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Healthcare providers need education on transgender (TG) individuals to offer competent, patient-centered care. This article provides foundational knowledge on TG populations, terminology, health risks, and best practices for inclusive healthcare.

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Area of Science:

Medical Education
Health Equity
Transgender Health

Background:

Transgender individuals (TIs) are increasingly visible, yet healthcare providers often lack education on their care.
This knowledge gap can lead to discomfort, stereotyping, and suboptimal care for TIs.

Purpose of the Study:

To equip nurses and healthcare professionals with essential knowledge for competent, patient-centered care of TIs.
To address the educational needs of providers regarding the transgender population.

Main Methods:

Informational article synthesizing current knowledge.
Review of key aspects of transgender healthcare.

Main Results:

Provides a description of the transgender population and relevant terminology.
Outlines specific health risks and unique healthcare needs of TIs.
Offers guidance on delivering quality, sensitive healthcare to TIs.

Conclusions:

Enhanced provider education is crucial for improving healthcare access and outcomes for transgender individuals.
Competent, patient-centered care requires understanding the specific needs and challenges faced by the TG population.