HIV Care
HIV Treatment & Care in the Bronx, NY
HIV care means taking daily medication that keeps the virus under control so you stay healthy and can't pass HIV to a sexual partner. With treatment, HIV is a manageable long-term condition — and it's managed here, in a neighborhood office, not only at a hospital across the borough.
Who this is for
- People living with HIV who want a doctor close to home
- Anyone newly diagnosed who needs to start treatment and doesn't know where to begin
- Patients who have been out of care for a while and want to restart — you will not be judged for the gap
- People who want their HIV care and their primary care in the same office, with one doctor
- Spanish-speaking patients who want care in their own language
What happens at the visit
A first visit that takes your history seriously
Your doctor reviews your diagnosis, any treatment you've had, medications you've tried, and what has and hasn't worked in your life around taking them.
Labs
Viral load and CD4 count tell us how the virus and your immune system are doing. We also check kidney and liver function, cholesterol, hepatitis status and screen for other infections.
A treatment plan
Modern HIV treatment is usually one pill a day. Your doctor picks a regimen with your other health conditions, medications and daily routine in mind, and explains what to expect.
Follow-up and monitoring
Regular visits track your viral load until it's undetectable and keep it there, while also handling the ordinary primary care everyone needs — blood pressure, cholesterol, vaccines and screening.
Staying on track
Insurance problems, pharmacy problems, side effects, a hard month. Call the office. Adherence support is part of the care, not a favor.
Ready when you are
Calling is the fastest way to be seen. Our staff answers in English or Spanish.
Undetectable equals untransmittable
When treatment keeps the amount of virus in your blood below the level a test can measure, HIV cannot be passed to a sexual partner. This is widely known as U=U — undetectable equals untransmittable.
Reaching and holding an undetectable viral load is the goal of every treatment plan here, and it's what the regular lab checks are measuring.
An AAHIVM-credentialed physician on Southern Boulevard
Dr. Albert Slezinger, MD is credentialed by the American Academy of HIV Medicine, the national body that credentials clinicians with demonstrated HIV care experience. He also practices general primary care, so your HIV care and the rest of your health live in one chart with one physician.
Visits are discreet. The waiting room is a family practice waiting room, and nobody has to know why you're there.
What to bring
- Photo ID and insurance card
- Your current medications, including HIV medication bottles
- Recent lab results if you have them — viral load, CD4
- The name of any clinic or doctor who treated you before
- The pharmacy you want your prescriptions sent to
Insurance and cost
Medicaid, managed Medicaid plans including Amida Care and most commercial plans cover HIV care and medications. New York State offers additional programs for people who are uninsured or underinsured.
We accept Medicaid and most managed Medicaid plans, along with many commercial plans. Coverage rules change often, so call (917) 801-0954 with your card in hand and our staff will confirm what your plan covers before your visit.
Self-pay patients are welcome. Ask our front desk what a visit will involve when you call so there are no surprises.
See the full list of plans we accept
Frequently asked questions
- Can I get HIV care and my regular doctor visits in one place?
- Yes. That's how the practice is set up — your HIV care, your physical, your blood pressure and your vaccines are handled by the same physician.
- I've been off treatment for a long time. Can I come back?
- Yes, and you should. Call (917) 801-0954. Restarting is common and you will be met without judgment.
- Is my care confidential?
- Yes. Your diagnosis and your records are protected by federal privacy law and by New York State law, which is especially strict about HIV information.
- How often will I need appointments?
- It depends on how your labs look and whether your regimen is new. Once your viral load is stable, visits are less frequent — your doctor will set the schedule with you.
- Do you speak Spanish?
- Yes. Both physicians and the front-desk staff work in English and Spanish.
- What if I can't afford my medication?
- Tell us. There are Medicaid, state and manufacturer programs that cover HIV medication, and our staff will help you find the one that fits.
Related services
This page is for general information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always talk with your physician about your own health. If this is a medical emergency, call 911.
Appointments
Call about hiv care.
Our staff can help you in English or Spanish.
