A Urologist's Guide to Caring for Transgender and Gender Diverse Patients.

Urol Clin North Am

Department of Urology, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, 3401 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140, USA. Electronic address:

Published: November 2023

Urologists are experts in the fields of genital and pelvic anatomy, sexual health and reproductive medicine. As such, a working understanding of urologic conditions relevant to transgender and gender diverse patients should be expected within their scope of practice. Herein, we describe an introductory framework for general urologists to grow their knowledge of the appropriate terminology, anatomy, and basic tenets of gender-affirming care to better manage the urologic needs of transgender and gender diverse patients.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ucl.2023.06.020DOI Listing

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