Multidimensional Care of Transgender Patients: An Introduction for the Otolaryngologist (AMW)
2021 AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting & OTO Experience
There are 1.4 million adults in the US who identify as transgender. Transgender and non-binary gender individuals may present to the otolaryngologist with general complaints of the ear, nose, and throat as well as those directly tied to gender affirmation. The spectrum of gender identities, combined with the gender-defining characteristics of the voice and face, present unique opportunities for otolaryngologists to be leaders in a critical and growing part of LGBTQ+ healthcare. However, we often understandably lack fundamental knowledge in a field that is rapidly changing. The goal of this multi-disciplinary panel is to address that gap by providing foundational knowledge all practicing otolaryngologists, as well as those who desire an introduction to specialized gender-affirming procedures. First, key terminology and best clinical practices will be introduced for all otolaryngology-head and neck surgeons. Panelists will then provide an overview of facial gender affirming surgery, voice, and communication therapy, and phonosurgery for the transgender patient in the following format: Introduction to Transgender Care-Scott Chaiet; Facial Gender Affirming Surgery-Angela Sturm, Facial Plastic Surgeon; Gender Voice & Communication Therapy-Kevin Pasternak, Speech Language Pathologist; Pitch Altering Phonosurgery-Seth Dailey, Laryngologist. This session will benefit all Academy members by enhancing our ability to provide equitable and excellent care for patients of all genders and fostering collaboration between other otolaryngologists involved in gender care.
Credits
CME:1.0, MOC:1.0