Akron Community Health Center | Equitas Health
HIV Specialty Care • Akron, OH • Since 1984
About
Akron Community Health Center is part of Equitas Health, a nonprofit, federally designated community health system serving LGBTQ+ individuals, people with HIV, and others in need. Equitas Health operates 20+ locations in the United States, including locations in Ohio. Services include primary and specialized medical care, pharmacy, dentistry, mental health and recovery services, STI treatment and prevention, PEP, HIV case management, care navigation, advocacy, and more. Founded in 1984, headquartered in Columbus, OH, Equitas Health emphasizes patient-centered, integrated care across its network. For Akron-specific options or to book, contact Equitas Health Akron through the main helpline or visit the Akron-area offices listed among their U.S. locations.
Clinic Type
HIV Specialty Care
Address
Akron Community Health Center, Akron, OH
Phone
833.378.4827
info@equitashealth.com
Opening Hours
9 AM - 5 PM (HIV/STI testing), Drop-in Wed 10 AM–4 PM, Hours vary by service – see site for specifics
Telehealth
Online visits. TeleHealth available via MyChart (see Learn More about MyChart)
Emergency Care
When we’re not open, call (833) 378-4827 to speak to a live nurse. Learn More about After Hours Care
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
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FAQs
What are the HIV Specialty Care & You services?
HIV Specialty Care & You includes HIV, Hep- and Syphilis testing is available.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- drpvspaeth.com (aggregated): 4.1/5
Patients praise
- Appreciation for the valuable services provided to the community
- Recognition of knowledgeable, patient, and helpful individual staff members (e.g., nurse practitioners)
- Positive experiences with staff going the extra mile
Common complaints
- Reports of poor communication and unresponsiveness regarding case management
- Concerns about professionalism and staff behavior in the clinic environment
- Mixed experiences regarding staff helpfulness and attitude
"The nurse practitioner that I saw was incredible. Very nice very knowledgeable very patient."
— drpvspaeth.com"Poorly run organization. I left three messages to find out who my new case manager after transferring to Akron a year ago only to hear nothing from them."
— drpvspaeth.comSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Equitas Health announces new Strategic Plan — Apr 1, 2026
- Equitas Health Leader Appointed to National Role Focused on LGBTQ+ Health | Equitas Health — Feb 26, 2026
- I Promise HealthQuarters - Axess Family Services, Inc. — Oct 15, 2025
- I PROMISE Healthquarters – Coleman Health Services — Dec 4, 2025
- Honoring 2025 World AIDS Day | Equitas Health — Nov 19, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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