An inclusive, trauma-informed, gender affirming approach to healthcare for adolescents and young adults (ages 13-24), providing access to comprehensive primary care, sexual and reproductive health services, integrated behavioral health, PrEP, and other relevant social services. Our mission is to improve health outcomes and expand healthcare access, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.
Notice
Existing patients of the Lax Center, John Bell Health Center, and YHEP can now be seen on a walk-in basis for urgent health issues, Monday through Friday, between the hours of:
- 9:00 am to 11:00 am
- 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
If you are experiencing symptoms concerning COVID-19, we ask that you please call ahead.
Primary Care
- Physical exams
- Sick and well visits
- Vaccinations
- On-site Blood-work/Lab testing
- Care for chronic conditions (like asthma or diabetes)
- Referrals to specialists
- Nutritionist Visits
- Mental health screening and referrals
- Gender-affirming hormone therapy
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Sexual and Reproductive Health
- STD testing and treatment
- Rapid HIV and Hep C testing
- Birth control, including Nexplanon placement and removal
- Emergency Contraception (Plan B)
- Pregnancy testing and options counseling
- Pelvic exams
- Pap smears and anal HPV screening
- Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV Prevention
- Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) for HIV Prevention
Additional Services
- BenePhilly Counselor (insurance enrollment, food stamps, benefits)
- Behavioral Health Consultant
- Case Management
- PrEP Counselor / PrEP Assistance Program
Y-HEP Youth Health Center Hours
During COVID:
Monday – Friday 9 am – 5 pm
If you are a patient of the Y-HEP Health Center and have an urgent medical question that cannot wait until the next business day, you can reach our after-hours line by calling 215-344-1632.
Additional Information
- For an appointment, call the Y-HEP Youth Health Center: 215-344-1632.
- The clinic is closed from 12 pm – 1 pm daily.
- A clinician is available on call when the center is closed. Call our phone number (215-344-1632) to be connected.