How do I find a trans friendly doctor?
Online resources to help you find an LGBTQIA-friendly provider
- Gay and Lesbian Medical Association (GLMA)
- National LGBT Health Education Center.
- CenterLink LGBT Community Center Member Directory.
- World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH)
- Please PrEP Me.
- Care Dash.
What are the steps to transition from female to male?
They may then undergo one or more of the following types of procedure.
- Chest restructuring. A person undergoing surgery to transition from female to male typically has a subcutaneous mastectomy to remove breast tissue.
- Removal of the uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes.
- Metoidioplasty.
- Phalloplasty.
- Scrotoplasty.
Is Kaiser LGBT friendly?
We’re honored that for the 11th consecutive year, Kaiser Permanente’s hospitals have been recognized as an LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign, the educational arm of the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer civil rights organization.
Do I need an endocrinologist for HRT?
It is ideal when HRT is prescribed by an endocrinologist experienced in physiologic hormone replacement therapy. If you do not have access to an endocrinologist, then seek out a physician with extensive experience in “pharmaceutical” bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.
Does Kaiser offer gender therapy?
Gender-Affirming Care and Hormone Therapy Gender-affirming hormone therapy is offered by our endocrinology specialists and specially trained providers at every medical center. Kaiser Permanente members will need a referral from their gender therapist.
Does Kaiser Cover puberty blockers?
The family’s insurer, Kaiser Permanente, covered the treatment. Puberty blockers are considered “standard of care in the appropriate clinical circumstances,” said Erica Metz, medical director for Transgender Health at Kaiser Permanente Northern California.
Does Kaiser Cover transitions?
Multi-Specialty Transitions (MST) is a Kaiser Permanente department, and services are available to all Kaiser Permanente members. If you are a new or current Kaiser Permanente member in need of a trans-competent primary care clinician, please ask your Primary Care Physician for a referral.