UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland- Chappell Hayes/McClymond Health Center

General primary care

Vaccinations

Gynecologic care, such as Pap tests and contraception

Prevention, identification and treatment of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)

Menstrual management for such conditions as heavy menstrual bleeding or irregular periods

Care for complex medical conditions and psychosocial issues, including abdominal pain, chronic fatigue and other concerns affecting daily life

Counseling for behavioral concerns, such as anxiety, depression, school challenges, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and sleep issues

For many of the services we provide, patients who are 12 to 17 years old have the legal right to confidentiality when they consent to their own treatment. California laws protecting teen confidentiality were written to encourage young people to get the health care they need. Confidential services include the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of pregnancy and STIs, substance use counseling, and mental health care. We encourage teens to talk with their parents about their needs and concerns, but generally these decisions are their own unless a health issue poses a serious danger.