Oral Presentation ESA-SRB-ANZBMS 2024 in conjunction with ENSA

Gender affirming care in adults: the basics, models of care and YOU (#127)

Lachlan Angus 1
  1. SA Health, Adelaide, SA, Australia

There is increasing demand for gender affirming hormone therapy, both in Australia and globally.  With the establishment of more multidisciplinary public hospital clinics, endocrine nurses are likely to play an increasing role in the provision of care to this underserved population.  This presentation will outline:

  • Pathways of accessing gender affirming hormone therapy for adults
  • Masculinising hormone therapy: expected effects and potential risks 
  • Feminising hormone therapy: expected effects and potential risks
  • The potential role of the Endocrine Nurse
  • Case example: SA Adult Gender Diversity Clinic