Unlocking HCV Care in Key Settings
The National Viral Hepatitis Roundtable (NVHR) and NASTAD hosted a free two-day virtual convening on September 12th and 13th, 2023. The convening included moderated sessions with presentations and discussions showcasing promising models and best practices for integrating Hepatitis C testing and treatment into each of the following key settings:
- Programs providing medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD)
- State correctional facilities
- Federally qualified health centers (FQHCs)
- Syringe services programs (SSPs)
There were presenters from academic, healthcare, public health, and national and community-based organizations that touched upon barriers to providing HCV testing and treatment in each key setting. They spoke about optimal models of care and shared what partners, platforms, and strategies can be used to scale up HCV testing and treatment in each key setting.
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Day 1
Welcome/Opening Remarks & Setting the Stage: HCV Testing and Treatment in the United States
Speakers (in order of appearance):
- Carolyn Wester, CDC - Welcome/Opening Remarks
- Nathan Furukawa, CDC - Setting the Stage: HCV Testing and Treatment in the United States
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Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) Treatment Facilities
Moderators:
- Dee Bixler, CDC
- Daniel Raymond, NVHR
Speakers (in order of appearance):
- Lynn Taylor, Rhode Island
- Tony Martinez, Buffalo
- Yngvild Olsen, SAMHSA
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State Correctional Facilities
Moderators:
- Nathan Furukawa, CDC
- Adrienne Simmons, NVHR
Speakers (in order of appearance):
- Lindsey Sizemore, Tennessee
- Deb Nichols and Brittany Gross, Indiana
- Paulina Deming and Daniel Rowan, New Mexico
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Day 2
Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs)
Moderators:
- Mona Doshani, CDC
- Jasmine West, NASTAD
Speakers (in order of appearance):
- Andy Seaman, Oregon
- Stacey Trooskin, Philadelphia
- Stephanie Constantino, San Diego
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Syringe Services Programs (SSPs)
Moderators:
- Talia Pindyck, CDC
- Jasmine West, NASTAD
Speakers (in order of appearance):
- Tyler Bartholomew, Miami
- Abigail Hunter, NYC
- Virginia Harm Reduction Coalition
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