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Roundtables

38. Comprehensive Care for Immune-Compromised Patients: Navigating Sexual Health Education Challenges and Opportunities

In an era where sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are on the rise among older Americans, immunocompromised patients undergoing biologic treatments face an even greater risk. This roundtable, led by Sagebrush Health, a non-profit dedicated to protecting vulnerable patients, enhancing continuity of care and reducing financial risk, delves into the complexities of providing essential sexual health education to this vulnerable group. We will explore the intersection of clinical care, education, and advocacy, emphasizing the unique challenges and opportunities in safeguarding the health of patients on immunosuppressive therapies. Join us to discuss innovative strategies, collaborative opportunities, and the critical role of healthcare providers in bridging the gap between clinical treatment and comprehensive patient education.
In an era where sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are on the rise among older Americans, immunocompromised patients undergoing biologic treatments face an even greater risk. This roundtable, led by Sagebrush Health, a non-profit dedicated to protecting vulnerable patients, enhancing continuity of care and reducing financial risk, delves into the complexities of providing essential sexual health education to this vulnerable group. We will explore the intersection of clinical care, education, and advocacy, emphasizing the unique challenges and opportunities in safeguarding the health of patients on immunosuppressive therapies. Join us to discuss innovative strategies, collaborative opportunities, and the critical role of healthcare providers in bridging the gap between clinical treatment and comprehensive patient education.

Learning Objectives

  • Highlight the increasing rates of STIs among older Americans and the amplified risks for patients on immune-suppressing biologic treatments, underscoring the need for targeted sexual health education.
  • Examine the current and emerging trends in sexual health among biologic infusion patients, focusing on the implications for patient access, care quality, and provider reimbursement challenges.
  • Identify effective strategies and solutions to address the clinical, operational, and regulatory hurdles in providing comprehensive protection and education to high-risk patients undergoing infusion therapy.
  • Speaker(s)

    Guru Charan MBA

    Rajesh Sonani MD

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