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Evidence to Improve Care

Gender-Affirming Care for Gender-Diverse People

Care for Adults



Summary

This quality standard addresses care for gender-diverse adults aged 18 years and older. The term gender-diverse refers to all people whose gender identity or expression differs from the gender typically attributed to the sex assigned to them at birth. The term is inclusive of all Two-Spirit, trans, and nonbinary people. The quality standard focuses on gender-affirming care and the primary care needs of gender-diverse people, including assessment, screening, treatment, and follow-up. It addresses referral for gender-affirming surgery, based on clinical evidence, but not specific surgical procedures.

Although many statements may apply to intersex people, this quality standard does not directly address the care of intersex people.


This quality standard was completed in October 2024.

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