Dr. Kyzwana Caves
Practice
Board Certifications
American Board of Pediatrics
Education
Medical School: Meharry Medical College
Residency: Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
Fellowship: Children's National Medical Center
Bio
Originally from
Memphis, Dr. Caves recently moved to the Tidewater area after completing her fellowship in adolescent medicine at Children's National Medical Center in Washington, DC. She
provides compassionate and equitable care to adolescents and young
adults.
Adolescence is
a time of rapid growth and development, both physically and emotionally, and
may be a difficult adjustment for youth and their families. Her goals are to
provide an inclusive, non-judgmental clinical atmosphere while
offering educational and confidential services related to
reproductive/sexual and mental health.
Dr. Caves has specialized
expertise in managing diverse issues unique to this population; this includes
being credentialed as an HIV Specialist by the American Academy of HIV Medicine.
She enjoys working as a multidisciplinary team member to offer
optimal care for each of her patients and their families.
Clinical Interests
- Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB)
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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
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HIV diagnosis, counseling and management
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HIV/STI prevention and treatment, including Pre- Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) and
Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)
- LBGT healthcare
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Health equity
Research Areas
- Adolescent medicine
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HIV Prevention with PrEP
Honors and Awards
- Coastal Virginia Magazine "Top Doc" 2021 and 2022
Memberships
- Society for
Adolescent Health and Medicine
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American Academy of Pediatrics
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North American Society of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology
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American Academy of HIV Medicine
Publications
Caves K, Castel A,
Bokor B, Tuchman L, D’Angelo L. A Clinic Based Survey of Urban Youth Knowledge
of PrEP Use for HIV Prevention. Journal of Pediatric & Adolescent
Gynecology. April 2019, 32(2): 24
A Note from Dr. Caves
"Being a part of a hospital system focused on children and adolescents is a special experience. CHKD brings together clinicians who value providing youth exceptional care in a collaborative environment."