Some Aspects of Organizing “Trust” Offices in Dermatovenereological Institutions of Ukraine

Abstract

The article examines organizational aspects of establishing “Trust” offices within dermatovenerological institutions in Ukraine amid changes in HIV transmission patterns and the increasing contribution of sexual transmission. The authors discuss the importance of these offices for early identification of HIV-infected patients in specialized facilities, voluntary counseling and testing, and the use of rapid HIV tests. Problems concerning regulatory requirements, staffing, financing, personnel training, record-keeping, and reporting are analyzed. The article concludes that several aspects of the offices’ operation require clarification and legal substantiation.