated with Roze in Wit. This means that you can safely be open with us about your sexual orientation and gender identity, and that our staff listen to you without judgement.

Do I have to tell you my sexual orientation or gender identity?

No, that is never compulsory. It can, however, help us give you the right care, for example with STI tests or PrEP. What you tell us remains confidential.

Can I get PrEP from you?

Yes. Before you start, we test for HIV, STIs and your kidney function. After that there is a check-up every 3 months. Via the GP you usually pay for the pills yourself, and the laboratory tests count towards your deductible (eigen risico). At the GGD you can take part in the PrEP programme under certain conditions.

What is PEP and where do I get it?

PEP is an emergency treatment after a possible HIV risk. Start as soon as possible, at the latest within 72 hours. During the day, call the practice; outside opening hours, the huisartsenpost or A&E.

How often should I be tested for STIs?

That depends on your situation. If you have changing partners, regular testing is sensible, for example every 3 to 6 months. If you use PrEP, you are tested every 3 months.

Can I come to you with questions about gender identity or transition?

Yes. The GP listens, gives information and refers you to specialised gender care if necessary. We also remain your GP during and after a transition.

Can you use my preferred name and pronouns?

Let the doctor’s assistant or the GP know. We will take it into account as best we can.

I am struggling with my feelings or with reactions from people around me.

You can talk to us about that. The GP or our mental health practice nurse thinks along with you and refers you if necessary. If you are thinking about suicide, call 113 (0800-0113) or 112.

Can my partner come to the appointment?

Yes, of course. Let us know if you would rather speak to the GP alone; that is always possible too.

Is what I tell you confidential?

Yes. All staff are bound by professional confidentiality. We do not share any information with others without your consent.

Special care

Questions or need an appointment?

Call the practice on weekdays between 8:00 and 17:00, or book an appointment yourself via Uw Zorg Online. For urgent matters outside opening hours, call the out-of-hours GP service (huisartsenpost).