This webinar addresses the intersectionality of LGBTQIA+ identity and neurodiversity. Dr. Gerrit van Schalkwyk discusses psycho-social implications for people who are sexual and gender minorities and also neurodiverse, and also talks about how to best serve these individuals. Janet Barbieri of the Autism/Aspergers Network of New England (AANE) addresses social supports for LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse people and the importance of community opportunities and engagement for these individuals. AANE Speaker's Bureau panelist Kendrick Cronin describes his experience as an LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse person, and talks about what he needs from his healthcare providers and his community.
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Caring for Intersex Patients at Health Centers
In this webinar we will define what it means to be intersex, address common misconceptions about intersex experience, discuss specific challenges faced by the intersex communities in accessing high-quality care, and outline best practices for how providers at health centers can effectively serve intersex patients.
Care for LGBTQIA+ People of Color (2020)
In this talk from the 2020 Advancing Excellence in Sexual and Gender Minority Health conference, Dr. Darrell Wheeler identifies challenges and solutions for supporting the health of LGBTQIA+ people of color. The presentation includes information on data collection, key health factors, and actionable steps to improve routine engagement in clinical practice.
Affirming Care for People with Intersex Traits (2020)
In this talk from the 2020 Advancing Excellence in Sexual and Gender Minority Health conference, Dr. Katie Dalke defines intersex terminology, discusses diverse sexual development, and presents an affirming approach to providing medical and behavioral health care for people with intersex traits.
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- Intersex Health
- Introduction to LGBTQIA+ Health
Multidisciplinary Approaches to Supporting Whole Person Gender Affirming Perioperative Health and Care (2020)
In this talk from the 2020 Advancing Excellence in Sexual and Gender Minority Health conference, Dr. Madeline Deutsch reviews key factors in gender-affirming surgeries, including WPATH surgery clearance, holistic perioperative approaches, and potential complications. Dr. Deutsch also uses case-based learning to answer common questions and concerns.
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- Transgender Health
Sexual Health for Transgender and Gender-Diverse People (2020)
In this talk from the 2020 Advancing Excellence in Sexual and Gender Minority Health conference, Dr. Asa Radix discusses the epidemiology of STIs among transgender people, and reviews gender- and anatomy-based guidelines for patients of transgender experience.
Healthcare Experiences of LGBTQIA+ People Community Panel (2020)
In this panel discussion from the 2020 Advancing Excellence in Sexual and Gender Minority Health conference, diverse LGBTQIA+ people share their experiences in accessing affirming health care. Moderated by Adrianna Boulin.
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- Introduction to LGBTQIA+ Health
Primary and Preventative Care for Sexual and Gender Minority Patients (2020)
In this talk from the 2020 Advancing Excellence in Sexual and Gender Minority Health conference, Dr. Alex Gonzalez summarizes preventative health standards of care for sexual and gender minority people, and describes how to implement these standards of care in diverse care settings.
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- Introduction to LGBTQIA+ Health
Keynote: Advancing Health Equity for Sexual and Gender Minority People (2020)
In this keynote presentation from the 2020 Advancing Excellence in Sexual and Gender Minority Health conference, Dr. Tonda Hughes provides an overview of the health of LGBTQIA+ populations in the U.S. Topics include: LGBTQIA+ terminology, health disparities, and recent advances in support of the health of LGBTQIA+ people.
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- Introduction to LGBTQIA+ Health
Health Disparities Among Sexual Minority People (2020)
In this talk from the 2020 Advancing Excellence in Sexual and Gender Minority Health conference, Dr. Ken Mayer provides an in-depth discussion of health disparities among sexual minorities, and offers recommendations for addressing these disparities.
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- Introduction to LGBTQIA+ Health
