The University of Iowa HIV Program uses a multi-disciplinary approach to provide comprehensive HIV care including:
- Pharmacist consultation
- Specialized medical care
- Clinical trials
- Education and information
- Social services and community referrals
- HIV specific financial programs such as Ryan White funds
- Psychiatry services
- Nutrition consultation
- Referrals to HIV-experienced professionals in all medical specialties including: Dentistry, Dermatology, Gastroenterology, Neurology, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Oncology, Ophthalmology, and many others.
Virology Clinic
The Virology Clinic was established in 1988 to provide comprehensive care to people with HIV infection in Iowa and neighboring states. The clinic is staffed by Infectious Diseases physicians and nurse practitioners who are experienced in HIV/AIDS medical care.
Clinical Trials
When you become a Virology Clinic patient you are entered into a confidential data base used to determine eligibility for clinical trials. When research trials open that you are eligible for and that may benefit you, you will be contacted. Studies will also be publicized in the clinic newsletter.
Follow-up visits, laboratory tests, and study medications are often provided free of charge. If you are interested in participating in a research study please discuss it with your physician.
Confidentiality
Virology Clinic staff understand the confidentiality concerns of many people with HIV and are familiar with laws protecting HIV-related information. You will be asked at your first visit about your wishes relating to sharing of information with referring physicians, support agencies, or prayers, and your wishes will be respected.
Appointment Scheduling
If you have tested positive for HIV, to schedule your first appointment, call the Virology Clinic at 319-356-8133 and ask to be scheduled as a new patient. After your first visit, you may schedule your next appointment before you leave. Appointments are needed to make sure you will be able to see your physician. Please call Scheduling 319-356-8133 if you miss or will be late for an appointment.
Patient Information
Contacting Program Staff
Director
Jack Stapleton, MD: 319-356-3168
Associate Director
Jeff Meier, MD: 319-356-7055
Nurse Practitioners
- Kris Davis: 319-356-8132
- Kathy Flanders: 319-335-8431
Social Workers
- Carol Paper: 319-353-7917
- Tricia Carey Kroll: 319-384-7307
Program Assistant
- Rina Chavdhary: 319-384-9017
The HIV Program hours are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. If you are seriously ill and need medical attention after office hours, call 319-356-1616 and ask for the Team 2 Infectious Disease physician on 24-hour call.
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