Reasons for preference for a male or female obstetrician/gynecologist (Ob/Gyn) for specific Ob/Gyn procedures among transgender men

Reasons for preference for a male or female obstetrician/gynecologist (Ob/Gyn) for specific Ob/Gyn procedures among transgender men

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Abstract Background Transgender men are a marginalized population with unique health care needs. However, their usage of health services is low because of considerable discrimination. A major factor in their avoidance is patient-provider interactions. Methods This cross-sectional study included 102 transgender men who anonymously completed a 55-ite...

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... reasons for preferring a female obstetrician/ gynecologist were then queried ( Table 5). The major reason given by the transgender men who preferred a female over a male obstetrician/gynecologist was their feelings during a pelvic examination. ...

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