Lesbian, Bisexual, Gay and Transgender Student Services

STI Resources

The following community providers offer free or low cost resources for STI care including testing, counseling, or HIV treatment. It is strongly recommended that you contact service providers to research your sexual health needs or to schedule an appointment.

Lesbian, Bisexual, Gay and Transgender Student Services
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo MI 49008-5372 USA
(269) 387-2133

PEP Resources

The following resources offer Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) HIV medicines if you may have been exposed to HIV. Medications must be taken within 3 days (72 hours) of possible HIV exposure in order to be the most effective. 

Emergency Department and Level I Trauma Center

Bronson Emergency is open every day, 24 hours a day and is located on the first floor of Bronson Hospital downtown (601 John St.). For more information, visit their website or call (269) 341-6386.

Family Medicine

Bronson Family Medicine is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is located in Suite M-020 in Bronson Hospital downtown (601 John St.). Patients can schedule an appointment by logging into Bronson MyChart, or by calling (269) 341-8282.

The Community AIDS Resource and Education Services (CARES) offers PEP for those who may have been exposed to HIV within 72 hours. Appointments can be scheduled by calling (269) 210-7570 or using their online scheduling portal.

PrEP Resources

The following resources offer Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) HIV medicines to reduce the risk of HIV infection. PrEP is must be taken daily for maximum protection before engaging in sexual behaviors. 

Bronson Family Medicine is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is located in Suite M-020 in Bronson Hospital downtown (601 John St.). Patients can schedule an appointment by logging into Bronson MyChart, or by calling (269) 341-8282. 

The Community AIDS Resource and Education Services (CARES) offers PrEP HIV prevention including consultations and testing. Appointments can be scheduled by calling (269) 381-2337 (ext. 2) or using their online scheduling portal.

Alcott Building

Family Health Center Alcott is located at 401 E. Alcott St. and is open Monday-Saturday. To learn more about their services, office, or pharmacy hours, visit their website or call (269) 349-2641.

Moses L. Walker Building

Family Health Center Moses L. Walker is located at 117 W. Paterson St. with office hours Monday-Friday and pharmacy hours Monday-Saturday. To learn more about their services, office, or pharmacy hours, visit their website or call (269) 349-2641.

Mistr offers labs, doctor consultations, STI testing, and PrEP medications to be delivered within the privacy of your own home. Mistr will work with your insurance or with patient assistance programs if you qualify. For more information, visit the Mistr website or call (747) 999-6249.

OptiMed Pharmacy is located inside WMed on WMU east campus (1000 Oakland Dr.) and is open Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. or Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. OptiMed Pharmacy offer PrEP medications and over the counter birth control. Visit their website for more information or call (877) 297-8157.

Planned Parenthood Kalamazoo offers Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) HIV prevention. Services can include STI testing, treatment, and vaccines during all business hours by appointment. Appointments can be scheduled online or by calling (269) 372-1200. Planned Parenthood accepts most private and public insurance, Medicaid, and offers financial aid for those who qualify and are uninsured.

Sindecuse offers Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) HIV prevention medication by prescription. To obtain a prescription, individuals must schedule an appointment with a care provider through the Sindecuse patient portal or by calling (269) 387-3287 (then press 2).

Testing Services

The following community providers can provide free or low cost testing for HIV or other STI's. It is recommended that you call service providers to schedule an appointment.

The Community AIDS Resource and Education Services (CARES) offers free HIV rapid testing (finger poke with results in 20 minutes) and STI testing at their offices located at 629 Pioneer Street, Suite 200.  Additional services offered include Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) HIV prevention and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) for those who may have been exposed to HIV within 72 hours. Appointments can be scheduled by calling (269) 210-7570 or using their online scheduling portal.

Free and anonymous HIV Testing is provided at the Kalamazoo Health Department including pre and post-test counseling and rapid HIV testing. A photo ID and any health insurance cards are required. STI testing may be available and charges are based on services provided. Testing for the Kalamazoo Health Department is located at 311 East Alcott Street and is by appointment only, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Planned Parenthood Kalamazoo offers HIV testing, education, and referrals during all business hours by appointment. They also offer Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) HIV prevention and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) for those who may have been exposed to HIV within 72 hours. Services can include STI testing, treatment, and vaccines during all business hours by appointment. Appointments can be scheduled online or by calling (269) 372-1200. Planned Parenthood accepts most private and public insurance, Medicaid, and offers financial aid for those who qualify and are uninsured.

Sindecuse offers HIV testing within the clinic by appointment. Appointments can be scheduled through the Sindecuse patient portal or by calling (269) 387-3287 (then press 2).

Walgreen's at 5020 W. Main St. (corner of West Main and Drake Road) offers testing the first Wednesday of the month from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.