LGBTQ Resources
We're here for you
The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is here to advocate for our LGBTQ patients and employees. We have dedicated staff who can help LGBTQ patients navigate the health system.
To ask questions, make suggestions, provide feedback or use our services, email us at diversity@geisinger.edu.
Provider referrals
Our staff can connect you with LGBTQ-knowledgeable and friendly providers.
Patient experience
To discuss or report a patient experience concern, contact Geisinger’s Patient Liaison Office by calling 570-271-8881 or emailing patientliaisons@geisinger.edu.
Learn more about Patient Rights and Responsibilities.
Cultural competency training for the Geisinger family
Geisinger offers LGBTQ cultural competency training to all physicians and staff. Along with Unconscious Bias training, resources developed by the Human Rights Campaign are available to all staff.
Geisinger is also working to include LGBTQ representation on all our Patient and Family Advisory Councils.
Collaboration with community LGBTQ organizations
Geisinger is also reaching out to LGBTQ organizations in our communities, including PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays). If your organization is interested in collaborating with us, reach out to diversity@geisinger.edu.
LGBTQ specific services
Our staff can also connect patients and family members with LGBTQ knowledgeable and friendly providers. For additional information or assistance with any services, email us at diversity@geisinger.edu.
- Referral to LGBTQ knowledgeable/friendly providers
- HIV/STD/STI testing and counseling
- LGBTQ affirming mental health services
- LGBTQ focused alcohol and substance use treatment
- Hormone therapy for adults and youth