HIV Women's Program

Request appointment

(415) 353-2119

The UCSF HIV Women's Program provides culturally sensitive expert care for HIV-infected women and their children, who may or may not be HIV positive. The program addresses the concern that HIV-positive women often neglect their own medical needs because they're caring for dependents.

The service was established under the direction of Dr. Ruth Greenblatt, an infectious disease specialist, and now is directed by Dr. Edward Machtinger, an internist and HIV specialist.

Our services include:

Access to extensive social, legal and housing services
Health care for mothers and their children
Opportunities to enroll in clinical trials

The team includes experts in infectious disease, obstetrics, gynecology and pediatrics, as well as developmental psychologists and psychotherapists, nutritionists, pharmacists and social workers. Volunteer lawyers provide legal advice on issues such as workers' rights, guardianship and estate planning.

Doctor referral required

Our locations

Expand Map

Patient education

FAQ: HIV Testing

Commonly asked questions regarding HIV Testing including, why, when and where you should be tested and what to do if your test returns positive for HIV.

Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) to Prevent HIV Transmission

Commonly asked questions regarding Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) to Prevent HIV Transmission including, frequency, side effects, prescriptions and more.

Our team

Support services

View All

Patient Resource

Case Management and Social Work

Connect with a team that can help you find resources, solve problems and advocate for you during treatment at UCSF.

Class

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Class

This eight-week UCSF class teaches mindfulness practices, such as meditation and body awareness, that can reduce stress and improve your overall health.