BESTD Sexual Health Services | Milwaukee
Sexual Health and STD Testing Clinics • Milwaukee, WI • Since 1974
About
BESTD Clinic (Brady East STD Clinic) is a Milwaukee-based nonprofit providing free, high-quality sexual health services, including STD/HIV testing and HIV prevention counseling. Founded in 1974, it operates 4 offices in Milwaukee and surrounding areas, with a mission focused on affirming care for all sexual orientations and gender identities. Key details: - Services: STD testing and treatment, HIV testing and prevention counseling, education; services offered at no cost. - Location: 1240 East Brady Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202 (and 3 additional Milwaukee-area offices listed). - Funding/Status: Not-for-profit, annual revenue ~$21.08M, 4 employees. - Contact: contactus@bestd.org; 414-272-2144. If you’re seeking LGBT-friendly, no-cost sexual health services in Milwaukee, BESTD Clinic is the relevant resource.
Clinic Type
Sexual Health and STD Testing Clinics
Address
1240 E Brady St, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone
+1 (414) 272-2144
contactus@bestd.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Website
Services Offered
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FAQs
What services does Brady East STD Clinic provide?
High quality sexual health services in an affirming environment and at no cost.
Where can I find resources about STI symptoms and LGBTQ+ information?
Resources on topics from symptoms of STIs/STDs, how you can get help, and other LGBTQ+ information.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Online business catalog sites: 4.3/5 (6 comments/reviews mentioned in snippets)
Patients praise
- Friendly, welcoming staff and volunteers
- Non-judgmental, inclusive care environment
- Free services for the community
- Long-standing history of community service (over 50 years)
Common complaints
- Inconsistent operating hours or difficulty accessing the clinic despite posted hours
"Make BESTD your Bestie! Providing a much needed service that many can benefit from... friendly staff and doctors. Thanks BESTD!"
— Patient review in business directory"It says open but doors always locked. Sad"
— Patient review in business directorySynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Sexually transmitted infection cases still rampant in Milwaukee. — Apr 14, 2026
- Nicholas Olson — Jun 14, 2026
- Making Change in the Public Health Sector: Ruthie Weatherly | Milwaukee Uncut — Aug 15, 2025
- Sexually transmitted infection cases still rampant in Milwaukee. Here’s what health officials are doing to address concerns. - The Milwaukee Courier — Apr 15, 2026
- City of Milwaukee STI clinic closes temporarily, due to staffing woes | WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR — Nov 13, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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