This training session will be held in person at UPMC Community Care's Latterman Family Health Center, located at 2347 5th Ave, McKeesport, PA 15132.  

Audience:

The program is intended for healthcare workers and clinicians employed by Latterman Family Health Center.

The training content has been tailored to meet the educational needs of clinical and non-clinical personnel. 

Training Sessions:

8:00 AM – 8:30 AM

Registration

8:30 AM – 8:40 AM

Welcome & Introduction

Kim Sabolcik, MSW (she/her/hers)
Regional Coordinator, MidAtlantic AETC
University of Pittsburgh, School of Public Health

8:40 AM – 9:40 AM

Foundations of HIV

Tom Wen-Han Su, MPH, NRP
HIV Educator, MidAtlantic AETC
University of Pittsburgh, School of Public Health

Objectives: 

1. Describe the different ways HIV is transmitted.
2. Identify the signs and symptoms of acute HIV infection.
3. Discuss the course of HIV disease with and without ART.

9:40 AM – 10:40 AM

Exploring the Connections: HIV, Substance Use, & Mental Health

Tom Wen-Han Su, MPH, NRP
HIV Educator, MidAtlantic AETC
University of Pittsburgh, School of Public Health

Kim Sabolcik, MSW
Regional Coordinator, MidAtlantic AETC
University of Pittsburgh, School of Public Health

Objectives:

1. Describe different substance use disorders and discuss their implications for HIV acquisition and care.
2. Discuss mental health disorders and how they may impact HIV acquisition and care.
3. Utilize case studies to identify co-occurring behavioral health conditions and best approaches to enhance client care.

10:40 AM – 10:50 AM

Break

10:50 AM – 11:50 AM

Exploring the Essentials of HIV, STIs, & Viral Hepatitis

Lydia Nieminen, MPH, a-IPC
HIV Educator, MidAtlantic AETC
University of Pittsburgh, School of Public Health

Objectives:

1. Compare disease trends, clinical signs, and transmission routes for HIV, viral hepatitis, and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
2. Review national guidelines for screening, testing, and treating STIs and HCV for persons with or without HIV.
3. Discuss strategies for HIV/STI prevention and control. 

11:50 AM – 12:20 PM

The Role of a RWHAP Part C Clinic in Ending The HIV Epidemic

Oladoyin Desalu, MS, MPH, DrPH
Consultant, MidAtlantic AETC
Adjunct Instructor, Infectious Diseases and Microbiology
University of Pittsburgh, School of Public Health
Chief Consultant, HHS Consulting

Objectives:

1. Describe the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program (RWHAP) and identify its six distinct parts.
2. Discuss the role of RWHAP Part C clinics and the importance of early HIV intervention services within the community.

12:20 PM – 12:30 PM

Evaluation and Concluding Remarks

12:30 PM

Adjournment

Certificate of Attendance:

To receive a certificate of attendance, the required evaluation must be completed and returned to MAAETC staff before departure.

Certificates of Attendance will be sent out via email 4-6 weeks after the event has been completed.

Funding Acknowledgement:

The MidAtlantic AIDS Education and Training Center (MAAETC) is grant-funded by DHHS, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) as part of an award of $3,561,880 and 0% financed with non-governmental sources. Funding was made possible by TR7HA53201-01-00 from the HRSA, HIV/AIDS Bureau. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services, nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. Any trade/brand names for products mentioned during the event presentations are for training and identification purposes only. The contents of this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government. For more information, please visit HRSA.gov.

If you are interested in attending or holding a similar event for your team, please contact us at maaetc@pitt.edu.