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Coming Into Self

Gender-affirming surgery, the long road to it, and the account I went looking for and couldn't find.

Gender-affirming surgery, a first-hand and respectful account.

Gender-Affirming Surgery Resources

We point readers to authoritative, independent organisations for gender-affirming surgery and trans health information, and to trusted support organisations for the wider journey. The sources below publish reliable, evidence-based guidance or provide peer support.

Clinical standards and surgery

  • WPATH (World Professional Association for Transgender Health), the Standards of Care (SOC-8, 2022) that govern assessment and surgery.
  • NHS, Gender dysphoria services, the UK pathway, gender dysphoria clinics, and treatment overview.
  • NICE, evidence reviews and guidance relevant to gender identity healthcare.
  • USPATH (United States Professional Association for Transgender Health), the US affiliate of WPATH.

Trans support and information

  • Mermaids, support for trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse young people and their families (UK).
  • Gendered Intelligence, trans-led support, community, and education (UK).
  • Stonewall, information and advocacy on LGBTQ+ rights and inclusion (UK).
  • PFLAG, support and resources for LGBTQ+ people and their families (US).
  • The Trevor Project, crisis support and resources for LGBTQ+ young people (US).

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