Sexual Health & STD Prevention in NYC
Sexual Health Care in NYC — Private, Judgment-Free, and Actually Convenient
Getting sexual health care in New York City shouldn't mean sitting in a crowded waiting room, explaining yourself to multiple staff members before you see a doctor, or waiting weeks for results with no follow-up.
At U Care MD, sexual health is primary care — handled privately, thoroughly, and by one doctor who actually knows you. Whether you're looking for STI screening, starting PrEP, exploring Doxy-PEP, or discussing contraception, Dr. Kuan-Yu Chen provides comprehensive sexual health services in a space where you can speak openly without judgment.
Private STI Screening & Treatment
STI screening at U Care MD is straightforward, confidential, and designed around your comfort. You book directly, you arrive, and you speak with Dr. Chen — no crowded waiting rooms, no explaining your reason for visit to a front desk, no being triaged through multiple staff members before getting to the point.
Screening is comprehensive and can include testing for:
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HIV
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Chlamydia and gonorrhea
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Syphilis
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Herpes (HSV-1 and HSV-2)
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Hepatitis A, B, and C
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HPV screening and vaccination
If treatment is needed, it's handled immediately — no referral, no separate appointment, no additional wait. And because you're a member, follow-up is built in. If something needs to be rechecked or a treatment course needs to be confirmed, you message Dr. Chen directly.
PrEP — Oral and Injectable
Oral PrEP (Truvada / Descovy)
Daily oral PrEP is highly effective at preventing HIV transmission when taken consistently. Dr. Chen handles the full process — baseline labs, prescription, and ongoing 3-month monitoring visits — all within your membership.
Injectable PrEP (Apretude/ Yeztugo)
For patients who prefer not to take a daily pill, Apretude (cabotegravir) and Yeztugo (lenacapavir) are long-acting injectable PrEP given once every two and six months individually. It offers the same high level of HIV protection as daily oral PrEP, without the daily adherence requirement. Dr. Chen can discuss whether injectable PrEP is the right fit for your lifestyle and manage your injections on schedule.
Getting Started on PrEP
Starting PrEP involves a baseline visit, HIV and STI testing, kidney function labs, and a conversation about which formulation works best for you. Monitoring visits are included in your membership — no separate billing for follow-up.
Doxy-PEP
Doxy-PEP (doxycycline post-exposure prophylaxis) is a single dose of doxycycline taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex to reduce the risk of bacterial STIs — specifically chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. Studies have shown significant reduction in STI rates among people who use Doxy-PEP consistently.
Dr. Chen can discuss whether Doxy-PEP is appropriate for you, prescribe it, and monitor for any long-term considerations (such as antibiotic resistance patterns) as part of your ongoing sexual health plan. Many patients use Doxy-PEP alongside PrEP as part of a comprehensive prevention strategy.
Contraception Counseling
Choosing the right contraception is a personal decision — one that depends on your health history, lifestyle, preferences, and relationship structure. Dr. Chen offers thorough contraception counseling covering the full range of options:
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Hormonal methods — pills, patches, rings, injections, implants
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Intrauterine devices (IUDs) — hormonal and copper
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Barrier methods — including correct use and efficacy
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Emergency contraception — Plan B and Ella, when and how to use them
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Permanent options — what to consider and referrals when appropriate
There's no rush, no pressure, and no judgment about your choices or relationship structure. The goal is to find what actually works for your life.
Why U Care MD for Sexual Health
One Doctor, Total Privacy
At urgent care or a public sexual health clinic, getting an STI test typically means a front desk interaction, intake with a medical assistant, a nurse visit, and then finally — the doctor. That's a lot of people to discuss something personal with.
At U Care MD, you speak with Dr. Chen. That's it. No crowded waiting rooms, no multiple staff handoffs, no risk of running into someone you know while waiting.
Follow-Up Without an Extra Bill
If a result needs to be rechecked, a medication needs adjustment, or you have a question about your treatment — you don't need to book another appointment or pay another urgent care bill. As a member, direct follow-up with Dr. Chen is included.
Judgment-Free, LGBTQIA+ Affirming
Dr. Chen is an LGBTQIA+ affirming provider with specific expertise in sexual health for queer and gender-diverse patients. No assumptions, no awkward questions, no need to explain your relationship structure or identity before getting the care you need.
On Your Insurance or Without It
If you have insurance, lab work and medications can often be billed through your plan. If you don't, Dr. Chen can help identify affordable cash-pay lab options and patient assistance programs for PrEP medications — so cost isn't a barrier.
Getting Started
Start with a free virtual meet & greet with Dr. Chen — a no-cost, no-obligation conversation about your sexual health needs and how U Care MD can support them.
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U Care MD is an LGBTQIA+ affirming Direct Primary Care practice located at 481 8th Ave, Suite 1144, New York, NY 10001. Dr. Kuan-Yu Chen provides comprehensive sexual health services including STI screening, PrEP, Doxy-PEP, and contraception counseling for patients throughout Manhattan and New York City.
