Surgery criteria should focus on readiness, not proving you're trans
Helen argues that gender affirming surgery criteria should shift focus from validating someone's trans identity to exploring whether the specific operation is right for them at this time, including realistic expectations about outcomes
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Dr Helen Webberley, Gender Specialist and Medical Educator
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