INFECTIOUS DISEASE CLINIC (ID)
HIV OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (HOP)

OUR MISSION

As a component of the Infectious Disease Clinic, the HIV Outpatient Program (HOP) subscribes to the mission of the Ambulatory Care Division and Interim LSU Public Hospital (click here for a list of other LSU ambulatory/outpatient clinics). HOP is committed to providing quality health care to adults and children living with HIV and AIDS, with an emphasis on health maintenance, promotion and disease prevention. Care rendered is comprehensive, interdisciplinary and in partnership with the consumer. We are committed to a health care system that protects consumer confidentiality, maximizes community input, and respects cultural diversity of both staff and consumers.

HIV SERVICES DELIVERED AT THE INFECTIOUS DISEASE CLINIC

CLINICAL
The HIV Outpatient Program (HOP) has been recognized nationally for its innovative approach to patient services and many of its dedicated staff continue to teach other providers the art and sciences of HIV and AIDS care. The multidisciplinary clinic provides services utilizing physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, psychiatrists, social workers, dentists, dental hygienists, health educators, nutritionists, respiratory therapists, physical therapists, pharmacists, pharmacy techs, radiology techs, phlebotomists, case managers, administrative staff and research staff. Learn more about HOP.

RESEARCH
The Research Division is a working group in the Division of HIV/Section of Infectious Disease within the Department of Medicine at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center (LSUHSC). The HIV Outpatient Program participates in adult, adolescent and pediatric clinical trials, NIH-sponsored studies and pharmaceutical-sponsored studies. Learn more about HOP Research.

EDUCATION
The Delta Region AIDS Education and Training Center educates clinicians (physicians, dentists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses and pharmacists) about the rapidly-changing standards of care for individuals with HIV/AIDS. Delta Region AETC is part of a nationwide network providing HIV/AIDS training to health care providers. Learn more about Delta AETC.

OUR HISTORY

HOP's history began in 1987 as an outgrowth of the Medical Center of Louisiana/Charity Infectious Disease Clinic, continued through its transformation into the Ted Wisniewski Center of Excellence for the Treatment of Immunodeficiency Diseases, and today is rebuilding after the many changes wrought by Hurricane Katrina and the subsequent flooding caused by levee failures. Learn more about HOP's history.

CONTACT INFECTIOUS DISEASE CLINIC/HOP

To make an appointment or refer a patient/client, call us at 504-903-6959 or 903-6572.

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