Sexual Health Clinic

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About the Program

For more than 60 years, the Sexual Health Clinic at Massachusetts General Hospital has provided screening and treatment of sexually transmitted infections. Services are provided in a confidential setting by a professional staff trained in the area of sexually transmitted infections. Everyone is welcome, regardless of age or insurance status.

The Sexual Health Clinic offers the following services for adolescents and adults:

• Evaluation and treatment for sexually transmitted infection including: chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, genital herpes infections (HSV), genital warts - Human papilloma virus (HPV), molluscum, scabies and vaginitis
• Evaluation, testing, and treatment of Mpox
• Testing for the human immunodeficiency virus infection (HIV)
• Initiation of PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis for HIV) in both pill and injectable forms.
• Pap Smear test
• Counseling on prevention of HIV infection
• Testing for Hepatitis C
• Vaccinations for sexually transmitted infections
• Post-exposure prophylaxis (nPEP) after a sexual exposure to HIV
• Doxycycline post-exposure prophylaxis for STIs (aka Doxy PEP)
• Information and literature regarding sexually transmitted infections and safer sex practices

Frequently-Asked Questions about Health Insurance

Sexual Health Clinic Staff

Medical Director

Kevin Ard

Nurse Practitioners

Vitor Cardoso
Diane Kanjilal
Nancy Nicholson
Bobby Ober
Emily Perriello
Daniel Worall

Nurses

Theresa Minukus (Nurse Manager)
Alissa Kim
Dari Vasquez

Administrative Manager

Chris England

Administrative

Brittany Archie
Murillo Duarte
Chris England
Patty Lopes

Community Engagement

Eric Jaukkuri

Data Analyst

Christine Germain

Research

Daniel Kong

Events

Berklee Resource Fair, Trans Visibility Week
Date: March 31
Time: 12-2pm
Location: 160 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02115

La Colaborativa, Health Fair
Date: March 29
Time: 12-4pm
Location: Survival Center, La Colaborativa | 63th Sixth Street, Chelsea, MA
Flyer

HIV/HCV Advocacy Day
It will be a fun time of advocacy and empowerment where we'll walk the halls of the State House and advocate with legislators.  It's a chance to make your voice heard along with the voices of other passionate advocates and share why HIV/HCV and infectious disease funding matters to our community. Whether you're a seasoned advocate or new to advocacy, this event is open to all who are passionate about making a difference.
Date: Thursday, March 27
Time: 10am-12:30pm
Location: MA State House (General Hooker Entrance) | 24 Beacon Street, Boston MA

Are You Passionate about Ending the HIV Epidemic in Boston?
Sponsored by the Blu Foundation
Date: April 3
Time: 1-3pm
Location: Lena Park Community Development Corporation|150 American Legion Way, Boston, MA 02124
To RSVP, please email: Boston Lesbigay Urban Foundation info@lesbigayurbanfoundation.org

Wicked Queer Film Festival
Date: April 4-13
Time: Various
Location: Various

Fallen Fruit
Screening Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025 2:30 PM
Venue: Brattle Theatre
Description: A heartbroken 20-something reluctantly returns to his childhood home in Miami, where he’s forced to reevaluate his relationships in the face of a looming hurricane.
Trailer: https://youtu.be/oQFw2UJceH0?si=SzLZABPUg9yyjE68

Blue Lights
Screening Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025 4:00 PM
Venue: Coolidge Corner Theatre
Description: This emotionally charged ensemble piece unfolds during Alejandro’s 70th birthday celebration, where friends and family members gather for an unforgettable night that will redefine their relationships. As secrets surface, tensions simmer and truths emerge, Blue Lights explores the intricacies of love, loss, friendship and the evolving dynamics of gay and lesbian relationships in a changing world. With stellar performances and a poignantly insightful narrative, the film offers a nuanced reflection on life’s complexities and the ties that bind us.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWuma_id--I

STI Awareness Week!
Introduce STI Awareness Week/Panel about PrEP in Collaboration with the Blu Foundation
Date: April 11
Time: 12-1pm
Location: Zoom! Stay tuned for an updated Zoom link.

Lesbian Nightlife Tea Dance at Dorchester Brewing Company
Date: April 13
Time: 4-8pm
Location: Dorchester Brewing Company

The Real Tea on STIS: Facts, Myths, and What You Need to Know (see flyer)
Let’s talk about SEXual Health. Join members of the MGH Sexual Health Clinic as they talk about STI Awareness Week, common myths, questions to ask your healthcare provider (Should I go on PrEP? What do I do if I have an STI?), and ways to take charge of your sexual health. Featuring our own Daniel Worrall.
Date: April 14
Time: 12-1pm
Location: https://partners.zoom.us/j/89859173796
Flyer

Bunker Hill Community College, Health is Wealth Summit
Date: April 15
Time: 11am-3pm
Location: Bunker Hill Community College

CAB, Lunch and Learn with the Blu Foundation
Recruiting event. An opportunity for folks to learn about the CAB, the work they have been doing, and to answer any questions they have before joining.
Date: April 16
Time: 12-1pm
Location: Zoom, stay tuned for link

Research Panel, STI Awareness Week
To conclude STI Awareness Week, our very own Daniel Kong, Brittany Archie, and Caleb Eliazer will discuss their roles as a research coordinator and talk about the studies they are working on.
Date: April 18
Time: 12-1pm
Location: In person, tbd

Age Positively Program, Cheesecake and Conversation
Date: April 22
Time: 12-1:30pm
Location: Yawkey 4^th Floor, Room 930

Community Together, Community Health Fair (see flyer)
Sponsored by the American Lung Cancer Screening Initiative
Date: Sunday, April 27
Time: 11am-3pm
Location: Roxbury Community College, Building 3|1234 Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA 02120
Flyer

Research Studies

ePN Study

Help improve STI care! Men who have sex with men; as well as transgender women (18+) can join a study on electronic partner notifications for sexually transmitted infections. Complete an anonymous survey to share your preferences and earn a $10 gift card.

Help Shape the Future of STI Care in Massachusetts!
We’re conducting a study to inform the creation of an electronic partner notification (ePN) system for the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. ePN allows individuals diagnosed with a sexually transmitted infection (STI) to anonymously and privately notify their sexual partners, linking them to care while maintaining confidentiality.

What Does this Study Involved?

• Complete an anonymous survey about your preferences for ePN.
• Participation is voluntary, and your privacy is fully protected—no personal identifiers will be linked to your responses.

Who Can Join?

• Men who have sex with men (including transgender men), 18 years or older
• Transgender women, 18 years or older.

Where to Participate?
Our survey can be completed online, independently, and on your own time. To receive a link to the survey, please contact our staff.

What’s in it for You?

• You’ll receive a $10 gift card to Target, Dunkin, Starbucks, or Subway within two weeks of completing the survey.

Who’s Behind the Study?
This study is a collaboration between the MGH Sexual Health Clinic and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, funded by the Harvard Center for AIDS Research. It’s led by Dr. Ingrid Bassett and Dr. Kevin Ard.

📩 Questions? Contact Dr. Ingrid Bassett at ibassett@mgh.harvard.edu.

👉 To Participate: Visit or contact study sites listed above

Your input will help improve STI prevention and care—thank you for contributing to public health!

Resources

Patient Resources

Older Gay and Bi Men Living with HIV
The Fenway Institute is recruiting older gay and bi men living with HIV for an important research project. Engagement with the project is virtual, though the study is seeking those living in eastern Massachusetts (Worcester and points east). Incentives will be offered.
More information

Cancer Center, Sexual Health Clinic
A cancer diagnosis and treatment can cause physical and emotional changes that can impact sexual function. Interventions offered by the Sexual Health Clinic may be able to help. Our goal is to help you maintain or reconnect with your sexual being after cancer. Appointments consist of: assessment, intervention, education, and support.
More information

LGBTQ+ Healthcare Directory
The LGBTQ+ Healthcare Directory is a project of the Tegan and Sara Foundation and GLMA – Health Professionals Advancing LGBTQ+ Equality. It is a free, searchable database of all kinds of doctors, medical professionals and healthcare providers who are knowledgeable and sensitive to the unique health needs of LGBTQ+ people in the USA and Canada. LGBTQ+ patients deserve healthcare providers who they can be open and honest with —free from fear of stigma or bias. The simple act of connecting patients with care is a solution to this problem.

Mental Health Resources

Find a therapist

Therapy Matcher

Therapy Matcher provides free, personalized, and confidential referrals to licensed independent clinical social workers across Massachusetts.

Psychology Today

Find a therapist in Massachusetts and is a media company that publishes a magazine and a website about human behavior and mental health. 

MA Behavioral Health Help Line

Call or Text: 833.773.2445

The Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line (BHHL) is here to connect you directly to clinical help, when and where you need it. Even if you’re not sure what kind of help or treatment you may need, we can help guide you.

• It’s free, confidential, and no health insurance is required.
• Real-time interpretation in 200+ languages.
• Deaf or hard of hearing? Contact MassRelay at 711, or use your video relay or caption provider of choice.

The Trevor Project

Phone: 1-866-488-7386

Text: Text ‘START’ to 678-678

If you are thinking about harming yourself — get immediate crisis support. Connect to a crisis counselor 24/7, 365 days a year, from anywhere in the U.S via text, chat, or phone. The Trevor Project is 100% confidential and 100% free.

Community Partners

Community Partner Highlight

BLU FOUNDATION

What is the Blu Foundation?

Boston Lesbigay Urban Foundation, Inc. is a Boston-based volunteer-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase awareness of and support for Boston's QTBIPOC community through education and curating spaces with integrity and pride.   Our Vision at Boston Lesbigay Urban Foundation is to create safe spaces while providing ways to build long-lasting relationships. We seek to break the cycle of dysfunction in marginalized communities making medical and mental health awareness a priority uplifting the voices of LGBTQ+ leaders, which will instill a sense of hope in the future for our black/brown/latino LGBTQ+ inner-city community.

Upcoming Events:

BLACK. Narratives in Boston’s Black Queer & Trans History Screening  (Friday, February 28th)

Boston Black Pride week (Saturday June 28th – Sunday July 6th, 2025)

Follow on Social Media:

• Instagram: Boston_Black_Pride  & Boston_lesbigayurbanfoundation
• FB: Boston Lesbigay urban Foundation & Boston Black Pride

Become part of the Blu Team:

• Volunteer with us
• Share our initiatives
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• https://www.lesbigayurbanfoundation.org

Mpox

Mpox Vaccination 
The MGH Sexual Health Clinic is offering vaccinations against mpox. To schedule an appointment for the vaccine, please call us at 617-726-2748.

If you are unable to come to the MGH Sexual Health Clinic, please refer to the list of clinics in Massachusetts offering vaccine appointments.
Should I get vaccinated?

Vaccination is one of the best ways to protect yourself against mpox. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends the mpox vaccine if you have not already been infected with mpox and either:

• Are a sexually active gay or bisexual man, trans woman, or nonbinary person who within the past 6 months has had a sexually transmitted infection (STI), multiple sexual partners, anonymous sexual activities, or sex at a sex club or large public event where mpox transmission is occurring
• Have had sex or intimate contact with someone who has mpox or meets the criteria described above, regardless of your sexual orientation or gender identity

If you have recovered from mpox, you do not need the mpox vaccine.