Pacific AETC – Arizona
Pacific AIDS Education & Training Center - Arizona
Transforming HIV Care Across Arizona
Pacific AETC Arizona, based at the University of Arizona College of Medicine, is dedicated to strengthening the skills and capacity of healthcare teams working on the front lines of HIV prevention and treatment. We specialize in supporting low- to mid-volume HIV clinicians with practical, high-impact education that translates directly into better patient outcomes.
What We Offer
Our training and education programs are designed to meet providers where they are — whether in a clinical setting, a community organization, or online:
- Continuing Education – Statewide in-person sessions and virtual webinars offering CME credit hours, available throughout the year.
- Patient Engagement Workshops – Interactive sessions on Motivational Interviewing, Social Determinants of Health, and Whole Person Care to enhance patient-centered practice.
- Expert Consultations – Direct access to HIV specialists for clinical guidance and support.
- Clinical Preceptorships – Hands-on learning opportunities alongside Infectious Disease and HIV specialists at the University of Arizona’s Petersen HIV Clinics and Prisma Healthcare in Phoenix.
- Organizational Capacity Building – Targeted training on HIV testing, PrEP, PEP, Rapid Start, and HIV management to help your organization expand and improve services.
Building Stronger, More Inclusive Organizations
Beyond clinical training, Pacific AETC Arizona is committed to fostering inclusive, affirming healthcare environments. We offer organizational development programming on sex-positive and inclusive healthcare practices, professional development for medical case managers, and strategies to advance health equity for the communities most impacted by HIV.
Arizona Department of Health Services Funded Projects
DISH-AZ is an Academic Detailing (AD) program that provides individualized, ongoing education and support to Arizona healthcare providers and staff, helping them adopt evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes across HIV, STIs, Hepatitis C, and sexual health. Through DISH-AZ, clinics can schedule one-on-one sessions with experienced Detailers tailored to their team’s specific needs.
We also offer a dedicated Hepatitis C program. Our Hepatitis C Navigators provide personalized support, guide patients through the care continuum and help reconnect patients to essential treatment services.
Contact Information
rioslizarraga@arizona.edu
Resources
Looking for HIV resources in Arizona? HIVAZ.org is a comprehensive, Arizona-specific resource for HIV prevention, testing, care, and treatment information — including access to PrEP, PEP, Ryan White Services, Hepatitis C support, and local service providers. Developed and maintained by Aunt Rita’s Foundation, HIVAZ is dedicated to providing accurate, stigma-free information to all Arizona residents, regardless of HIV status.
Want to strengthen your team’s HIV care skills? The Pacific AIDS Education & Training Center (Pacific AETC) — Arizona Regional Partner offers a range of free trainings for healthcare providers, including virtual clinical courses on PrEP, PEP, and HIV management, patient engagement workshops, and tailored one-on-one lectures with AETC faculty. Download our one-pager to learn more and share with your team:
