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Creating a friendly healthcare environment for LGBTQIA+ patients
Karilee W Bingham1, Elizabeth Heavey
1Karilee Bingham is an assistant professor and the director of the Accelerated Nursing Program at SUNY Brockport. Elizabeth Heavey is a professor and the director of the Graduate Nursing Programs at SUNY Brockport.
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|December 27, 2022
Summary
Creating inclusive healthcare for diverse Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, Intersex, and Asexual (LGBTQIA+) individuals is crucial. This involves understanding their unique health disparities and implementing strategies for a welcoming environment.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Inclusivity
- Health Disparities Research
- Sociology of Health
Background:
- Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, Intersex, and Asexual (LGBTQIA+) individuals represent a diverse population with varied identities.
- This population faces significant and unique disparities within the healthcare system.
- Addressing these disparities is essential for equitable health outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline strategies for establishing a welcoming and inclusive healthcare environment for LGBTQIA+ individuals.
- To highlight the importance of recognizing and addressing the specific healthcare needs of the LGBTQIA+ community.
- To provide actionable recommendations for healthcare providers and institutions.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on LGBTQIA+ health disparities.
- Analysis of existing best practices in inclusive healthcare.
- Synthesis of recommendations for creating affirming clinical settings.
Main Results:
- Healthcare environments often lack inclusivity, contributing to disparities.
- Tailored approaches are needed to address the diverse needs within the LGBTQIA+ community.
- Provider education and policy changes are key to fostering welcoming care.
Conclusions:
- Healthcare systems must actively work towards creating affirming spaces for all LGBTQIA+ individuals.
- Understanding intersectionality within the LGBTQIA+ community is vital for effective care.
- Implementing inclusive practices can mitigate health disparities and improve patient experiences.
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