Summary
Please see the whiteboard video link below (5.5 minutes). *A special thank you to Dr. Michael Lee-Poy and Dr. Carys Massarella for this wonderful and extremely helpful video*
Faculty Development Info-Morsel – Gender Affirm…
Take Away Tidbits
Faculty can play a pivotal role in modelling and teaching gender affirming care by:
- Being aware of gender identity and acknowledge the importance of gender-affirming care
- Reflecting on our own personal gender identity and expression, and views on gender-affirming care
- Recognizing ways we can create welcoming environments and reduce barriers to gender-affirming care
Links to Resources
- Gender Affirming Care Saves Lives: https://www.columbiapsychiatry.org/news/gender-affirming-care-saves-lives
- Gender Unicorn: https://transstudent.org/gender/
- What is Gender-Affirming Care: https://www.aamc.org/news-insights/what-gender-affirming-care-your-questions-answered
- Moving Towards Trans-Inclusive Health Care: https://www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca/share/moving-towards-inclusive-trans-health/
- Guidelines for Gender-Affirming Primary Care with Trans and Non-Binary Patients: https://www.rainbowhealthontario.ca/wp-content/uploads/woocommerce_uploads/2019/12/Guidelines-FINAL-Dec-2019-iw2oti.pdf
- Online Guide for Caring for Trans and Gender-Diverse Patients: https://www.rainbowhealthontario.ca/TransHealthGuide/index.html