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Confidential & Affordable HIV Care in Edmond, Oklahoma

Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a virus that affects the immune system. Without treatment, HIV can lead to serious health complications. With early testing, appropriate treatment, and ongoing medical care, people living with HIV can manage the condition and live long, healthy lives.
At Optimum Care Partners, we provide confidential HIV testing, prevention services, treatment, and education in a respectful, supportive, and judgment-free environment. Our team is committed to helping patients understand their options and access the care they need. HIV can affect anyone. Knowing your status is an important part of protecting your health and the health of your partners.

How HIV Can Be Transmitted

HIV can be transmitted through certain types of contact with infected blood, semen, vaginal fluids, rectal fluids, or breast milk. Common routes of transmission include:
  • Vaginal or anal sex without appropriate protection or prevention measures
  • Sharing needles, syringes, or other injection equipment
  • Certain types of blood-to-blood exposure
  • Transmission from a mother to a baby during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding
If you think you may have been exposed to HIV, talk with a healthcare professional about testing as soon as possible. Early testing can help you understand your status and determine whether additional care or prevention options may be appropriate.

HIV Testing in The Oklahoma City and Edmond Area

Optimum Care Partners provides confidential HIV testing in Edmond, Oklahoma, serving patients throughout the Oklahoma City metro area. Our team provides discreet, respectful care and can help you understand the testing process and next steps.
  • Confidential and professional care
  • Supportive, judgment-free environment
  • Convenient appointment scheduling
  • Testing options based on individual needs and availability
Insurance coverage for HIV testing varies by plan, provider, and service. Please verify benefits with your insurance carrier and our office. For patients without insurance, affordable testing options may be available at a specific low-cost rate as $4. At Optimum Care Partners, we believe patients should have access to confidential, respectful healthcare and the information they need to make informed decisions about their health.

HIV Prevention

HIV prevention includes understanding your risk, getting tested regularly, and using effective prevention options when appropriate. With the right prevention strategies, people can significantly reduce their risk of acquiring HIV and protect their long-term health.

At Optimum Care Partners, we provide confidential HIV prevention services, including PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) and PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis). Our healthcare team offers private consultations, risk assessments, and personalized guidance in a respectful, supportive, and judgment-free environment.

Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)
PEP is an emergency HIV prevention treatment used after a potential exposure to HIV. It should be started as soon as possible and within 72 hours of a potential exposure. PEP involves taking HIV medicines for a short course, typically 28 days, as prescribed by a healthcare professional.

If you believe you may have been exposed to HIV, seek medical evaluation promptly. A healthcare professional can determine whether PEP is appropriate and help you understand the next steps.

Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)
PrEP is medication used by people who do not have HIV to help prevent HIV infection before potential exposure. When taken as prescribed, PrEP is highly effective at reducing the risk of acquiring HIV through sex or injection drug use.

PrEP is available in different medication options and dosing schedules, depending on individual circumstances. Patients taking PrEP need regular follow-up care and HIV testing to monitor their health and ensure the medication remains appropriate.

At Optimum Care Partners, our team can discuss your HIV prevention needs, answer your questions, and help you understand whether PrEP or other prevention strategies may be appropriate for you.

Other Methods of HIV Prevention

Abstinence
Choosing not to have vaginal, anal, or oral sex eliminates the risk of sexual HIV transmission. For people who are sexually active, reducing the number of sexual partners and having open conversations about HIV and STI testing can help reduce potential exposure.

Use Condoms Consistently and Correctly
Using condoms correctly every time you have vaginal or anal sex can significantly reduce the risk of HIV transmission and can also help prevent other sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Barrier methods can also be used during oral sex to reduce exposure to HIV and other STIs.

Avoid Sharing Injection Equipment
People who inject drugs should never share needles, syringes, or other injection equipment. Using new, sterile equipment each time can help reduce the risk of HIV and other infections transmitted through blood.

Get Tested Regularly
Regular HIV and STI testing can help you understand your health status and identify infections early. Your healthcare provider can recommend a testing schedule based on your individual circumstances and potential risk factors.

At Optimum Care Partners, we provide confidential HIV prevention education, testing, and medical prevention services in a respectful and judgment-free environment. If you have questions about HIV prevention, safer sex practices, PrEP, PEP, or testing, our healthcare team is here to help you understand your options.

Treating HIV Today

A positive HIV test does not mean the end of a healthy and fulfilling life. With effective treatment and ongoing medical care, people living with HIV can manage the condition and live long, healthy lives. HIV does not define who you are.

If you test positive for HIV, it is important to connect with HIV medical care as soon as possible. At Optimum Care Partners, we provide confidential HIV treatment, monitoring, education, and ongoing support in a respectful and judgment-free environment.

Antiretroviral Therapy (ART)
Although there is currently no cure for HIV, antiretroviral therapy (ART) can control the virus by reducing the amount of HIV in the body, known as the viral load. When ART is taken consistently as prescribed, it can lower the viral load to an undetectable level for many people.

Undetectable = Untransmittable (U=U)
Maintaining an undetectable viral load is important for your health and can prevent sexual transmission of HIV. This is commonly referred to as U=U (Undetectable = Untransmittable). Regular medical care, HIV testing, and adherence to treatment are important parts of maintaining viral suppression.

If you have recently been diagnosed with HIV or are looking for ongoing HIV medical care in the Edmond or Oklahoma City area, contact Optimum Care Partners to schedule a confidential appointment.

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We’re conveniently located just 2 minutes south of 15th Street and Bryant Avenue in Edmond, Oklahoma, at 1501 E 19th St, Edmond, OK 73013.

Monday: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Tuesday: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Wednesday: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Thursday: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Do I Need To Be Tested For HIV?

How Often Should I Get Tested for HIV?

The CDC recommends that everyone ages 13 to 64 get tested for HIV at least once as part of routine healthcare. More frequent testing may be recommended for people who have certain risk factors or ongoing potential exposure to HIV.

Depending on your circumstances, your healthcare provider may recommend testing once a year or more frequently, including every 3 to 6 months when appropriate.

You may benefit from more frequent HIV testing if you:
  • Have multiple sexual partners
  • Have been diagnosed with an STI
  • Have a sexual partner who has HIV or whose HIV status is unknown
  • Share needles, syringes, or other injection equipment
  • Have other factors that may increase your risk of HIV exposure
  • Are pregnant or planning to become pregnant

Your recommended testing schedule depends on your individual circumstances, potential exposure, and healthcare needs.

At Optimum Care Partners, we provide confidential HIV testing in Edmond, Oklahoma, in a respectful and supportive environment. Our healthcare team can help you understand your testing options and determine an appropriate screening plan based on your individual needs.

Types of HIV Tests

Types of HIV Tests

There are several types of HIV tests. The test recommended for you may depend on when a potential exposure occurred, your individual circumstances, and the testing options available.

HIV Antibody Tests

HIV antibody tests detect antibodies produced by the immune system in response to HIV. These tests may use blood or oral fluid, depending on the test. Blood tests using a sample from a vein may detect HIV earlier than some finger-stick or oral-fluid tests.

Some antibody tests are available as rapid HIV tests, which can provide results relatively quickly.

HIV Antigen/Antibody Tests

HIV antigen/antibody tests detect both HIV antibodies and the p24 antigen, a protein associated with the virus that can appear before HIV antibodies develop.

Because these tests can detect HIV earlier than antibody-only tests, they are commonly used for HIV screening and are available as laboratory-based and certain rapid tests.

Nucleic Acid Tests (NAT)

Nucleic acid tests (NATs) detect HIV genetic material in the blood. They can detect HIV earlier than many antibody-based tests and may also be used to measure the amount of HIV in the blood, known as the viral load, when clinically appropriate.

NATs are generally more expensive and are typically used in specific situations, such as when recent HIV exposure is suspected or when other test results require further evaluation.

Which HIV Test Is Right for You?

The appropriate HIV test depends on factors such as when a potential exposure occurred, your individual risk factors, symptoms, and previous test results. A healthcare professional can help determine which testing option is appropriate for your situation.

At Optimum Care Partners, we provide confidential HIV testing in a respectful and supportive environment. Our team can help you understand your testing options and next steps.

For more information about HIV testing, visit the CDC website:
https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics/testing.html