Transgender and nonbinary people face disproportionate rates of stigma and discrimination in seeking healthcare—and may encounter additional unique barriers in attaining gynecologic and reproductive care.
In this month's issue of Contemporary OB/GYN, Drs. Crissman and Stroumsa authored a feature story that discussed the needs of transgender and nonbinary people. Read the full article here.
The following are terms and definitions Drs. Crissman and Stroumsa provided to help ob/gyns use correct and appropriate terminology when caring for patients.
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