Fast HIV Prevention & Community Care in Tampa Bay: The METRO Model
At Metro Healthy Communities (METRO), we believe fighting the HIV epidemic requires two powerful tools: immediate medical access and a sustainable model that gives back. For those seeking HIV Prevention Services in the diverse communities of Tampa Bay, we don’t just deliver care—we build community equity and health simultaneously.
The METRO Model: Care That Pays It Forward
Our work is powered by a unique community investment engine. Through the Copay It Forward™ initiative, every prescription filled at our pharmacy directly funds care for those without access.
Tangible Impact: Since 2018, this program has generated over $3,000,000 in free services for uninsured and underinsured neighbors.
Sustainable Health: By choosing Metro, insured patients don’t just get medication; they become active partners in a cycle of care that strengthens the entire local economy and public health system.
Fast PrEP, nPEP, and STI Testing in Tampa Bay
Alongside financial sustainability, we prioritize speed. Sexual health is time-sensitive, so we have eliminated the wait times that often delay protection. We provide rapid access to the most effective prevention tools available:
Fast PrEP Access: We offer PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) with same-day or rapid-start options to ensure you stay protected without delay.
Emergency Prevention (nPEP & DoxyPEP): If you have had a potential exposure, time is critical. We provide accessible nPEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis) and DoxyPEP to prevent HIV and bacterial STIs before they start.
Walk-In HIV & STI Testing: We offer free, rapid HIV and Hep C testing alongside STI Testing (complete STI panels) at all our centers in St. Pete, Tampa, Clearwater, New Port Richey, and Brandon. No appointment is needed.
90-Minute Results: Need answers now? Visit our Seminole Heights or North St. Pete locations to receive your complete STI test results in just 90 minutes.
More Than a Prescription
This combination of rapid access and community funding allows us to provide truly holistic, wraparound care. When you choose METRO for Sexual Health Services, you gain access to a network of support that includes primary care, mental health services, case management, and STI treatment—all delivered by a team that understands the local community.
Join the Mission
METRO is building a healthier Tampa Bay through fast access and direct reinvestment. Whether you need fast PrEP, DoxyPEP, comprehensive STI testing, or simply want your healthcare choices to support your community, we are here—when and where you need us.
