Taking time out of your day to get a check up or deal with pesky symptoms kind of sucks. There’s the anticipation of maybe having to draw blood or go through a physical exam that may be awkward, or even a little painful.

And while NYC and Bushwick tend to be more open and accepting of diversity than many other places, discrimination, stereotyping and insensitivity is totally still a thing in many health care environments. It’s not just an inconvenience, it can definitely affect the quality of medical care, the overall patient experience and one’s desire to seek healthcare when they need it in the future.

Despite all that, queer friendly, empowering healthcare options DO exist and the good news is there’s one available right here in Bushwick. Founded on the mission of equalizing access to inclusive healthcare for all, ModernMD Urgent Care on Knickerbocker Avenue offers queer affirming care – no appointment needed and they’re open 7 days a week.