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Improving Culturally Competent Lgbtq+ Care Among Primary Care Providers, Christopher Diaz
Improving Culturally Competent Lgbtq+ Care Among Primary Care Providers, Christopher Diaz
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Projects
Purpose: Although general efforts have been made to identify, address, and improve the standing of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning (LGBTQ+) community, many of these individuals continue to experience stigmatization and discrimination daily. These experiences influence the health of these individuals, which leads to several health disparities including an increased risk for numerous physical and mental health conditions.
Methods: Using nationally developed guidelines, the author of this project developed two didactic-style educational presentations for primary care providers to improve cultural competency for LGBTQ+ individuals. Eight providers completed both presentations, which explored the attitudes, knowledge, and beliefs/practice intentions of …