hrp0089p1-p234 | Sex Differentiation, Gonads and Gynaecology or Sex Endocrinology P1 | ESPE2018

Pediatricians’ Attitudes and Beliefs towards Transgender Persons

Landau Nitsan , Hamiel Uri , Tokatly Latzer Itay , Mauda Elinor , Levek Noa , Tripto-Shkolnik Liana , Pinhas-Hamiel Orit

Introduction: Pediatricians are becoming key figures for gender dysphoric persons, as the number of children seeking information or treatment for gender dysphoria rises. Puberty suppression and affirming approach, have been shown to improve both psychological functioning and physical outcome. However, recent data show that most children referred were too old to receive this treatment. One barrier that can preclude appropriate care is pediatriciansÂ’ attitudes towards trans...