Empowering Healthcare: Understanding and Supporting Trans and Non-Binary Patients
Published August 27, 2024


Join Lou Weaver for a webinar on understanding trans and non-binary individuals and their healthcare needs. The session will cover specialized healthcare considerations, Standards of Care, and the impact of Social Determinants of Health on this population. Participants will explore the differences between sexual orientation (SO) and gender identity (GI), the importance of related data, and challenges in accessing healthcare. The discussion will also focus on advocacy, reducing stigma, and how providers can support their patients. Bring your questions and an open mind for this engaging conversation.
Learning Objectives
-Discover more about the gender minority population and the lack of access to competent care.
-Summarize the healthcare disparities that the gender minority population faces.
-Articulate the need for advocacy for trans and non-binary people within the healthcare setting.
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