GMC publishes “Guidance for doctors treating transgender patients” (15/03/16)
Inclusive care of trans and non-binary patients
This guidance , written by the BMA, aims to explain first steps and best practice in providing a supportive service to transgender, trans and non-binary patients, including patients who present with gender incongruence and/or dysphoria.
The guidance may be viewed at: http://www.gmc-uk.org/guidance/28851.asp
Trans healthcare
Every patient has the right to high-quality and inclusive healthcare.
This page gives advice on how you can apply the principles in our guidance when caring for transgender and gender diverse adults. We also signpost to external resources from a range of organisations to help you improve your knowledge, skills and find out more information. We have used the term ‘transgender and gender diverse’ throughout this page. However, we recognise that gender identity and associated terminology is personal and subject to interpretation.
This advice applies to doctors treating adults. It does not apply to the treatment of children and young people in this area of care.
This guidance may be viewed here : https://www.gmc-uk.org/ethical-guidance/ethical-hub/trans-healthcare