Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Questioning (LGBTQ) Clinic
States that in no aspect of its programs shall there be differences in the treatment of persons because of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification that deprives the person of consideration as an individual.
You have a right to expert health care, delivered by providers who listen to your concerns, address your needs, and respect your confidentiality.
At the University of Iowa Health Care LGBTQ Clinic, you’ll find the advanced, comprehensive health care you need in the welcoming, inclusive environment you deserve.
Our specialized care teams follow national and international guidelines to provide supportive, state-of-the-art care specific to our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning patients — including patients with disabilities and non-English speakers.
Please note that current Iowa law prohibits certain gender-affirming care for patients under the age of 18. We provide services in compliance with applicable law.
Inclusive, multidisciplinary care — all in one place
From routine checkups and preventative care to mental health services and chronic disease management, the LGBTQ Clinic is a safe space for you to turn for all your health care needs.
Here, you’ll have access to a wide range of experts who are specially trained to provide compassionate, full-service care specific to your LGBTQ identity, including family medicine providers, urologists, obstetrician gynecologists, plastic and reconstructive surgeons, gastroenterologists, otolaryngologists, therapists, pharmacists, and more.
And, as part of the broader UI Health Care system, we can easily coordinate with any other specialists or providers involved in your care, providing support and advocacy when you need it.
LGBTQ medical services
- Routine physical exams and wellness
- Same-day urgent care visits
- Cervical cancer screening
- Anal cancer screening
- Immunizations
- Diabetes management
- High blood pressure and cholesterol management
- Contraceptive management
- Infertility treatment
- Sperm or egg freezing
- Family planning
- Breast exams
- Pelvic exams
- Menopause care
- Obstetric care
- Sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing and treatment
- HIV testing and prevention
- PrEP and PEP
- DoxyPep
- Hormone therapy (for patients ages 18 years and older)
- Gender-affirming surgeries
- Gender-affirming voice services
- Laser hair removal
- Counseling services
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
Our Care Team
Providers at UI Health Care’s LGBTQ Clinic offer a full spectrum of services to meet all your health care needs.
Not sure which Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Questioning (LGBTQ) Clinic provider is right for you?
- Alex Shulista, RN (Internal Medicine)
- Bridgette Hintermeister, RN (Family Medicine)
- Hannah Ringsdorf, RN (Family Medicine)
- Jamie Edel, RN (Internal Medicine)
Locations and Offices
Patient Stories