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Abstract
Human papillomavirus (HPV), the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the United States, is estimated to infect 14 million people between the ages of 15 – 59 annually. Approximately 75% of sexually active adults will have at least one HPV infection during their lifetime, which can cause dysplasia of the squamous epithelium of the oropharynx and various anogenital sites. In an effort to improve provider knowledge of HPV vaccines, this DNP project is designed to effectively educate primary care providers (PCPs) with the latest evidence surrounding HPV-associated diseases, the indications for HPV vaccination, and the importance of provider recommendation. Through PCP education, this DNP project aims to increase HPV vaccination rates in the Portland, Oregon metro via evidence-based recommendations for healthcare providers.