Ending the HIV Epidemic for Patient and Healthcare Staff Well-being

Launched by COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY · Mar 14, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial, titled "Ending the HIV Epidemic With Equity," aims to tackle the issues of racism and discrimination that affect Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) living with HIV and those who work in healthcare. The study will involve selected clinics funded by the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program in the Southern and Eastern United States. These clinics will work together to create programs that help reduce the impact of structural racism and discrimination. Participants, including clinic staff and some patients, will take part in training sessions designed to raise awareness and improve the clinic environment. Every six months, they will also complete surveys to track progress over a period of 18 months.

To be eligible for this trial, clinics must primarily serve a BIPOC population and show a strong interest in addressing racism and discrimination. The recruitment is currently ongoing, and there are no specific age or gender restrictions for participants, as the study welcomes everyone. This trial represents an important step in promoting equity in healthcare for people living with HIV, ensuring that everyone receives fair treatment and support.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• * Selected Ryan White Clinics. Selection based on the following:
• • First, clinic leaders will complete a 15-min Site Characteristics Survey, assessing suitability for participation and clinic comparability for randomization purposes. Staff and leadership at Ryan White clinics will next complete an anonymous 15-minute Eligibility Survey.
• • Within each clinic, both clinic staff and patients will be invited to participate.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Non-Ryan White Clinics
• • Clinics not located in the geographical area of interest
• • Clinics that are not interested in participating