Transgender Health Simplified: A Concise Guide to the Gynecologist

August 2018 in “ Current opinion in gynecology and obstetrics ”

Hana F Mikdachi, Lisa Mann

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TLDR Gynecologists should learn about transgender care to provide the best service.

The document "Transgender Health Simplified: A Concise Guide to the Gynecologist" from 2018, authored by Mikdachi H and Mann L, emphasized the importance of gynecologists being familiar with the basics of transgender care. The authors highlighted the need for creating a trans-friendly clinic environment, adhering to screening guidelines, and understanding the basics of cross hormone therapy and sex reassignment surgery. The article aimed to equip gynecologists with the knowledge and understanding necessary to provide the best care to their transgender patients.

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August 2018 in “Current opinion in gynecology and obstetrics”

Gynecologists should learn about transgender care to provide the best service.