What all physicians need to know about transgender-inclusive care

Sometimes it’s the simple things that make the biggest impact on patient care.

In episode 14 of Quick Takes Dr. Gratzer talks to two leading experts on transgender care, Dr. Alex Abramovich and Dr. June Lam to get their input on how to foster a respectful and supportive care setting.

The conversation flows between research studies and in-person care and provides an excellent overview of the trans experience in mental health care.

You’ll hear about:

• how hormone replacement therapy may interact with psychotropic medications
• the importance of using the right language when addressing and working with your trans patients
• the high rates of depression, homelessness and suicidality that studies have found
• and tips for working with your trans patients to help lower those statistical rates.

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