• Author: Guneet K. Jasuja
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Using self-identified gender identity data to advance health equity among transgender and gender diverse Veterans in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Identification of transgender and gender diverse (TGD) people has been limited to diagnoses and text rather than self-identified gender identity (SIGI), …

Incident atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease among Veterans by gender identity: A cohort study

Abstract:Background: Transgender and gender diverse (trans) populations are at elevated risk for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD). Objective: Measure the association …

Discovery of novel ancestry specific genes for androgens and hypogonadism in Million Veteran Program men

Abstract: Given the various roles of testosterone in men’s health, we conducted a multi-ancestral genetic analysis of total testosterone, free testosterone, SHBG, and …

Leveraging electronic health record data to identify lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) Veteran participants in the Pride in All Who Served program

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Pride in All Who Served (PRIDE) is an intervention in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) focused on enhancing Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and …

Mental health utilization among transgender Veterans

Abstract: Importance: Compared with cisgender (CG) individuals, transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) individuals experience substantial social and economic disparities that can …

Receipt of gender-affirming surgeries among transgender and gender diverse Veterans

Abstract: Background: Gender-affirming surgery (GAS) can be an important part of comprehensive care for transgender and gender diverse (TGD) individuals, but this care is not …

Gender-affirming hormone treatment and metabolic syndrome among transgender Veterans

Abstract: Importance: Gender-affirming hormone treatment (GAHT) is a common therapy for transgender individuals to reduce gender dysphoria and improve quality of life. Clarifying …

Clinicians in the Veterans Health Administration initiate gender-affirming hormone therapy in concordance with clinical guideline recommendations

Abstract: Background: Gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) is a common medical intervention sought by transgender and gender diverse (TGD) individuals. Initiating GAHT in …

Non-affirmation minority stress, internalized transphobia, and subjective cognitive decline among transgender and gender diverse Veterans aged 45 years and older

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: To examine the associations of two measures of minority stress, non-affirmation minority stress and internalized transphobia, with subjective cognitive …

Patient Characteristics Associated with Receiving Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Purpose: This study aimed to examine patient characteristics associated with receipt of gender-affirming hormone therapy in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA). …

Complexity of patients with mental healthcare needs cared for by mental health clinical pharmacist practitioners in Veterans Affairs

Abstract: PURPOSE: The complexity of patients with mental healthcare needs cared for by clinical pharmacists is not well delineated. We evaluated the complexity of patients with …

Rule-based identification of individuals with mild cognitive impairment or Alzheimer's disease using clinical notes from the United States Veterans Affairs healthcare system

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Early identification of individuals with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a clinical and research imperative. Use of diagnostic …