Re-Envisioning Sexual History Taking

Gathering a patient’s sexual history is essential for delivering high-quality healthcare, as it allows providers to assess and screen for a variety of sexual health concerns. Taking a comprehensive sexual history should be part of routine care and is particularly important when symptoms or physical exam findings suggest potential issues like sexually transmitted infections (STIs). This self-paced learning module will focus on the application of the 6 P’s of sexual history taking, identify strategies to overcome barriers to comprehensive history gathering, and emphasize the importance of cultural awareness and humility in ensuring an inclusive approach for all patients.