Inclusion of transgender health and rights and needs-based care in the medical curriculum

Transgender individuals often suffer from multiple health disparities due to a lack of access to proper care free from stigma, judgemental attitudes and discrimination. Such disparities can include higher risk of HIV... [ view full abstract ]

Transgender individuals often suffer from multiple health disparities due to a lack of access to proper care free from stigma, judgemental attitudes and discrimination. Such disparities can include higher risk of HIV acquisition as well as lower engagement in preventive cancer measures such as screening. The social stigma transgender individuals suffer leads to stress and situations difficult to overcome that subsequently create an increased risk of experiencing mental health problems, such as anxiety or depression. Despite everything mentioned above, little is done to properly educate health professionals on the relevant needs and struggles of this specific community. This workshop would aim at highlighting the importance of training future healthcare providers so they are equipped with the knowledge and skills to deliver quality care to all individuals regardless of their gender while providing information and tools on how to implement such training into the medical curriculum