LGBTQ+ friendly care
At Sharp, we believe each person in our San Diego community is unique and deserves equal access to the best health care possible. That's why we strive to provide exceptional care to all, in a way that is welcoming, understanding and inclusive.
Find a doctor near you
Choose a San Diego provider specializing in LGBTQ+ health and schedule your appointment.
Inclusive, accessible health care
Experience the high-quality, respectful and personalized care you deserve from LGBTQ+ friendly doctors at Sharp. Use our Find a Doctor tool to choose a provider who's right for you and your medical interests, whether you're looking for a primary care doctor or a specialist.
Encouraging diversity and equality extends to our employees, too. As members of the Sharp Equality Alliance, employees participate in, support and contribute to a variety of local events, initiatives and educational activities that promote acceptance and inclusivity.
Since 2022, each of Sharp's seven hospitals has been designated as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader in the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Healthcare Equality Index.
We are honored to have been recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Employers for Diversity and by the San Diego Business Journal for our diversity, equity and inclusion practices. Learn more about diversity at Sharp HealthCare.
Frequently asked questions
There are two simple ways to find the right doctor for you:
Search online with our quick, easy-to-use Find a Doctor tool.
Call 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277), Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, to speak with one of our specially trained physician referral specialists. They know our doctors and can help you find the perfect fit.
Existing patients: If you are an existing patient with a Sharp primary care doctor (meaning you have seen your doctor at least once), simply call the doctor’s office to make an appointment. Some doctors also offer online scheduling through their sharp.com profile or patient portal.
New patients: If you have selected a doctor, but have not yet had your first appointment, you can call the doctor's office directly or call 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277), Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. Some doctors also offer online scheduling for new patients through their sharp.com profile or patient portal.
Sharp accepts almost all health insurance plans, including Medicare, Medi-Cal and most managed care and private insurance plans.
Be sure to check with your insurance company to verify specific coverage. Coverage may depend on which Sharp medical group your doctor is under. Insurance companies frequently add new plans, and update provider networks and covered services under existing plans.
You can change primary care doctors at any time. While it's a good idea to stay with a doctor so they can really get to know you and your health needs and history, it is most important that you have a doctor whom you trust, are comfortable with and is conveniently located near you.
If you need to change your doctor, use our Find a Doctor tool to select a new doctor. After that, make sure you call your health plan's member services department to inform them of this change. The phone number is usually located on the back of your insurance card.
Yes, in some cases. But you will need to contact your health plan's member services department to confirm that your coverage allows it.
Some medical groups offer direct access to certain types of specialists, such as allergists, dermatologists and ophthalmologists. And some health plans, such as PPOs, offer direct access to all specialists.
Always check with your primary care doctor to see if they have a same-day appointment available. If not, there are several other options for same-day care:
If you’re experiencing a medical emergency, don’t delay care. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
American Cancer Society
American Heart Association
GLMA: Health Professionals Advancing LGBTQ+ Equality
GLMA produces and shares comprehensive LGBTQ+ health resources that cater to patients, including health topics LGBTQ+ patients should discuss with their health care providers.
National LGBTQIA+ Health Education Center learning resources
The Center provides targeted programs and services to the full diversity of the San Diego LGBTQ community, including lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant and HIV communities to the betterment of our entire San Diego region.
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If you are a young person who is in crisis, feeling suicidal, or in need of a safe and judgment-free place to talk, call The Trevor Lifeline at 866-488-7386. Learn more about the world’s largest suicide prevention and mental health organization for LGBTQ young people.