Community resource presentations: This is a clinical assignment used to introduce the learner
to the resources available in the community for a vulnerable population in reproductive health.
Each student needs to identify a resource available, and research information regarding services
offered, populations targeted, and accessibility of the resource. Examples of a vulnerable
population in reproductive health include, but are not limited to, the LGBTQ patient,
underserved patient, HIV positive and the adolescent patient. An important consideration is that
this is a “community” resource in this area, it could be the community of Drexel, or your clinical
site or Philadelphia. But this assignment must consist of resources in one of the communities in
which you are experiencing reproductive health concerns during this rotation. A short (5 min)
presentation by the student will be required during post conference week 9/10. A student must
get a minimum of 8/10 to pass the assignment. They will be offered one chance to re due if they
are unable to achieve an 8/10. The score is based on the rubric below.
Criteria
What is the resource and why did you choose this resource?
What is the target population and why is it considered vulnerable?
Is this a Federal, state or community funded resource?
How can you educate the target population on the availability of this resource
and services offered?
Presentation is at least 5 minutes in duration, well organized and
communicates the information thoroughly.
Total
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Points
2
2
1
2
3
10
to identify a resource available and research information regarding
o services offered
o populations targeted
o and accessibility of the resource
What is the target population and why is it considered vulnerable?
 The population that I have chosen to do my community presentation is on the
vulnerable population of LGBTQ members. The LGBTQ community is considered a
vulnerable population because many practicing individuals do not know how to treat
this community and pertain to their different needs. This can be related to sexual
preference, transitions, as well as different biased opinions.
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The LGBTQ community is also considered a vulnerable population specifically to
reproductive health as those who identify as transgender often get mislabeled,
misdiagnosed, and do not receive the proper care appointed to their transitions. In the
past, many individuals were discriminated against due to sexual orientation which lead
to improper care, avoiding care, and increased the detrimental outcomes of avoiding
their overall health with providers who did not understand them.
What is the resource and why did you chose this resource?
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Specifically, the resource that I chose has to do with Penn’s Reproductive health
program geared towards the LGBTQ community. The program encompasses care for
gynecology and obstetrical care as well as overall health for other members related to
LGBTQ.
o Penns resource offers patient centered care that is considered equal and
unbiased. They also have doctors who are both LGBTQ and Straight identifying
(allys), and can better help this vulnerable community by addressing concerns
more relatable to their needs.
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Penn is versatile in 5 areas of focus which are, visibility, education, research, care, and
community outreach.
o They have qualifications such as research including the care of LGBTQ identifying
patients. Community outreach such as including organizations to include in their
research studies. Penn is outreaching to a community that has not received
proper health care by including them in their studies. Patient centered care
alongside research can lead to better outcomes in this community geared
towards their needs. The promotion for equity and equality in provided by the
care that revolves around the needs of the individual and the community.
Penn has even been deemed “Leader in LGBT health care equality” by the human rights
campaign
o I think that this is a wonderful resource to help those who are unable to get
access care. This is important as not all hospitals have a program like this. The
important of knowledge and research for a target population is important in
addressing proper care and catering to the needs of the community.
Care provided
o Preferred name, pronouns, gender affirming
o Appropriate providers in a comfortable safe environment
o Records are up to date to match gender and designation
o Patient Advocate program that can help you connect to LGBTQ competent
providers and navigate the ins and outs of care at Penn
 Primary care + related to endocrinology
 PREP services: HIV medications
 Hormone replacement therapy
 Surgical procedures which include
 Penn Plastic Surgery – gender affirming procedures
 Body contouring
o Top surgery
o Facial feminization and facial masculinization
 Otolaryngology (Head + Neck)
o Voice gender
 Urogynecology
o Hysterectomy (removal of cervix, uterus, fallopian tubes)
 Urology
o Orchiectomy (removal of testes)
 Mental health & substance abuse
o Counseling, therapy, family counseling
Education on target population
 I think that a way we can promote this idea for our target population would be to have
fliers around campus or in hospitals. Outside of the clinic is the best form of action as
many avoid going to clinics if they are uncomfortable. I think wide spreading on social
media as well as having organizations spread the word would be a good idea. I also
believe that having Penn itself reach out to different organizations regarding counseling,
different organizations would be a great way to promote visibility of their program.