Business Details
47 Years
experience
Your Trusted LGBTQ+ Health Center in Philadelphia
Mazzoni Center has been the primary comprehensive LGBTQ+ health and wellness center in Philadelphia since 1979. Our mission is to provide quality comprehensive health and wellness services in an LGBTQ-focused environment while preserving the dignity and improving the quality of life of the individuals we serve. With 130 staff members, we serve over 15,000 patients annually through primary medical care, HIV and STI testing, gender-affirming care, behavioral health services, legal support, housing assistance, and youth programs. We accept most major insurance plans and offer sliding-scale options for uninsured individuals.Our integrated approach to care includes clinicians, medical case managers, registered nurses, and an on-site behavioral health consultant. We operate a secure online patient portal for convenient communication and appointment management. Our history of innovation includes establishing Pennsylvanias first HIV testing site and the regions first HIV-specific food bank. We remain committed to addressing emerging needs in the LGBTQ+ community while maintaining a safe, competent, and affirming environment for all.
Services
Primary Care
HIV Treatment
Sexual Health Services
Behavioral Health
Youth Drop-In Clinic
Gender-Affirming Care
Hepatitis C Treatment
Chest and Cervical Health
Medical Case Management
Food Bank Services
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We have 40+ years of specialized experience in LGBTQ+ healthcare.
- Our integrated care model combines medical, behavioral, and social services.
- We maintain a safe, affirming environment for all patients.
- Our staff includes experts in HIV care, gender-affirming treatments, and sexual health.
- We offer sliding-scale fees and insurance assistance for accessibility.
Services
Primary Care Services
We provide comprehensive primary medical care for patients of all ages in a welcoming environment. Our services include chronic disease management, sexual health screenings, behavioral health consultations, and on-site pharmacy access. Patients receive coordinated care through a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, nurses, and case managers.
HIV Care
Our HIV specialists deliver compassionate care for individuals living with HIV, combining primary care with targeted treatment. Services include medication management, adherence counseling, and seamless referrals to mental health programs, housing assistance, and on-site pharmacy services. We maintain zero waitlists for newly diagnosed patients.
Youth Drop-In Clinic
This program offers walk-in medical and social services for ages 14-24, including STI testing, PrEP/PEP access, HIV care, and mental health support. No appointments or insurance are required, with confidential care available for sexual and mental health services.
Chest and Cervical Health
We provide inclusive reproductive healthcare including cervical cancer screenings, family planning, birth control access, and breast/chest health management. All services are available on a sliding-scale basis regardless of insurance status, with integrated mental health and pharmacy support.
Hepatitis C Treatment
Our team offers curative hepatitis C treatments with 95%+ success rates through personalized oral medication regimens. Services include pre-treatment counseling, insurance navigation, adherence support, and connections to housing, transportation, and substance use programs.
People
Simon J. Trowell
Chief Executive Officer
Simon J. Trowell leads Mazzoni Center with extensive nonprofit management experience, focusing on expanding LGBTQ+ healthcare access and organizational sustainability.
Questions
What services does Mazzoni Center offer?
We provide primary care, HIV/STI testing, gender-affirming care, behavioral health services, youth programs, and social support programs including housing and food assistance.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept most major insurance plans, including PA Medicaid through Keystone First and Medicare Part B. Sliding-scale options are available for uninsured patients.
Are services confidential?
All medical visits are confidential for patients over 18. Patients under 18 receive confidential sexual and mental health care without parental permission.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Current patients can use our online portal. New patients should contact us directly at 215-563-0658 for primary care or 215-985-9206 for sexual health services.
What makes Mazzoni Center unique?
We specialize in LGBTQ+-affirming care with integrated medical, behavioral, and social services under one roof, serving Philadelphia's LGBTQ+ community since 1979.
