In this episode of The Good GP, Dr Sean Stevens speaks with Dr Michelle Dutton, the inaugural chair of the newly established Trans and Gender Diverse Healthcare Specific Interest Group (SIG) at the RACGP. 

Dr Dutton shares the goals of the SIG, which revolve around creating a safe and accepting environment for trans and gender diverse people to receive healthcare and empowering GPs to provide comprehensive care. The episode explores the need for upskilling in this area and provides a range of resources, including the trans and gender diverse healthcare page on GP learning and TransHub, a user-friendly resource for clinicians and patients. 

Dr Dutton also highlights the importance of joining the SIG to stay updated on educational opportunities.

The conversation also explores the challenges in gender diverse care, with a focus on combating disinformation and stigma surrounding trans identities. Dr Dutton reassures GPs that GP-led care for trans adults, including gender affirming hormone therapy, is supported by major national and international organisations. The episode concludes with a discussion on the power of simple gestures, such as using correct names and pronouns, in making trans patients feel safe and cared for.

To join the Trans and Gender Diverse Healthcare Specific Interest Group (TGD SIG) send an email to gpsi@racgp.org.au

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