Comprehensive Gynecologic Care of the Transfeminine Patient.

Authors

K Ashley Brandt, Department of Plastic Surgery and Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Director of Gender Affirming Services, Reading Hospital / Tower Health, West Reading, PAFollow
Sarah Dreibelbis, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Reading Hospital/Tower Health, West Reading, PA.Follow

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

7-21-2025

Abstract

As visibility of transfeminine individuals increases, so does the need for inclusive and competent gender-affirming health care. Regardless of a patient's stage during their transition, gynecologists are essential health care providers for transfeminine patients. With the proper education and training, gynecologists can provide gender-affirming hormone therapy, assess and manage postoperative complications, and conduct routine health screening. The goal of this article is to provide an overview of available feminizing hormone therapies and effects, review feminizing surgical procedures, discuss the management of their complications, and highlight evidence-based screening recommendations for transfeminine patients.

Publication Title

Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

Comments

online ahead of print

Recommended Citation

Brandt, K., & Dreibelbis, S. (2025). Comprehensive Gynecologic Care of the Transfeminine Patient.. Clinical obstetrics and gynecology https://doi.org/https://urlisolation.com/browser?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdoi.org%2F10.1097%2Fgrf.0000000000000951&traceToken=1753289982;readinghosp_hosted;https:/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?&clickId=277AE800-22A9-446E-86B0-8D4DE8D21746