To increase the rates of successful antiretroviral treatment (ART) in order to reduce HIV transmission and HIV-related deaths of those newly diagnosed with HIV, the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Medical Center Adult HIV Clinic collaborated with the Florida Department of Health and the South Florida AIDS Network to launch a Test and Rapid Response Treatment Program.
Led by Dr. Michael Kolber, MD, PhD, and Dr. Allan Rodriguez, MD, this program works to reduce HIV transmission and HIV-related deaths by providing immediate ART on the same day as an HIV diagnosis. This reduces the time from diagnosis to the first dose of medication for patients who test positive. Since March 2016, over 500 individuals have entered care and over 90% have remained in care where they have received sustained viral suppression.
This program has been expanded to include individuals re-engaging with HIV care.
Address:
Jackson Memorial Hospital
1800 NW 10th Avenue, Miami, FL 33136
Phone: 205-243-3838
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