Care of LGBTQ+ Patients: With a Focus on Musculoskeletal and Pelvic Complications Encountered in Transgender Patients-Care of LGBTQ+ Patients: With a Focus on Musculoskeletal and Pelvic Complications Encountered in Transgender Patients

Care of LGBTQ+ Patients: With a Focus on Musculoskeletal and Pelvic Complications Encountered in Transgender Patients

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In this video, Dr. Wong, Dr. Scott, and Dr. Yee discuss various aspects of care for LGBTQ+ patients with a focus on musculoskeletal, pelvic, and neurologic complications encountered in transgender patients. Dr. Wong focuses on terminology and gender affirmation healthcare, emphasizing the importance of identity and pronouns in respectful and inclusive care. She provides definitions for terms such as cisgender, transgender, non-binary, and gender dysphoria. Dr. Scott discusses musculoskeletal and neurologic complications of gender-affirming surgeries, such as breast surgery and genital surgery. She highlights the prevalence of post-breast surgery pain syndrome and the need for comprehensive pain management. Dr. Yee examines the care of LGBTQ+ athletes in the sports medicine setting. She discusses the status of education on LGBTQ+ topics in sports medicine and the importance of creating inclusive and safe environments for LGBTQ+ athletes. She also explores the concepts of fair and inclusive sports participation, as well as the controversies surrounding testosterone levels in transgender athletes. Overall, the video provides insights into the unique healthcare needs of LGBTQ+ patients and the importance of sensitivity and understanding in their care.

Keywords

LGBTQ+

care for LGBTQ+ patients

musculoskeletal complications

transgender patients

gender affirmation healthcare

post-breast surgery pain syndrome

LGBTQ+ athletes

sports medicine

testosterone levels in transgender athletes