Transgender And Gender Diverse Health Care In The US Military: What Dermatologists Need To Know

July 2024 in “ Cutis ”

Frank Higgins

gender-affirming care dermatologic procedures transgender health care gender transition

TLDR The US Military supports transgender health care, but many needed skin procedures aren't covered by insurance.

The US Military has advanced in providing health care to transgender and gender diverse service members, ensuring they can receive gender-affirming care while maintaining military readiness. Dermatologists are crucial in the medical team for gender transition, but there is a gap between necessary dermatologic procedures and insurance coverage. Many procedures are not covered, highlighting a disparity in health care. The article discusses how both military and civilian dermatologists can enhance gender-affirming care and identifies areas for improvement in addressing these disparities.

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