Your Visit With Us
Everything you need to know before coming to the Boston STD Clinic at Boston Medical Center — what to bring, what happens during the visit, and how walk-in testing works.
Anyone 14 or older
Anyone who is 14 or older can come to our clinic, regardless of immigration status. No parental consent is necessary.
What should I bring?
Photo ID and your insurance card if you have insurance.
Before you come in
Drink plenty of fluids before your visit. A well-hydrated body makes urine and swab collection easier and more comfortable.
Walk-ins and appointments
Walk-in testing is first-come, first-served, and appointments are encouraged so you can be seen at a time that works for you.
Planning a visit to the Boston STD Clinic at Boston Medical Center is easier when you know the basics. The clinic welcomes anyone age fourteen or older, no parental consent required, and care is offered regardless of immigration status. Bring a photo ID and your insurance card if you have one, and drink plenty of fluids beforehand, since hydration makes urine and swab collection simpler and more comfortable. Knowing what to expect in advance can reduce anxiety and help your appointment or walk-in testing visit go smoothly and efficiently.
What to Expect For Your Visit
All clients meet with a sexual health counselor to complete a confidential sexual risk session and STI screening.
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Check in
Bring a photo ID and your insurance card if you have insurance. You will be asked to fill out a paper form with your information.
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Confidential counseling session
A sexual health counselor sits down with you for a confidential sexual risk session and STI screening.
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Symptom check
You will be asked to identify if you have any symptoms. If you do, you may also be seen by a nurse practitioner.
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Screening and samples
The counselor tests you for HIV, Hepatitis C (HCV), Syphilis, Chlamydia, and Gonorrhea — blood samples for the first three, and urine samples or swabs for Chlamydia and Gonorrhea.
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Results and follow-up
Results are available within 7 business days. If any test is positive, treatment is provided and a return visit is required.
Testing and Hours
Quick reference for samples, walk-in testing times, and standard clinic hours.
| Test | Sample type |
|---|---|
| HIV | Blood sample |
| Hepatitis C (HCV) | Blood sample |
| Syphilis | Blood sample |
| Chlamydia | Urine sample or swab |
| Gonorrhea | Urine sample or swab |
| Day | Walk-in Testing | Standard Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00am – 3:00pm | 8:00am – 5:00pm |
| Tuesday | 9:00am – 3:00pm | 8:00am – 5:00pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00am – 7:00pm | 8:00am – 8:00pm |
| Thursday | 9:00am – 3:00pm | 8:00am – 5:00pm |
| Friday | 9:00am – 3:00pm | 8:00am – 5:00pm |
Support in Many Languages
Staff speak Spanish, French, Haitian Creole, and 31 additional languages through an interpreter phone.
Your information stays private
Every visit begins with a confidential sexual risk session in a private setting.
No cost for screening
HIV, Hepatitis C, Syphilis, Chlamydia, and Gonorrhea testing is provided free of charge.
Treatment if positive
Clients who test positive are treated, with a return visit scheduled for follow-up care.
Questions before your visit?
Call (617) 414-2803 or email confidentialSTD@bostonstdclinic.com.