Pre-transition I had a male Primary who was very good. He moved to a new position at a local hospital and a female MD took over his practice. She was very good in that she seemed to understand my concerns almost intuitively. The psychologist who did my mental health evaluation was male, but again he was very understanding and professional.

Once I started care with the VA, my Primary, Psychologists, Endocrinologist, Dermatologist, and Gynecologist are all female. I don't know if the VA did that intentionally, or if it was luck of the draw. I have found I prefer female physicians because they understand things like hot flashes due to low hormones. A male physician knows about these things but has not experienced them. That in no way diminishes their abilities, but as I transition to female, I am blessed to have a team that has experienced my symptoms and can accurately understand what I am experiencing.

That is just my personal preference. Others may feel differently.

Good morning everyone. I hope everyone is doing well.

I will be trying to set up my primary care doctor soon and see what they can do or offer in terms of trans/gender affirming care. I am not sure how to ask this since I'm sure it could come off as offensive to some. And if a doctor is a good one it should not matter how they identify in terms of their own gender and sexuality.

My question is based on everyone's experience so far. Do you find you received better care, feel more welcomed, and understood, felt more relaxed with a male doctor or female doctor?

I feel I would lean more towards a female doctor. I don't know why. I feel a female would be more understanding and compassionate and empathize more than a male doctor. That's just me, I don't have any proof or evidence or experience on it.

Granted everyone should be given a chance and if they don't meet my needs then I can always switch to another doctor.

Just wanted to hear everyone's opinion on this subject. Thank you and I am sorry if I have offended anyone.

Best thing is I am not taking any meds, lets see what the blood test shows.

Two Too (to 2)

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Floor

Tow Toe

Happy birthday to each of you!

Chrissy

Good to hear that you and your doctor are keeping your blood pressure under control.
My resting heart rate was low so my doctor switched my blood pressure medication.

Well my blood pressure was within what they wanted, normal for my age anyway. Debs rang me when I was with the nurse so didn't answer but she left text saying she had an appointment, I bet she forgot I was coming and went to get her hair done. Told her to call on me after, not holding my breath-----------