Gender-affirming surgical needs in a national sample of transgender and gender diverse Veterans

Abstract:Inclusion and eliminating health disparities are guiding principles for health care systems, including the Veterans Health Administration (VHA). Compared to cisgender …

Moving Beyond International Classification of Diseases Codes for the Retrospective Identification of Gender Diverse Veterans

Abstract: Purpose: The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) systematically asks Veterans to self-report gender identity for documentation in their electronic health record. …

Causes of death of transgender and gender diverse veterans

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Transgender and gender diverse (TGD) veterans face numerous challenges due to stigma and marginalization, which have a significant impact on their health …