Sexually Transmitted Diseases

The Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) Intervention Program is responsible for the investigation, control, and prevention of STDs in Lee County, FL.

Services include:

• Testing for HIV, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis.
• Treatment for those who test positive for an STD.
• Confidential testing and treatment to partners or contacts of those who test positive for an STD.
• Outreach services to educate the community about STDs and how to reduce the risks of infection.

Services are available at our Pondella Clinic:

To reach the STD Intervention Program, call 239-656-2539.

To make an appointment for STD testing or treatment, call 239-461-6100.

We encourage the public to call with any questions or concerns about STDs. All information is kept private and confidential.

What to expect during your first visit:

• Please bring a Photo ID (required in order to receive services).
• After checking in at the intake window and completing your registration form you will be given a number to be seen by a clinician.
• You will be offered an application to determine eligibility for our sliding fee scale for payment of services provided.
• If applicable, you will go through the eligibility process before being seen in the clinic.
• You will meet with a counselor or a registered nurse for pre-counseling on Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) and HIV.
• You will go to the Lab for a blood draw and your test results will take approximately 1 week to be available.
• If applicable, you will receive medication.
• If applicable, you will be sent to the cashier for payment.
• It will take approximately 2-3 hours to complete your clinic visit.

Clinic Fees range from $20.00 and up depending on:

• Services provided
• Clinician seen
• Medication provided, if applicable.

 Services are generally provided on a sliding scale basis.

 Methods of Payment accepted

• Cash
• Debit/Credit Cards
• Medicaid
• Medicare

 Helpful links for patients

• FloridaSTD
• Florida Department of Health - STD Facts
• STD and Pregnancy
• Adolescents and STDs

Helpful Links for Providers

• Sexually Transmitted Infections and Diseases