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VA Medical Center (VAMC) San Diego

Our vets deserve nothing more than the best!

Special Infectious Disease Program (SPID) located in La Jolla, CA (a hilly, seaside neighborhood within the city of San Diego) at the VA Medical Center (really more of a hospital).

Services include HIV diagnoses and treatment for the health of the veteran.

You must be "eligible" to receive VA treatment before receive any HIV treatment. 

If you aren't sure, call the Call Center @ 1-858-552-7475 to fill out the application or go here.

When registering, mention that you seek HIV treatment so they may direct you to the SPID Clinic and they can assign you a HIV Specialist after registration.

New to California: If you moved from another state and in need for VA healthcare, call 877-222-8387 for more info.

This establishment offers Clinical Trials & Research, Education & Prevention, HIV Testing Services, Medical Care, Mental Health, PrEP Education and Veteran Help.

Address: 3350 La Jolla Village Drive, San Diego, CA 92161

See this map in the original post



IMPORTANT INFO

COVID-19

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, most establishments may not allow walk-ins but requires an appointment so please contact them directly if you need a face to face consultation just to be safe.

Hours of Operation

Office Hours: Open 24/7/365 | Mon-Fri: 7am-4pm Most Offices | Sat-Sun: Urgent/Emergency Only

Contact Information

Phone: Call Center for newbies 858-552-7475 | SPID 858-552-8585 x3180

Website: https://www.sandiego.va.gov/index.asp