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S3E10 - Understanding and Decreasing Barriers to Accessing HIV Prevention

Episode Notes

Despite dramatic advances in HIV prevention, administrative, social, and economic barriers continue to prevent life-saving medications from reaching the individuals who need them most. Host Dr. Kimberly Eck sits down with Dr. Jason Schneider and Jendayi Griggs from the Emory School of Medicine and Grady Health System to examine clinical and community-based strategies for overcoming healthcare friction.

Drawing from their work in urban safety-net clinic environments, Schneider and Griggs discuss practical solutions to improve PrEP uptake, reduce medical mistrust, streamline clinic workflows, and expand culturally affirmative care across Metro Atlanta.

Key Takeaways:

Safety-Net Care Innovation: Lessons learned from delivering HIV prevention in high-volume public health settings like Grady Health System.
Reducing Administrative Barriers: Streamlining prescribing protocols and patient navigation to maintain care engagement.
Community-Centered Trust: Building clinical spaces that prioritize health equity, cultural humility, and patient dignity.

Resources:

View Dr. Schneider’s Faculty Profile: https://med.emory.edu/directory/profile/?u=JSSCHNE
Institutional Partners:
Emory University School of Medicine: https://med.emory.edu/
Grady Health System: https://www.gradyhealth.org/
Awareness Month Note: Lead up to World AIDS Day on December 1, 2026.

Call to Action:

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