Transgender History, Part II: A Brief History of Medical and Surgical Gender‐Affirming Care.
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| Title: | Transgender History, Part II: A Brief History of Medical and Surgical Gender‐Affirming Care. |
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| Authors: | Oles, Norah (AUTHOR), Fontenele, Rodrigo (AUTHOR), Abi Zeid Daou, Margarita (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | Behavioral Sciences & the Law. Aug/Sep2025, Vol. 43 Issue 4, p351-356. 6p. |
| Subjects: | Gender affirming care, Medical care, Patient-centered care, United States. Dept. of Health & Human Services, LGBTQ+ history, Health services accessibility, Surgery practice |
| Abstract: | The history of gender‐affirming care (GAC) dates back millennia. Ancient records acknowledged gender variance and early attempts at medical/surgical treatment. The twentieth century saw significant advancements in GAC, particularly in the success of gender‐affirming surgeries. The emergence of centers like the Johns Hopkins Gender Identity Clinic in the 1970s marked a turning point in GAC's recognition and acceptance. However, their sudden closure after just a few years hampered progress in GAC for the next several decades. In 2014, the Department of Health and Human Services overturned its prohibition on Medicare coverage for gender‐affirming surgery, leading to greater access. The World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) guidelines have played a significant role in shaping contemporary GAC. The Standards of Care 8 (2022) emphasises patient‐centered care and guideline flexibility. While challenges have marked the historical trajectory of GAC, it has also witnessed significant evolution which we review in this article. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Abstract: | The history of gender‐affirming care (GAC) dates back millennia. Ancient records acknowledged gender variance and early attempts at medical/surgical treatment. The twentieth century saw significant advancements in GAC, particularly in the success of gender‐affirming surgeries. The emergence of centers like the Johns Hopkins Gender Identity Clinic in the 1970s marked a turning point in GAC's recognition and acceptance. However, their sudden closure after just a few years hampered progress in GAC for the next several decades. In 2014, the Department of Health and Human Services overturned its prohibition on Medicare coverage for gender‐affirming surgery, leading to greater access. The World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) guidelines have played a significant role in shaping contemporary GAC. The Standards of Care 8 (2022) emphasises patient‐centered care and guideline flexibility. While challenges have marked the historical trajectory of GAC, it has also witnessed significant evolution which we review in this article. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| ISSN: | 07353936 |
| DOI: | 10.1002/bsl.2719 |
