Keywords

2SLGBTQIA+, gender-affirming care, gender non-conforming, hormone replacement therapy, primary care, trans, transgender

 

Authors

  1. Lane, Jennifer RN
  2. McCarthy, Christopher MN, NP
  3. Dart, Garry CATTC, HBSc, HBA
  4. Furlotte, Kirk MA

Abstract

Abstract: It is possible and necessary to provide trans and gender nonconforming (TGNC) individuals with gender-affirming care (GAC) in primary care settings. A known risk of increased suicidality among TGNC individuals and a lack of provider training on prescribing gender-affirming hormones (GAH) in the Canadian province of Nova Scotia highlighted a need for building capacity around GAC delivery. A referral network was established across the province, which reduced wait times to access GAH by several months.