Media Contact:
Joe Hui
Director of Communications
jhui@aplahealth.org
213.201.1342
4.20.2023
In response to the passing of Dr. Wilbert Jordan, APLA Health CEO Craig E. Thompson issued the following statement:
“Today APLA Health joins our community in celebrating the pioneering legacy of Dr. Wilbert Jordan, who served as a member of our board. He was Professor Emeritus at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science and founder of the OASIS Clinic. APLA Health would not be here today without his passion and commitment to serving those living with HIV in South Los Angeles.”
“Dr. Jordan steadfastly worked to improve the the lives of those less fortunate living with HIV. He knew first-hand of the disparities in resources and health outcomes in medically underserved communities. I invite all of our colleagues, friends, and allies to join us in honoring his legacy and to continue on in our efforts to end the HIV epidemic. We extend our deepest sympathies to his family and friends during this time.”
Charles R. Drew University will be hosting a memorial service for Dr. Jordan on Friday, April 28th from 4–7pm at 1731 E. 120th St., Los Angeles, CA 90059.
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APLA Health (formerly AIDS Project Los Angeles) restores dignity and trust within underserved communities by providing world-class LGBTQ+ empowering healthcare, HIV specialty care, food, housing, and other essential support services. Since our founding in 1983, APLA Health has remained steadfast in our commitment to ending the HIV epidemic in our lifetime. We operate eight Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) locations in Los Angeles County, serving more than 19,000 people annually, regardless of ability to pay. Our list of comprehensive services includes LGBTQ+ primary care, dental care, behavioral healthcare, HIV specialty care, and Out Here Sexual Health services (PrEP, STD screening & treatment, DoxyPEP, and PEP). For people with HIV, our wraparound support services include housing assistance through the Alliance for Housing & Healing and nutritional support via the Vance North Necessities of Life Program, the largest food pantry in the United States for people with HIV, distributing over 800,000 meals annually. APLA Health’s annual fundraisers include AIDS Walk LA — the world's first and oldest AIDS Walk — and Best in Drag Show. We are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation at the local, state and Federal levels that positively impact the LGBTQ+ and HIV communities. For more information, visit aplahealth.org.
