Optimizing HIV PrEP for MSM
Optimizing PrEP Selection and Persistence for MSM

Released: January 05, 2023

Expiration: January 04, 2024

Jason E. Farley
Jason E. Farley, PhD, MPH, ANP-BC, FAAN, FAANP, AACRN

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In this episode, Jason E. Farley, PhD, MPH, ANP-BC, FAAN, FAANP, AACRN, discusses optimizing HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) selection and persistence for men who have sex with men (MSM), including:

  • Disparities in PrEP uptake for MSM
  • What healthcare professionals can do to address disparities in PrEP uptake
  • Providing PrEP within a program that includes sexual health and primary care services, in addition to prescribing PrEP
  • PrEP medication options for MSM
  • Helping patients access PrEP medications
  • Barriers to PrEP persistence
  • Strategies for aiding in PrEP persistence, including:
    • Increasing access to healthcare professionals through text messaging and telemedicine
    • Ensuring a welcome and sex-positive environment
    • Partnering with pharmacists and community health workers for follow-up