Opportunities for Gender-Affirming Surgery Training in Residency and Fellowship
Brian A Nuyen1, James P Thomas1
1Voice Doctor Clinic, 909 Northwest 18th Avenue, Portland, OR 97209, USA.
Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America
|August 7, 2022
Summary
Training in transgender and gender-nonconforming (TNG) care within otolaryngology-head and neck surgery (OHNS) is limited but improving. Specialized programs exist, and future TNG health training opportunities are promising.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (OHNS)
- Medical Education
- Transgender Healthcare
Background:
- The availability of specialized training in transgender and nonbinary/gender-nonconforming (TNG) care within OHNS is currently variable and limited nationwide.
- There is a growing interest among trainees in pursuing this specialized education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the current landscape of TNG care education and gender-affirming surgical training in OHNS.
- To identify existing specialized training opportunities and evaluate future prospects.
Main Methods:
- The study likely involved a review of existing OHNS training programs and fellowship opportunities across the United States.
- Analysis of factors influencing the expansion of TNG health training.
Main Results:
- While overall availability is limited, specialized and innovative training programs focusing on facial and vocal gender affirmation are present at select institutions.
- Program directors are actively working to expand training opportunities.
Conclusions:
- Despite current limitations, the future of OHNS training for TNG patients appears promising due to increasing trainee interest and institutional efforts.
- Progressive social changes are also contributing to the promotion and protection of TNG health within the medical field.
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