Archived Webinars

Positive Sexuality Series | SOGI 101: Understanding Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity to Improve Patient Care

Originally recorded on November 30, 2022
Presenters: Grayson Schultz & Ren Grabert, MEd

Positive Sexuality Series
The second session in MATEC-Wisconsin’s 2022-2023 Positive Sexuality Series on LGBTQ+ inclusive health care, SOGI 101: Understanding Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity to Improve Patient Care is a training which aids clinical and non-clinical staff in understanding sexual orientation and gender identity to support patients more effectively.

Program Description
This virtual training is designed to provide participants with both fundamental cultural competency knowledge about the spectrum of LGBTQ+ identities as well as specific language to use to demonstrate respect and inclusion with patients, families, and co-workers. An overview of definitions and terminology related to sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) will be provided to build confidence across clinic staff. The impact of stigma and discrimination on health care experiences and on health outcomes and disparities will be covered, particularly for people with HIV. We will also briefly cover considerations for creating a clinic environment to help patients feel welcomed and open in discussing gender and sexuality with their provider team.

Intended Audience
Physicians, PAs, nurses/NPs, social workers, behavioral health staff, pharmacists, front desk staff, and administration. Others involved in HIV/STI care and prevention are welcome to participate.

Learning Objectives
As a result of attending this activity, participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate understanding of the spectrum of sexual orientations and gender identities (SOGI).
• Utilize the correct terminologies related to sexual orientation and gender identity.
• Summarize the connection between stigma and discrimination, health care experiences, and health outcomes/disparities.
• Identify actions to be taken to create a clinic space where patients feel welcomed and open in discussing gender and sexuality with their provider team.

Register to receive recording link: https://matec.caspio.com/dp/BA50700090280c9da9194a3daf9c?ER_ID=40308

Originally recorded on April 26, 2023
Presenters: Ronni Hayon, MD & Muhammad Daud, MD, AAHIVM

Positive Sexuality Series
The fifth session in MATEC-Wisconsin’s 2022-2023 Positive Sexuality Series on LGBTQ+ inclusive health care, Transgender & Non-Binary Health Care for Medical Providers, is a training which aids clinical staff in more effectively supporting transgender and non-binary patients, whether they have HIV or not.

Program Description
Transgender and nonbinary people often face unique barriers and obstacles in accessing health care beyond those that many people already face. Providing transgender and nonbinary inclusive care is about providing services that are inclusive to people of all gender identities, whether they have HIV or are seeking to prevent acquiring it, and to improve health outcomes. Join this virtual program to improve your knowledge, skills, and ability to provide compassionate, non-judgmental care for all patients, particularly those who identify as transgender or nonbinary.

• Participants are encouraged to review the SOGI 101: Understanding Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity to Improve Patient Care archived webinar prior to viewing this webinar. This will provide a baseline of knowledge about sexual orientation and gender identity which will be beneficial.

Intended Audience
This activity is intended for medical providers, including but not limited to physicians, PAs, nurses/NPs, and pharmacists. Others involved in HIV/STI care are welcome to participate.

Learning Objectives

As a result of attending this activity, participants will be able to:

• Define key terms related to transgender healthcare.​
• Describe unique healthcare needs and challenges faced by transgender individuals.​
• Demonstrate understanding of HIV prevalence inequities in gender minority populations.
• Identify best practices for creating a welcoming and inclusive healthcare environment.​
• Review guidelines for providing hormone therapy including potential risks, benefits, and side effects.​
• Review common surgical procedures and referral process.

Register to receive recording link: Due to the current climate surrounding transgender issues nationally, please email matec@medicine.wisc.edu to request registration access to this archived webinar.

Originally recorded on June 14, 2023
Presenter: Callen Smith, RN, MSN

The sixth session in MATEC-Wisconsin’s 2022-2023 Positive Sexuality Series on LGBTQ+ inclusive health care, Transgender & Non-Binary Healthcare for Non-Clinical Staff is a training which aids non-clinical staff in more effectively supporting transgender and non-binary patients, whether they have HIV or not.

• Participants are encouraged to review the SOGI 101: Understanding Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity to Improve Patient Care archived webinar prior to attending this event. This will provide a baseline of knowledge about sexual orientation and gender identity which will be beneficial.

Intended Audience
This activity is intended for nonclinical healthcare staff, including but not limited to administrators, front desk staff, and anyone who may interact with patients in a nonclinical capacity.

Learning Objectives

As a result of attending this activity, participants will be able to:

• Make use of terms related to sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) in communication.
• Identify the role different forms of stigma play in accessing HIV and other clinical care.
• Select at least two strategies which help create an inclusive clinic environment.

Register to receive recording link: Due to the current climate surrounding transgender issues nationally, please email matec@medicine.wisc.edu to request registration access to this archived webinar.

Originally recorded on June 15, 2023
Presenters: Elliot Tebbe, PhD, LP and Stephanie Budge, PhD

Positive Sexuality Series
The seventh and final session in MATEC-Wisconsin’s 2022-2023 Positive Sexuality Series on LGBTQ+ inclusive health care, Transgender & Non-binary Healthcare for Behavioral Health Providers is a training which aids behavioral health providers in more effectively supporting transgender and non-binary patients, whether they have HIV or not.

• Participants are encouraged to review the SOGI 101: Understanding Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity to Improve Patient Care archived webinar prior to attending this event. This will provide a baseline of knowledge about sexual orientation and gender identity which will be beneficial.

Learning Objectives
As a result of attending this activity, participants will be able to:

• Identify best practices for creating an inclusive behavioral healthcare environment for transgender and non-binary clients.
• Demonstrate understanding of HIV prevalence inequities in gender minority populations.
• Summarize the theoretical frameworks which inform recommendations for practice.
• Choose strategies to build resiliency for addressing stigma and promoting healing and connection.
• Identify strategies for exploring pleasure-oriented sexuality.

Register to receive recording link: Due to the current climate surrounding transgender issues nationally, please email matec@medicine.wisc.edu to request registration access to this archived webinar.

Originally recorded on May 19, 2023

Presenter:Melinda Marasch, LCSW

Program Description:
High rates of attacks against healthcare workers over the last 10 years prompted The Joint Commission to revise their workplace violence prevention standards in 2022. De-escalation training is critical to support the health and safety of both patients and staff during escalating situations. Meanwhile, trauma-informed practices can increase patient engagement, treatment adherence, and health outcomes, as well as improve provider and staff well-being. Trauma-informed de-escalation techniques provide the best of both worlds. During this training, participants will learn about healing-informed care – a healing-centered approach to trauma-informed care – before exploring effective de-escalation approaches and practicing applying these during the interactive session. Participants will also develop a de-escalation integration plan to implement in their day-to-day work.

Learning Objectives:

As a result of attending this activity, participants will be able to:

• Summarize Healing (Trauma) Informed Care (HIC)
• Explain at least 3 approaches that are often effective for de-escalation
• Apply effective de-escalation approaches to HIV care
• Develop a plan to integrate de-escalation approaches learned

Originally recorded on May 24, 2023

Moderator: Ajay K. Sethi, PhD, MHS (he/him)
Keynote Speaker: Mati Hlatshwayo-Davis, MD, MPH

Program Description:
As part of a bold U.S. Department of Health and Human Services-wide initiative that strives to end the HIV epidemic in the United States by 2030, the Ending the HIV Epidemic in the United States (EHE) initiative is “vital to regain momentum, advance innovation, and achieve health equity”, according to the CDC. In the wake of COVID-19, expanding the four science-based strategies of Diagnose, Treat, Prevent, and Respond are essential to success in EHE efforts. Join this virtual program to learn about the equitable and innovative efforts the City of St. Louis (Missouri) Department of Health have engaged in to ensure access to HIV prevention, treatment and care.

Learning Objectives:

As a result of attending this activity, participants will be able to:

• Relate the impact of COVID-19 on public health priorities
• Outline Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) plans
• Relate EHE outcomes with lessons learned and best practices
• Summarize the Fast Track Cities initiative in St. Louis, and efforts to address health disparities among marginalized populations with HIV