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Title: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: JessicaH on September 08, 2011, 04:12:32 PM
Post by: JessicaH on September 08, 2011, 04:12:32 PM
I'm compiling a list of "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics by state. If you know of any, Please post on this thread and I will update the list and repost the list. Please don't turn this thread into a discusssion place for Informed Consent. Thanks!
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: JessicaH on September 08, 2011, 04:17:58 PM
Post by: JessicaH on September 08, 2011, 04:17:58 PM
Boston, Massachusets
http://www.fenwayhealth.org/site/PageServer?pagename=FCHC_srv_services_trans (http://www.fenwayhealth.org/site/PageServer?pagename=FCHC_srv_services_trans)
Charlotte, NC
http://marlowesweightloss.com/ (http://marlowesweightloss.com/)
http://www.fenwayhealth.org/site/PageServer?pagename=FCHC_srv_services_trans (http://www.fenwayhealth.org/site/PageServer?pagename=FCHC_srv_services_trans)
Charlotte, NC
http://marlowesweightloss.com/ (http://marlowesweightloss.com/)
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: Sarah B on September 08, 2011, 04:40:09 PM
Post by: Sarah B on September 08, 2011, 04:40:09 PM
Hi Jessica
Your suggestion of an "Informed Consent List" is an excellent idea. given the recent discussion in other threads on this issue. I would suggest that a Wikipedia entry on Susan's would be a more appropriate location to place this list, because the list can be updated or amended relatively easy.
Warm regards
Sarah B
Your suggestion of an "Informed Consent List" is an excellent idea. given the recent discussion in other threads on this issue. I would suggest that a Wikipedia entry on Susan's would be a more appropriate location to place this list, because the list can be updated or amended relatively easy.
Warm regards
Sarah B
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: JessicaH on September 08, 2011, 04:52:41 PM
Post by: JessicaH on September 08, 2011, 04:52:41 PM
Not sure how to do that. We can move it somewhere like that at any time but until then, send me info on "IC" clinics! lol
Want to volunter to help on this project? If you have time to make some calls or emails, I can give you contact info to call or email. Pick a state and help out!
Want to volunter to help on this project? If you have time to make some calls or emails, I can give you contact info to call or email. Pick a state and help out!
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: tekla on September 08, 2011, 05:12:42 PM
Post by: tekla on September 08, 2011, 05:12:42 PM
Castro-Mission Health Center in San Francisco
Here is the FtM form:
For Female-to-Male Transition
This form refers to the use of testosterone by persons who wish to become more masculinized as part of a gender transitioning process.
You are being asked to initial the various statements on this form to indicate that the risks as well as the changes which may occur as a result of the use of testosterone have been explained to you and that you understand them. If you have any questions or concerns about the information below, we encourage you to take all the time you need to: ask questions, read, research , talk with clinic staff and think about these important aspects of your treatment.
Please initial and date.
Patient Provider Date
______ ______ ___/___/___ I have been informed that masculinizing effects of testosterone may take several months to become noticeable, up to five years to be complete. Some of these changes will be permanent, including:
Hair loss, especially at my temples and crown of my head and, possibly, becoming completely bald
Beard and mustache growth
Deepening of my voice
Increased hair growth on my arms, legs, chest, back, and abdomen
Enlargement of my clitoris
These additional changes will not be permanent if I stop testosterone:
Decrease of fat in my breasts, buttocks and thighs
Increase of fat in my abdomen
More muscle development
More red blood cells in my blood
Behavioral changes, similar to those experienced at puberty, and increased sex drive
Acne, which may become severe and may cause permanent scarring if not treated
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand that it is not known exactly what the effects of testosterone are on fertility. I have been informed that, if I stop taking testosterone, I may or may not be able to become pregnant in the future.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand that there are brain structures which are affected by testosterone and estrogen, and that current medical science does not understand these adequately. I understand that taking a hormone may have long-term effects on the functioning of my brain which are impossible to predict. These effects may be beneficial, damaging, or both.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand that everyone's body is different and that there is no way to predict what will be my response to hormones. There is a very complex interaction in each person between all the different hormones. I understand that the right dosage for me may not be the same as for someone else.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I will have physical examinations and blood tests periodically to make sure I am not having a bad reaction to the hormones. I understand this is required to continue testosterone therapy through this clinic.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I have been informed that using testosterone may increase my risk of developing diabetes in the future because of changes in my ovaries.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand that the endometrium (the lining of my uterus) is able to turn testosterone into estrogen and so increase my risk of cancer of the endometrium. I have been informed that not having my period for prolonged times may increases this risk. In order to reduce this risk, another hormone may be recommended to induce a menstrual period (shed the endometrium) several times a year.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand that through an interaction in the blood, my taking testosterone may actually increase the effectiveness of the estrogen in my body. The results of this are not known.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I have been informed that if my periods stop while I am taking testosterone I probably will not be able to become pregnant. I understand that testosterone should not be used to prevent pregnancy. Even if I have stopped having periods I should still use birth control (preferably barrier methods) if I am having sex where semen could enter my vagina or uterus.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand the effects of testosterone will not protect me from sexually transmitted diseases or from HIV.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand that the effects of testosterone will not protect me from cervical cancer or breast cancer. It is important to continue to be alert to the health care needs of my body. I understand that annual breast exams and monthly self-breast exams are recommended, even after chest reconstruction. My provider may also recommend periodic pap smears.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand that fatty tissue in my breasts is able to turn testosterone into estrogen, which may increase my risk of breast cancer in the future.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I have been informed that testosterone puts a stress on the liver which may lead to liver inflammation. I will be monitored for liver problems before starting testosterone and periodically during therapy
______ ______ ___/___/___ I have been informed that if I take testosterone my good cholesterol (HDL) will probably go down and my bad cholesterol (LDL) will probably go up. This will likely increase my risk of a heart attack or stroke in the future. The rates of risks for FTMs on testosterone are similar to the risks that are found in non-transgender men.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand that there are emotional changes I will likely experience as a result of testosterone therapy, and that clinic staff can assist me in finding resources to explore these changes.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand that once injected, if I have any adverse reactions to testosterone I must wait for them to wear off.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I agree to tell my medical provider about any non-clinic hormones, dietary supplements, herbs, recreational drugs or medications I might be taking. I understand that being honest with my provider is crucial to developing a trusting relationship. Sharing this information will help my provider to prevent potentially harmful interactions. I have been informed that clinic staff will continue to provide me with medical care, regardless of what information I share with them.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I agree to take hormones as prescribed and to inform my provider of any problems or dissatisfactions I may have with the treatment. I've been informed that if I take too much testosterone that my body may convert it into estrogen. This may slow or stop the desired effects of the hormone.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand that there are medical conditions that could make taking testosterone either dangerous or damaging. I agree that if clinic staff suspect I may have one of these conditions, I will be evaluated for it before the decision to start or continue testosterone therapy is made.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand that I can choose to stop taking testosterone at any time. I also understand that my provider can discontinue treatment for clinical reasons.
All the above information has been explained to my satisfaction.
_______I choose to begin testosterone therapy.
______ I do not wish to begin testosterone therapy at this time.
__________________________ _______________
Patient Signature Date
__________________________ _______________
Parent/Guardian Signature Date
__________________________ _______________
Medical Provider Signature Date
Here is the FtM form:
For Female-to-Male Transition
This form refers to the use of testosterone by persons who wish to become more masculinized as part of a gender transitioning process.
You are being asked to initial the various statements on this form to indicate that the risks as well as the changes which may occur as a result of the use of testosterone have been explained to you and that you understand them. If you have any questions or concerns about the information below, we encourage you to take all the time you need to: ask questions, read, research , talk with clinic staff and think about these important aspects of your treatment.
Please initial and date.
Patient Provider Date
______ ______ ___/___/___ I have been informed that masculinizing effects of testosterone may take several months to become noticeable, up to five years to be complete. Some of these changes will be permanent, including:
Hair loss, especially at my temples and crown of my head and, possibly, becoming completely bald
Beard and mustache growth
Deepening of my voice
Increased hair growth on my arms, legs, chest, back, and abdomen
Enlargement of my clitoris
These additional changes will not be permanent if I stop testosterone:
Decrease of fat in my breasts, buttocks and thighs
Increase of fat in my abdomen
More muscle development
More red blood cells in my blood
Behavioral changes, similar to those experienced at puberty, and increased sex drive
Acne, which may become severe and may cause permanent scarring if not treated
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand that it is not known exactly what the effects of testosterone are on fertility. I have been informed that, if I stop taking testosterone, I may or may not be able to become pregnant in the future.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand that there are brain structures which are affected by testosterone and estrogen, and that current medical science does not understand these adequately. I understand that taking a hormone may have long-term effects on the functioning of my brain which are impossible to predict. These effects may be beneficial, damaging, or both.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand that everyone's body is different and that there is no way to predict what will be my response to hormones. There is a very complex interaction in each person between all the different hormones. I understand that the right dosage for me may not be the same as for someone else.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I will have physical examinations and blood tests periodically to make sure I am not having a bad reaction to the hormones. I understand this is required to continue testosterone therapy through this clinic.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I have been informed that using testosterone may increase my risk of developing diabetes in the future because of changes in my ovaries.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand that the endometrium (the lining of my uterus) is able to turn testosterone into estrogen and so increase my risk of cancer of the endometrium. I have been informed that not having my period for prolonged times may increases this risk. In order to reduce this risk, another hormone may be recommended to induce a menstrual period (shed the endometrium) several times a year.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand that through an interaction in the blood, my taking testosterone may actually increase the effectiveness of the estrogen in my body. The results of this are not known.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I have been informed that if my periods stop while I am taking testosterone I probably will not be able to become pregnant. I understand that testosterone should not be used to prevent pregnancy. Even if I have stopped having periods I should still use birth control (preferably barrier methods) if I am having sex where semen could enter my vagina or uterus.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand the effects of testosterone will not protect me from sexually transmitted diseases or from HIV.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand that the effects of testosterone will not protect me from cervical cancer or breast cancer. It is important to continue to be alert to the health care needs of my body. I understand that annual breast exams and monthly self-breast exams are recommended, even after chest reconstruction. My provider may also recommend periodic pap smears.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand that fatty tissue in my breasts is able to turn testosterone into estrogen, which may increase my risk of breast cancer in the future.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I have been informed that testosterone puts a stress on the liver which may lead to liver inflammation. I will be monitored for liver problems before starting testosterone and periodically during therapy
______ ______ ___/___/___ I have been informed that if I take testosterone my good cholesterol (HDL) will probably go down and my bad cholesterol (LDL) will probably go up. This will likely increase my risk of a heart attack or stroke in the future. The rates of risks for FTMs on testosterone are similar to the risks that are found in non-transgender men.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand that there are emotional changes I will likely experience as a result of testosterone therapy, and that clinic staff can assist me in finding resources to explore these changes.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand that once injected, if I have any adverse reactions to testosterone I must wait for them to wear off.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I agree to tell my medical provider about any non-clinic hormones, dietary supplements, herbs, recreational drugs or medications I might be taking. I understand that being honest with my provider is crucial to developing a trusting relationship. Sharing this information will help my provider to prevent potentially harmful interactions. I have been informed that clinic staff will continue to provide me with medical care, regardless of what information I share with them.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I agree to take hormones as prescribed and to inform my provider of any problems or dissatisfactions I may have with the treatment. I've been informed that if I take too much testosterone that my body may convert it into estrogen. This may slow or stop the desired effects of the hormone.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand that there are medical conditions that could make taking testosterone either dangerous or damaging. I agree that if clinic staff suspect I may have one of these conditions, I will be evaluated for it before the decision to start or continue testosterone therapy is made.
______ ______ ___/___/___ I understand that I can choose to stop taking testosterone at any time. I also understand that my provider can discontinue treatment for clinical reasons.
All the above information has been explained to my satisfaction.
_______I choose to begin testosterone therapy.
______ I do not wish to begin testosterone therapy at this time.
__________________________ _______________
Patient Signature Date
__________________________ _______________
Parent/Guardian Signature Date
__________________________ _______________
Medical Provider Signature Date
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: Sarah B on September 08, 2011, 05:34:45 PM
Post by: Sarah B on September 08, 2011, 05:34:45 PM
Hi Jessica
You said:
I will set up the wiki page and I will then post a direct in this thread to that particular page where it can be viewed by anyone who is looking for that information.
Unfortunately, I do not live in the US. However, I can set up the main parameters for a couple of other countries.
Warm regards
Sarah B
You said:
Quote from: JessicaH on September 08, 2011, 04:52:41 PM
Not sure how to do that. We can move it somewhere like that at any time but until then, send me info on "IC" clinics! lol
I will set up the wiki page and I will then post a direct in this thread to that particular page where it can be viewed by anyone who is looking for that information.
Quote from: JessicaH on September 08, 2011, 04:52:41 PM
Want to volunter to help on this project? If you have time to make some calls or emails, I can give you contact info to call or email. Pick a state and help out!
Unfortunately, I do not live in the US. However, I can set up the main parameters for a couple of other countries.
Warm regards
Sarah B
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: JennaNicole on September 08, 2011, 08:40:45 PM
Post by: JennaNicole on September 08, 2011, 08:40:45 PM
Quote from: JessicaH on September 08, 2011, 04:17:58 PM
Boston, Massachusets
http://www.fenwayhealth.org/site/PageServer?pagename=FCHC_srv_services_trans (http://www.fenwayhealth.org/site/PageServer?pagename=FCHC_srv_services_trans)
(https://www.susans.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2F1.bp.blogspot.com%2F_0uvTBfuYUt0%2FTNG1IJtk9GI%2FAAAAAAAABpQ%2FWNabN-7exQQ%2Fs1600%2F1046-thumbs_up_smiley.gif&hash=0047b21c39b1702f3fb9efb80a1d935a6dacc60f)
Fenway Health is not only a great clinic, but one that does not make you jump through hoops you really don't need to. Go redsox!
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: JessicaH on September 08, 2011, 08:50:43 PM
Post by: JessicaH on September 08, 2011, 08:50:43 PM
Quote from: Sarah B on September 08, 2011, 05:34:45 PM
Hi Jessica
You said:
I will set up the wiki page and I will then post a direct in this thread to that particular page where it can be viewed by anyone who is looking for that information.
Unfortunately, I do not live in the US. However, I can set up the main parameters for a couple of other countries.
Warm regards
Sarah B
What the heck, let's go international with the project! Someone offer a clinic or doc and we will add your country!
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: Sarah B on September 08, 2011, 09:36:02 PM
Post by: Sarah B on September 08, 2011, 09:36:02 PM
Hi Jessica
I have created a main wiki page for Informed Consent (https://www.susans.org/wiki/Informed_consent) or Click on the Wiki link at the top of each page, then select HRT on the main Wiki page and then of course select "Informed Consent".
I would question your second link Dr. Marlowe's Weight Loss Institute (http://marlowesweightloss.com/), a weight loss clinic for Informed Consent especially in regards to HRT?
Go and have a look a make suggestions or edit the page for you new links. The outline is there, a more thorough introduction to the topic is one of the things that can be improved along with how we address the links or the contact information.
Warm regards
Sarah B
Edit: Updated the link to the right page.
I have created a main wiki page for Informed Consent (https://www.susans.org/wiki/Informed_consent) or Click on the Wiki link at the top of each page, then select HRT on the main Wiki page and then of course select "Informed Consent".
I would question your second link Dr. Marlowe's Weight Loss Institute (http://marlowesweightloss.com/), a weight loss clinic for Informed Consent especially in regards to HRT?
Go and have a look a make suggestions or edit the page for you new links. The outline is there, a more thorough introduction to the topic is one of the things that can be improved along with how we address the links or the contact information.
Warm regards
Sarah B
Edit: Updated the link to the right page.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: JessicaH on September 08, 2011, 10:20:01 PM
Post by: JessicaH on September 08, 2011, 10:20:01 PM
I actually went to an appointment at Dr. Marlowe's with Melissa42013. He used to have a HRT link on his site but it's not active any more. He may be getting enough business without the links or possibly not taking new patients but Melissa still sees him.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: Princess Rachel on September 10, 2011, 03:47:16 PM
Post by: Princess Rachel on September 10, 2011, 03:47:16 PM
Quote from: Sarah B on September 08, 2011, 09:36:02 PMI have created a main wiki page for Informed Consent (https://www.susans.org/wiki/?title=Infromed_Consent&action=submit)
sorry to be miss computer geek 2011 but you spelled informed wrong sweetie
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: Sarah B on September 11, 2011, 04:47:23 AM
Post by: Sarah B on September 11, 2011, 04:47:23 AM
Thank you for pointing out the mistake Princess Rache! It was not my brain that made the mistake but my fingers! I have fixed the problem (or will very soon) and the link to that page in my previous page will also be updated.
Warm regards
Sarah B
Warm regards
Sarah B
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: Sarah B on September 11, 2011, 06:10:22 AM
Post by: Sarah B on September 11, 2011, 06:10:22 AM
When I initially created the page I typed in Infromed Consent, which gave me a new page and of course told me that no page existed. Which I thought at the time strange that this particular topic did not exist. So I created the page with the states in. I have merged the page I created with the Informed Consent page.
Once again thanks Princess Rachel for pointing the error!
Warm regards
Sarah B
Once again thanks Princess Rachel for pointing the error!
Warm regards
Sarah B
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: NatashaD on September 12, 2011, 04:37:38 PM
Post by: NatashaD on September 12, 2011, 04:37:38 PM
Add this one for the Kansas City (both Kansas and Missouri) area:
Sharon Lee, M.D.
Southwest Boulevard Clinic
340 Southwest Blvd.
Kansas City, KS 66103
Phone: (913) 722-3100
She doesn't have people fill out a questionnaire, but does sit down with the patient and grills them over why they are there and what to expect. I am told she is very experienced and has successfully treated over two hundred transgendered patients.
Sharon Lee, M.D.
Southwest Boulevard Clinic
340 Southwest Blvd.
Kansas City, KS 66103
Phone: (913) 722-3100
She doesn't have people fill out a questionnaire, but does sit down with the patient and grills them over why they are there and what to expect. I am told she is very experienced and has successfully treated over two hundred transgendered patients.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: melissa42013 on September 12, 2011, 05:02:46 PM
Post by: melissa42013 on September 12, 2011, 05:02:46 PM
Quote from: JessicaH on September 08, 2011, 10:20:01 PMI have another appointment with him in October so unless something changed he is still doing it. I will ask him though. He started offering this service because he had a friend that had trouble finding help and medical schools do not spend any time on it. He has a number of other trans patients.
I actually went to an appointment at Dr. Marlowe's with Melissa42013. He used to have a HRT link on his site but it's not active any more. He may be getting enough business without the links or possibly not taking new patients but Melissa still sees him.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: JessicaH on September 12, 2011, 05:22:59 PM
Post by: JessicaH on September 12, 2011, 05:22:59 PM
Quote from: NatashaD on September 12, 2011, 04:37:38 PM
Add this one for the Kansas City (both Kansas and Missouri) area:
Sharon Lee, M.D.
Southwest Boulevard Clinic
340 Southwest Blvd.
Kansas City, KS 66103
Phone: (913) 722-3100
She doesn't have people fill out a questionnaire, but does sit down with the patient and grills them over why they are there and what to expect. I am told she is very experienced and has successfully treated over two hundred transgendered patients.
That is AWESOME Natasha! I know several people looking for a doctor in that general area. Please keep posting these resources everyone! If you are not sure on a resource, just let me know what you know and I will take it from there.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: JessicaH on September 12, 2011, 05:25:27 PM
Post by: JessicaH on September 12, 2011, 05:25:27 PM
Quote from: melissa42013 on September 12, 2011, 05:02:46 PM
I have another appointment with him in October so unless something changed he is still doing it. I will ask him though. He started offering this service because he had a friend that had trouble finding help and medical schools do not spend any time on it. He has a number of other trans patients.
Melissa dear,,,, can you do me a favor and call Dr. Marlowe to check if he is still taking new trans patients? I think there are several people that are very intrested in knowing. :-*
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: NatashaD on September 12, 2011, 08:46:42 PM
Post by: NatashaD on September 12, 2011, 08:46:42 PM
Quote from: JessicaH on September 12, 2011, 05:22:59 PM
That is AWESOME Natasha! I know several people looking for a doctor in that general area. Please keep posting these resources everyone! If you are not sure on a resource, just let me know what you know and I will take it from there.
Just let them know that it can take forever to get in. I think my first appointment had to be booked 4-6 weeks in advance for the initial consultation, then another month for the appointment where you'll get something done. Part of it has to do with how much stuff she is involved in, but I can't help but wonder if part of it is like entering a Buddhist monastery; you have to prove your worth by (figuratively) standing outside the gate.
She's good though.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: JessicaH on September 12, 2011, 10:33:42 PM
Post by: JessicaH on September 12, 2011, 10:33:42 PM
Transitioning Your Life in Norfolk, Virginia http://www.accessaids.org/site/our-services/community-programs/74-transgender-clinic.html (http://www.accessaids.org/site/our-services/community-programs/74-transgender-clinic.html)
Richmond, VAFan Free Clinic
http://www.fanfreeclinic.org/client-services/medical-clinic/ (http://www.fanfreeclinic.org/client-services/medical-clinic/)
1010 N. Thompson Street
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 358-6343
Offers Informed Consent services and free or sliding scale health services.
Washington DChttp://www.whitman-walker.org/page.aspx?pid=475 (http://www.whitman-walker.org/page.aspx?pid=475)
Elizabeth Taylor Medical Center
1701 14th St, NW
Washington, DC 20009
Max Robinson Center
2301 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., SE
Washington, DC 20020
.
New York City, New Yorkhttp://www.callen-lorde.org/transgender.html (http://www.callen-lorde.org/transgender.html)
Appointments
(212) 271-7200
Address:
356 W 18th St
New York, NY 10011
Chicago, IL
HOWARD BROWN HEALTH CENTER ESTABLISHES TRANSGENDER HORMONE PROTOCOL
http://www.howardbrown.org/hb_news.asp?id=1228 (http://www.howardbrown.org/hb_news.asp?id=1228)
Philidelphia, PA
http://mazzonicenter.org/ (http://mazzonicenter.org/)
San Francisco, CA
the Dimensions Clinic.
http://www.dimensionsclinic.org/transgroup.html (http://www.dimensionsclinic.org/transgroup.html)
3850 17th St. / San Francisco, CA 94114 -
Phone 415.934.7757 - Fax 415.558.8221
Richmond, VAFan Free Clinic
http://www.fanfreeclinic.org/client-services/medical-clinic/ (http://www.fanfreeclinic.org/client-services/medical-clinic/)
1010 N. Thompson Street
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 358-6343
Offers Informed Consent services and free or sliding scale health services.
Washington DChttp://www.whitman-walker.org/page.aspx?pid=475 (http://www.whitman-walker.org/page.aspx?pid=475)
Elizabeth Taylor Medical Center
1701 14th St, NW
Washington, DC 20009
Max Robinson Center
2301 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., SE
Washington, DC 20020
.
New York City, New Yorkhttp://www.callen-lorde.org/transgender.html (http://www.callen-lorde.org/transgender.html)
Appointments
(212) 271-7200
Address:
356 W 18th St
New York, NY 10011
Chicago, IL
HOWARD BROWN HEALTH CENTER ESTABLISHES TRANSGENDER HORMONE PROTOCOL
http://www.howardbrown.org/hb_news.asp?id=1228 (http://www.howardbrown.org/hb_news.asp?id=1228)
Philidelphia, PA
http://mazzonicenter.org/ (http://mazzonicenter.org/)
San Francisco, CA
the Dimensions Clinic.
http://www.dimensionsclinic.org/transgroup.html (http://www.dimensionsclinic.org/transgroup.html)
3850 17th St. / San Francisco, CA 94114 -
Phone 415.934.7757 - Fax 415.558.8221
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: RhinoP on September 13, 2011, 11:48:26 AM
Post by: RhinoP on September 13, 2011, 11:48:26 AM
I may have an apportunity to go to kansas in two months. I'm dying for hormone replacement, I'm growing balder and more haggard by the day.
So does 'informed consent' mean that the therapist still has to get to know you and mooch at least $500 off you, or does it mean tbey throw letters at you as long as you aren't a lunatic?
So does 'informed consent' mean that the therapist still has to get to know you and mooch at least $500 off you, or does it mean tbey throw letters at you as long as you aren't a lunatic?
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: tekla on September 13, 2011, 12:16:52 PM
Post by: tekla on September 13, 2011, 12:16:52 PM
It means you sign a paper acknowledging that you know the risks and are willing to take them and live with the consequences. You are agreeing not to hold anyone else liable or responsible. If it turns out great - then great! If it turns out like ->-bleeped-<-, well, nobodies fault but mine.
It's an adult thing.
It's an adult thing.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: RhinoP on September 13, 2011, 12:35:09 PM
Post by: RhinoP on September 13, 2011, 12:35:09 PM
I'm hoping that the clinic in kansas isn't full of manure and malarky, I may have a direct ride there, and I'll have that ride in two months, which may be perfect if the clinic's waiting list is long. Does anyone know if clinics like this see out-of-state patients? I've had surgery out of state before, and it there was no residency problem, but it may be different for clinics and especially hormone clinics that may want to keep up with you.
And again, is there a process to informed consent or do they pretty much say "This is america, here's the papers." on the first visit?
And again, is there a process to informed consent or do they pretty much say "This is america, here's the papers." on the first visit?
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: Ann Onymous on September 13, 2011, 12:43:28 PM
Post by: Ann Onymous on September 13, 2011, 12:43:28 PM
Quote from: RhinoP on September 13, 2011, 12:35:09 PM
I'm hoping that the clinic in kansas isn't full of manure and malarky, I may have a direct ride there, and I'll have that ride in two months, which may be perfect if the clinic's waiting list is long. Does anyone know if clinics like this see out-of-state patients? I've had surgery out of state before, and it there was no residency problem, but it may be different for clinics and especially hormone clinics that may want to keep up with you.
And again, is there a process to informed consent or do they pretty much say "This is america, here's the papers." on the first visit?
I'm going to guess that they can tell you their process if you CALL them. I would be surprised if they just took walk-ins.
As far as residency, if the patient is footing the bill, then residency should not be an issue. I know that I could go to any doctor I want, but if it is out of network (no matter the reason), then I pay out-of-network costs. If I were on State subsidies, then the State gets to direct whether I need to be a resident in order to receive non-emergency services... That being said...I would FULLY expect you to commit to follow-up visits, and without that commitment, I would be surprised if they prescribed ANYTHING.
I never had to sign anything when I found my doc in the early 90's...we verbalized our understanding. But society has grown even more litigious over the past few decades, not to mention the upswing in people who think HRT is the cure for all that ails them...so the docs are going to look to cover their respective asses.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: tekla on September 13, 2011, 12:43:55 PM
Post by: tekla on September 13, 2011, 12:43:55 PM
Telephone, e-mail, snail-mail, web sites... I'm sure you could reach out and touch them if you really wanted to know.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: RhinoP on September 13, 2011, 01:12:29 PM
Post by: RhinoP on September 13, 2011, 01:12:29 PM
Well, to be honest, I just need to get the consent forms and approval, and then I can go to whichever endocrinologist I well please, most likely. It's really the psychological/legal approval that I need, as long as I get tested and prescribed by a informed consent clinic, I can probably take my papers, tests, and dosages to a local endo when I return home. I live in TN and there's absolutely no non-RLE endo's around here, but if I'm already on hormone therapy, there's not really a reason for them to deny local care. It's really the innitial approval and diagnosis that's worth the long haul.
And to be honest, posting something a forum is free, calling 14 long-distance clinics probably is not.
And to be honest, posting something a forum is free, calling 14 long-distance clinics probably is not.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: JungianZoe on September 13, 2011, 01:19:01 PM
Post by: JungianZoe on September 13, 2011, 01:19:01 PM
Quote from: RhinoP on September 13, 2011, 01:12:29 PM
Well, to be honest, I just need to get the consent forms and approval, and then I can go to whichever endocrinologist I well please, most likely. It's really the psychological/legal approval that I need, as long as I get tested and prescribed by a informed consent clinic, I can probably take my papers, tests, and dosages to a local endo when I return home. I live in TN and there's absolutely no non-RLE endo's around here, but if I'm already on hormone therapy, there's not really a reason for them to deny local care. It's really the innitial approval and diagnosis that's worth the long haul.
I would honestly question whether one doctor is going to accept your agreement not to sue a different doctor as an acceptable clearance for treatment. If I were having foot surgery, the surgeon wouldn't call up the gastroenterology surgeon who worked on my stomach to ask whether I'd signed a form understanding the risk of surgery.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: JessicaH on September 13, 2011, 01:47:03 PM
Post by: JessicaH on September 13, 2011, 01:47:03 PM
Quote from: RhinoP on September 13, 2011, 01:12:29 PM
Well, to be honest, I just need to get the consent forms and approval, and then I can go to whichever endocrinologist I well please, most likely. It's really the psychological/legal approval that I need, as long as I get tested and prescribed by a informed consent clinic, I can probably take my papers, tests, and dosages to a local endo when I return home. I live in TN and there's absolutely no non-RLE endo's around here, but if I'm already on hormone therapy, there's not really a reason for them to deny local care. It's really the innitial approval and diagnosis that's worth the long haul.
And to be honest, posting something a forum is free, calling 14 long-distance clinics probably is not.
Please don't try and derail this thread. If you know of a doctor or clinic that uses the informed consent model or other useful information about said doctor or clinic including feedback, please post it here. Open discussion about "Informed Consent" should be done elsewhere, please.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: RhinoP on September 13, 2011, 03:50:49 PM
Post by: RhinoP on September 13, 2011, 03:50:49 PM
All I'm saying is that I would hope to get my initial blood test results, hormone therapy plan and dosages, and all the regular tests at whatever clinic does informed consent. Then, when I'm already on hormone therapy, it seems a possibility that I can go to a local gender friendly endo (that does not do informed consent), and simply say "I'm already on hormone therapy and have done all my RLE and such, please use my information from my previous Endo so that I can be taken care of here." It's what someone would do if they simply moved across the country.
Oh, and back to providing information on the clinics, I called the clinic in Kansas twice, and it said the number did not work, or some mess. The website for the clinic looked straight out of 1997 as well, I'm not sure they're in business. They aren't listed on the SusanWiki yet, either. I'll be researching for Informed Consent clinics in the Kansas City area and will post if I find any.
Oh, and back to providing information on the clinics, I called the clinic in Kansas twice, and it said the number did not work, or some mess. The website for the clinic looked straight out of 1997 as well, I'm not sure they're in business. They aren't listed on the SusanWiki yet, either. I'll be researching for Informed Consent clinics in the Kansas City area and will post if I find any.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: SandraJane on September 13, 2011, 04:28:56 PM
Post by: SandraJane on September 13, 2011, 04:28:56 PM
Quote from: JessicaH on September 13, 2011, 01:47:03 PM
Please don't try and derail this thread. If you know of a doctor or clinic that uses the informed consent model or other useful information about said doctor or clinic including feedback, please post it here. Open discussion about "Informed Consent" should be done elsewhere, please.
Rhino P,
Once again, please do not try to dereail the thread, or you will be reported to the Moderator.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: JessicaH on September 13, 2011, 05:10:48 PM
Post by: JessicaH on September 13, 2011, 05:10:48 PM
I verified the phone number for Dr. Sharon Lee, M.D. and there are no issues.
More on Dr. Lee- http://www.thebody.com/content/art39710.html (http://www.thebody.com/content/art39710.html)
Sharon Dian Lee, M.D., is Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine at the University of Kansas and the founder and director of Southwest Boulevard Family Health Care. She holds the dual role of Community Electives Coordinator and HIV and Palliative Care Consultant at the University of Kansas Medical Center Department of Family Medicine. In 1989 she formed the Kansas City HIV Women's Coalition, as well as the Permanency Planning Project of Kansas City, Kan., which, since 1993, has sought to provide services and assistance to AIDS orphans. Dr. Lee also serves on the board of directors of the Black Health Care Coalition, which addresses the health and wellness needs of HIV-positive minorities in the Kansas City area.
Dr. Lee has been intimately involved in HIV/AIDS research and patient care since the early years of the epidemic in the U.S. She has served as medical director of a number of Kansas City-area HIV clinics over the past 20 years, and was a founding member of the Kansas City AIDS Research Consortium, which operated from 1988 to 1995. She has won numerous honors for her work, including the Caring Physician's Award in 1999 and the Kansas City, Kansas African-American Unsung Hero in Health Services Award in 1993.
Dr. Lee earned her medical degree at the University of Kansas in 1982, and completed her residency in family practice at the University of Missouri's Truman Medical Center in 1987. She has held her assistant professorship at the University of Kansas since 1987.
AdvertisementSupport for Dr. Lee's research has been provided by Agouron Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Abbott Laboratories, Boehringer Ingelheim, Bristol-Myers Squibb Company, GlaxoSmithKline, Merck & Co., Ortho Biotech Products, L.P., Roche and Solvay.
More on Dr. Lee- http://www.thebody.com/content/art39710.html (http://www.thebody.com/content/art39710.html)
Sharon Dian Lee, M.D., is Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine at the University of Kansas and the founder and director of Southwest Boulevard Family Health Care. She holds the dual role of Community Electives Coordinator and HIV and Palliative Care Consultant at the University of Kansas Medical Center Department of Family Medicine. In 1989 she formed the Kansas City HIV Women's Coalition, as well as the Permanency Planning Project of Kansas City, Kan., which, since 1993, has sought to provide services and assistance to AIDS orphans. Dr. Lee also serves on the board of directors of the Black Health Care Coalition, which addresses the health and wellness needs of HIV-positive minorities in the Kansas City area.
Dr. Lee has been intimately involved in HIV/AIDS research and patient care since the early years of the epidemic in the U.S. She has served as medical director of a number of Kansas City-area HIV clinics over the past 20 years, and was a founding member of the Kansas City AIDS Research Consortium, which operated from 1988 to 1995. She has won numerous honors for her work, including the Caring Physician's Award in 1999 and the Kansas City, Kansas African-American Unsung Hero in Health Services Award in 1993.
Dr. Lee earned her medical degree at the University of Kansas in 1982, and completed her residency in family practice at the University of Missouri's Truman Medical Center in 1987. She has held her assistant professorship at the University of Kansas since 1987.
AdvertisementSupport for Dr. Lee's research has been provided by Agouron Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Abbott Laboratories, Boehringer Ingelheim, Bristol-Myers Squibb Company, GlaxoSmithKline, Merck & Co., Ortho Biotech Products, L.P., Roche and Solvay.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: SandraJane on September 13, 2011, 05:13:20 PM
Post by: SandraJane on September 13, 2011, 05:13:20 PM
Jessica,
Checked the WIKI page, did not see contact info for the Kansas clinic. Any in our Great State?
SJ
Checked the WIKI page, did not see contact info for the Kansas clinic. Any in our Great State?
SJ
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: JessicaH on September 13, 2011, 06:29:19 PM
Post by: JessicaH on September 13, 2011, 06:29:19 PM
The wiki hasnt been updated in a few days. I have several for TX and Louisiana that I will add tonight.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: SandraJane on September 13, 2011, 06:35:23 PM
Post by: SandraJane on September 13, 2011, 06:35:23 PM
Thank You! Fantastic Job Jessica!
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: tekla on September 13, 2011, 08:03:57 PM
Post by: tekla on September 13, 2011, 08:03:57 PM
On point: I'm pretty sure that informed consent works only at the clinic you enter into the agreement with.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: kyle_lawrence on September 13, 2011, 08:29:34 PM
Post by: kyle_lawrence on September 13, 2011, 08:29:34 PM
I was going to mention the Howard Brown Health Center in Chicago, IL, in boystown, but it seems someone beat me to it.
My ex-girlfriend went there for hormones and was very happy with the treatment she recieved, and I would have gone there for T if circumstances hadn't forced me to move away from Chicago.
My ex-girlfriend went there for hormones and was very happy with the treatment she recieved, and I would have gone there for T if circumstances hadn't forced me to move away from Chicago.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: Sarah B on September 13, 2011, 09:48:33 PM
Post by: Sarah B on September 13, 2011, 09:48:33 PM
I have updated the Wiki on the doctors who can provide Informed consent.
Here is an interesting page of resources (http://www.annelawrence.com/usindex.html) from Ann Lawerence's website. It is hard to say which of the medical doctors will provide the necessary Informed Consent.
Warm regards
Sarah B
Here is an interesting page of resources (http://www.annelawrence.com/usindex.html) from Ann Lawerence's website. It is hard to say which of the medical doctors will provide the necessary Informed Consent.
Warm regards
Sarah B
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: JessicaH on September 13, 2011, 10:33:17 PM
Post by: JessicaH on September 13, 2011, 10:33:17 PM
Catherine Mateo put this list together and mentions a lot of places I haven't heard of. Thanks for putting this info together!!!!!!
New York
COMMUNITY KINSHIP LIFE - BRONX LEBANON HOSPITAL TRANS CARE CLINIC
1650 Grand Concourse New York, New York 10457-7697 (718) 583-0542
[url=http://cklife.org/NYC-Resources.php]http://cklife.org/NYC-Resources.php (//http://)
Provides: General Medical care, Hormone Replacement therapy, Therapy, HIV treatment, Hep C treatment. Contact Mr.
Cris @347-881-7005 or Cris@Cklife.org for an appointment
h/t dunimal@->-bleeped-<-.
javatimes: Does CKLife work with trans women too?
Dunimal: Sure does.
MASSACHUSETTS
ELLEN ROTTERSMAN, LICSW (CLINICAL SOCIAL WORK/THERAPIST)BROOKLINE, MASSACHUSETTS
1131 Beacon Street Suite C1 Brookline, MA (617) 730-9417 erottersmann@comcast.net
Not informed consent, but is known to be competent and quick in evaluations / writing letters.
Ellen:
• I have been working with questioning and trans clients and their families for 15 years both at Fenway Community
Health and in private practice. I take all Blue Cross plan, any PPO plan as well as a sliding fee scale."
• I do a psychological evaluation in as few sessions as possible for medical providers who require a therapist letter.
http://www.helppro.com/HP/Provider/397198259800001/Ellen_Rottersmann_LICSW.aspx (http://www.helppro.com/HP/Provider/397198259800001/Ellen_Rottersmann_LICSW.aspx)
http://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/prof_detail.php?profid=49028&sid=1314819251.9557_14320&lastname=Rottersmann (http://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/prof_detail.php?profid=49028&sid=1314819251.9557_14320&lastname=Rottersmann)
Virginia
DR. ANTHONY ZAVADIL, SOPHIA MEDICAL ASSOCIATES CLINIC, FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA
603 Kenmore Avenue, Fredericksburg, Virginia
Tel.: 540-368-9380/ Fax: 540-368-9382
http://www.sophiahealth.com/ (http://www.sophiahealth.com/)
Ratings: http://www.healthgrades.com/physician/dr-anthony-zavadil-2vpdx/office-locations (http://www.healthgrades.com/physician/dr-anthony-zavadil-2vpdx/office-locations)
Board cerfitied in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology
Dr. Zavadil graduated with honors from Cornell University and Cornell University Medical College. His post graduate
training in Internal Medicine was at the Harvard Medical Service, Boston City Hospital and Georgetown University Hospital.
He completed his Endocrinology Fellowship at Walter Reed Army Medical Center.
Heliotroper@->-bleeped-<-
Allowed me to start HRT without a therapist's letter after signing an informed consent form.
He's also a really cool doctor, very easy going and helpful.
I'm not sure exactly how much experience he has with trans patients, or who he is willing to prescribe. I
am MtF. So far I've had no complications in my 5 months of being on HRT.
While I didn't have a therapist's letter, I did see a therapist (on and off) for a year and he spoke to my
therapist before giving me the informed consent form. I don't know if you would be able to simply call
him up and ask for HRT, but it's worth a try.
Georgia
FEMINIST WOMEN'S HEALTH CENTER, ATLANTA, GEORGIA
1924 Cliff Valley Way, Atlanta, GA 30329 • Clinic: 404-728-7900 • 1 (800) 877-6013
http://www.feministcenter.org/HealthServices/TransHealthInitiative.php (http://www.feministcenter.org/HealthServices/TransHealthInitiative.php)
transhealth@feministcenter.org
• Not accepting new patients at this time (2011-08)! Hopefully resuming October 2011)
• Offers sliding scale rates and STI & Wellness labs.
• Possibly FTM HRT only. They'd like to add MTF in the future.
• Their resource list for GA - http://dl.dropbox.com/u/932389/Trans/Stepping%20Forward%20- (http://dl.dropbox.com/u/932389/Trans/Stepping%20Forward%20-)
%20Atlanta%20Resources%20from%20Feminist%20Women%27s%20Health%20Center.pdf
DR. SCOTT PARRY, INTOWN PRIMARY CARE, ATLANTA, GEORGIA
730 Ponce De Leon Place, Atlanta, GA 30306, (404) 541-0944
http://www.intownprimarycare.com/ (http://www.intownprimarycare.com/)
Provides full services for FTM and MTF - not informed consent, but may help people who previously were on HRT.
DR. MARK EARHART, WINDRIDGE FAMILY MEDICINE, WATKINSVILLE, GEORGIA
1612 MARS HILL RD STE B, WATKINSVILLE GA 30677-4889 (706)769-1100
Prescribes and maintains hormones for several Trans people in the greater Athens area. Doesn't require a therapist's
support letter. Without insurance, the cost per visit is $120, and he does require periodic lab work. He and his physician's
assistant also provide Trans-friendly chest/breast and genital exams.
- http://www.t-vox.org/index.php?title=Physicians_in_the_United_States (http://www.t-vox.org/index.php?title=Physicians_in_the_United_States)
Louisiana
DR. LAURA KIMBALL-RAVARI, BOSSIER CITY, LOUISIANA
2300 Hospital Drive Suite 360 Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 212-7902
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, Internal Medicine
http://www.vitals.com/doctors/Dr_Laura_Kimball-Ravari.html#ixzz1Wak0QnCS (http://www.vitals.com/doctors/Dr_Laura_Kimball-Ravari.html#ixzz1Wak0QnCS)
Anon c.2009: I can do nothing but recommend her. She claims to have experience with both FtM and MtF trans patients
and doesn't require a letter to provide hormones.
DR. KENNETH COMBS, MD. NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA
501 Frenchman St. New Orleans, LA 70116, (504) 948-4331
Anon c.2009 : His name came up at a New Orleans support group meeting so I made an appointment. He prescribed me
Estradiol and Spironolactone on the spot! I give him a 10/10.
Anon c.2011: I would like to post a bit of an update as it pertains to the docs I've seen for HRT. It seems like Dr. Combs
expertise basically ends once the script is written. He just didn't seem to be able to determine what good T and E levels
were. However, he is good if you need meds with no letter. Anon recommends Dr. Tracy Conrad @Tulane Multispecialty
Clinic Metairie if you can get a letter.
North Carolina
DR. RICHARD WYNN, COTSWALD FAMILY MEDICINE, CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA
309 S Sharon Amity Rd, Charlotte, NC, (704) 446-2360
Anon c.2011: He seems nice, I spoke with him about my life for about an hour to 1 1/2 hour and then he gave me a
prescription without a letter of recommendation. I'm pretty sure that he also billed it as primary care and hormone
imbalance, because my insurance seems like it's going to cover it. The only problem was that there was a 6 week wait
period for new patients.
Texas- Dallas Area
GEAR (GENDER EDUCATION, ADVOCACY & RESOURCES) DALLAS, TEXAS
Nelson-Tebedo Community Clinic, 4012 Cedar Springs, Dallas TX 75219
Phone 214.528.2336 | Fax 214.528.8436
3rd Monday of each month, 6:00 p.m. - Low-cost lab work and access to medical staff (referral may be required at a
doctor's discretion) - to schedule an appointment, please contact 214-528-2336
Transgender Helpline: Every Wednesday, 6 – 9 p.m. Please call 214-528-0144
http://www.rcdallas.org/index.php?q=node/157 (http://www.rcdallas.org/index.php?q=node/157)
GEAR (Gender Education, Advocacy & Resources) was created as a program of the Resource Center Dallas in 2005, and is
the first formalized transgender program sponsored by a major gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) organization
in North Texas. GEAR is dedicated to empowering transgender men and women within the community through educational
and social opportunities, outreach and medical services. GEAR focuses on increasing the well-being of all transgender
people, their families and their friends.
Yahoo Group: DallasGEAR@yahoogroups.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gear_RCD# (http://www.facebook.com/gear_RCD#)!/profile.php?id=1541786914 twitter @GEAR_Dallas
kaliscion@->-bleeped-<-: The doctor who serves the GEAR program has always been Dr. Jaime Vazquez, but he picked up another
volunteer physician to help them take on more patients some months ago. Program is still only available once a month and
the waiting list for new patients is several months long.
FELESHIA PORTER, MS, LPC, DALLAS, TEXAS
3530 Forest Lane #188 * Dallas, Texas 75234
Office (214) 904-8222 Cell (214) 454-8144
http://feleshiaporter.com (http://feleshiaporter.com) - Feleshia@aol.com - $110/hr or sliding scale.
*not informed consent - but non-gatekeeping therapist in an area with few resources*
"she will not gatekeep and provide letters rapidly. Works with Dr. Karen King" - kaliscion@->-bleeped-<-
ANDREA COZBY, LPC, DALLAS, TEXAS
3530 Forest Lane, Suite 189, Dallas, Texas, 75234
(214) 912-4872 or (214) 727-4931 info@creatingwomenswellness.org
http://www.creatingwomenswellness.org/id69.html (http://www.creatingwomenswellness.org/id69.html)
*not informed consent - but non-gatekeeping therapist in an area with few resources*
"she will not gatekeep and provide letters rapidly. Works with Dr. Karen King" - kaliscion@->-bleeped-<-
DR. KAREN KING, DALLAS, TEXAS
9323 Garland Rd Ste 111, Dallas, TX, 75218 Phone: (214) 328-7400 Fax: (214) 328-7680
http://www.wellness.com/dir/2450389/family-doctor/tx/dallas/karen-king-do (http://www.wellness.com/dir/2450389/family-doctor/tx/dallas/karen-king-do)
"Dr. King will do the work right away, but she will not prescribe any hormones for a smoker, and insists you be quit (due to
her unwillingness to associate with the increased risk of stroke from the hormones). Both are very helpful about helping out
with extending or renewing prescriptions in an emergency." - kaliscion@->-bleeped-<-
DR. APRIL DAY, FAMILY MEDICAL CENTER, GARLAND, TEXAS
601 Clara Barton Boulevard, Suite 140 Garland, TX 75042 (972)272-6561
Anon says: "The staff and nurses in Dr. Day's office are all great. Since I started seeing her they've slipped up with my name
and pronouns maybe once, but generally they all call me by my chosen name (even though it's not the name on my medical
records) and treat me with the same respect and professionalism that they would any other patient."
Anon: "Family doctor who will also prescribe HRT; does not require a therapist's letter."
Texas- Houston Area
LEGACY COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
215 Westheimer, Houston, Texas 77006
it was a wonderful, wonderful experience. I went to a community health clinic, specializing in GLBT services (this is in the heart of
Texas, by the way, before anybody gets jealous). I met with a doctor who specializes in HRT. The office staff asked what name I
would like to be called, so the entire time everyone called me by my REAL name, not the one I was born with. My doctor talked to
me for 10-15 minutes, decided I really was serious, and got out the prescription pad.
Arizona
DR. MELANIE CLOONAN-SCHULTE, CHANDLER, ARIZONA
595 North Dobson Road, Chandler, AZ 85224, (480) 821-0788
"She is treating me under informed consent but I started DIY too. I'm not sure how it works for those just starting out."
nebarnix@->-bleeped-<-:
Minnesota
DR. ERIC MEININGER, MD, MPH, SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
435 Phalen Boulevard, Saint Paul, Minnesota - (651) 265-7308
Flying_Cat@->-bleeped-<-:
He is willing to prescribe to minors with parental consent
Clinic atmosphere is a bit of a downer
Make sure to double check his doses against the Waddell centre health protocols since occasionally he
does get clumsy when converting between pills and inject able doses.
Iowa
EMMA GOLDMAN CLINIC, IOWA CITY, IOWA
227 North Dubuque Street Iowa City, IA 52245 (319) 337-2111
http://www.emmagoldman.com/ (http://www.emmagoldman.com/)
Michigan
DR. MARK SIKORSKI, DO
FARMBROOKE FAMILY MEDICINE
48924 Hayes Rd, Macomb, MI, 48044, Phone: (586) 566-8270, Fax: (586) 566-8404
H@trueselves
He also takes Medicare for all those on disability.
My only side note on him is that he tends to have a narrow view of femininity. Be that as he may, he only
brings this up when recommending surgery options. Other then that, he's a good doc for the cheap
especially for getting hormones without letters.
He also keeps you informed of what your levels are and goes over them with you and helps explain them.
KANSAS
JEANETTE LANIER, ARNP, WICHITA, KANSAS
1001 N. MINNEAPOLIS, WICHITA KS 67214, (316) 293-1840
http://mpa.kumc.edu/midtown/physicians.html (http://mpa.kumc.edu/midtown/physicians.html)
Will give hormone prescription without therapist's letter. KU Med Clinic also provides diabetes, eating disorder, and
HIV/AIDS services. If homeless or low-income, KU Med *should* work with you or you can research the needed blood tests
and get Hunter Health Clinic to help with labwork.
California- Bay Area
LYON-MARTIN HEALTH SERVICES, SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
http://www.lyon-martin.org/transgender.php (http://www.lyon-martin.org/transgender.php) - SEEING NEW PATIENTS STARTING SEPTEMBER 1, 2011!
TOM WADDELL HEALTH CENTER, SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
http://www.sfdph.org/dph/comupg/oservices/medSvs/hlthCtrs/TransgenderHlthCtr.asp (http://www.sfdph.org/dph/comupg/oservices/medSvs/hlthCtrs/TransgenderHlthCtr.asp)
DR. MADELINE (MADDIE) B. DEUTSCH, MD, SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
San Francisco Office: 3150 18th St., Suite #222 Mailbox #503 San Francisco, CA 94117
ph 415-797-7136 | fax 323-679-0389
http://westbaywellness.com/?page_id=593 (http://westbaywellness.com/?page_id=593)
info@WestBayWellness.com
TURK CLINIC, BAART PROGRAMS, SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
433 Turk St, San Francisco, CA 94102, (415) 928-7800
http://www.baartprograms.com/turk.html (http://www.baartprograms.com/turk.html)
dunimal@->-bleeped-<-:
Danny the NP can help you out.
You need to have healthy SF or SF health plan, Medical, Medicaid, Medicare. You'll have to call if you have
private insurance.
When we started back in the day, it was a drug treatment program only. Today BAART TURK ST (Other
BAARTs are single focused) offers primary care, programs for low income pregnant women, mental
health, and drug treatment. HRT is through the primary care clinic.
R. SHAWN K. HASSLER, SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
870 Market St., Suite 600 San Francisco, California 94102 (415) 397-0700 Fax: (415) 397-6805
* Private insurance only *
http://www.cpmc.org/providersearch/?sitecfg=49&action=providerdetail&masterid=10728&isLevelOne=1 (http://www.cpmc.org/providersearch/?sitecfg=49&action=providerdetail&masterid=10728&isLevelOne=1)
TRANS VISION, TRI-CITY HEALTH CENTER (HABLA ESPANOL),FREEMONT, CALIFORNIA
39184 State Street, Fremont, CA 94538 - Fax#: 510-739-1239
Tiffany Woods - Program Coordinator (510) 713-6690 ext 6121 tiffany.woods@earthlink.net
TransVision Info Line 713-6690 ex6237
100% of TransVision's staff are Transgender women, Serving F-t-M,M-t-F, GenderQueer
No Insurance- OK, Private Insurance not accepted, Medi-Cal accepted, Non-Alameda County Resident-OK
http://www.transvisiontricity.org/main.html (http://www.transvisiontricity.org/main.html)
http://www.transvisiontricity.org/docs/TransvisionTRIFOLD2008.pdf (http://www.transvisiontricity.org/docs/TransvisionTRIFOLD2008.pdf)
Primary Care Services
Hormone Assessment
HIV Care & Treatment
Free HEP A & B Vaccination
Free Confidential HIV testing & counseling
STD Screening
HIV Prevention Services for Trans women such as
Individual/Group Support
Safe, trans positive space in Fremont
In-Service Trainings for providers
Free Hormone needle exchange/disposal
Anon@->-bleeped-<-:
• I went there for my first appointment in August 2011 and it was very easy and pleasant.
• I think they accept patients from anywhere, but if you live in Alameda County and are uninsured and low-income, then
they can help set you up with HealthPAC.
CALIFORNIA - SANTA CRUZ
DR. JENNIFER HASTINGS, PLANNED PARENTHOOD WESTSIDE HEALTH CENTER, SANTA CRUZ, CALIFORNIA
1119 Pacific Ave. Suite 200 Santa Cruz, CA 95060 P: 831.426.5550 | F: 831.425.0106
catamorphism : She sees both trans women and trans men.
hadrianne@->-bleeped-<-: Dr. Hastings is taking new patients; there can be quite a wait for an appointment but PP has a very fair
sliding scale, understands if your insurance doesn't cover trans stuff, and, oh yeah, she's totally awesome.
Djcapelis@->-bleeped-<-: There can be a long wait if you just call up, but if you manage to reach Jenn, she usually tries to find a a
way to cut through the wait if possible. She's really passionate about making sure people can get access to the care they need.
CALIFORNIA- SANTA MONICA
DR. MARKI J. KNOX
2121 Wilshire Blvd #303 Santa Monica, CA 90403 (310) 264-1777
Works / Consults with Dr. Maddie Deutsch
Her practice is primarily in Women's Health, particularly fertility and obstectrics. Her clinic has a policy of charging fees that
insurance does not cover rather than billing first as a paperwork saving measure. This is perhaps the only serious knock I
have against the practice.
http://www.yelp.com/biz/marki-j-knox-md-santa-monica (http://www.yelp.com/biz/marki-j-knox-md-santa-monica)
"I had already been on HRT for almost 10 months when I first saw Dr. Deutsch. She did ask questions about why I wanted
HRT, and various things related to it. It was less than 10 minutes for that stuff."
CALIFORNIA- LOS ANGELES
DR. MADELINE (MADDIE) B. DEUTSCH, MD, Main practice is in San Francisco but she also travels to Los Angeles 1-2 times a month to see patients there.
LA Gay and Lesbian Center: (twice a month) 1625 N Schrader Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 323-993-7518
http://laglc.convio.net/site/PageServer?pagename=YH_Transgender_Health_Care (http://laglc.convio.net/site/PageServer?pagename=YH_Transgender_Health_Care)
LAGLC accepts insurance and does sliding scale. On site pharmacy. Serves both trans men and trans women. There can be a
backlog for accepting new patients. Don't be discouraged!
CALIFORNIA - LOS ANGELES
DR. RICHARD HOROWITZ M.D.
#855W 8635 West 3rd Street, Los Angeles, CA (310) 358-7200
RICHARD HOROWITZ, MD, F.A.C.P., is board certified in internal medicine and has been a clinical faculty member of the
Department of Medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles since 1991. Dr. Horowitz received his medical degree
from Université François Rabelais in Tours, France in 1983. He completed a fellowship in reproductive immunology at
Institut Louis Pasteur in Paris and was Chief Medical Resident of internal medicine at New York's Mount Sinai City Hospital
until 1986. He has been the Chairman and member of Executive Committees at several Los Angeles hospitals, in addition to
his academic appointment as an Assistant Professor of. Medicine at UCLA Center for Health Sciences, Harbor-UCLA Medical
Center and Wadsworth Veterans Administration Medical Center. A private practitioner and specialist in the area of
hormonal reassignment, Dr. Horowitz is a member of the World Professional Association of Transgender Health, the
American College of Physicians and the American Society of Nephrology. (A43197, 1987)
CANADA
MONTREAL, QUEBEC
DR PIERRE-PAUL TELLIER, HEAD AND HANDS CLINIC,
833 SHERBROOKE OUEST MONTRÊAL QC / C.P. 446, Succ. N-D-G. MONTRÊAL QC H4A 3P8 (514) 481-0277
One person said in 2007: 'Dr Tellier prescribes hormones without the need of a referral letter. He follows the liberal protocols
established by some US clinics, with the objective to avoid young Trans people self-medicating. You have to sign a discharge
and go through several blood tests, but usually you get your prescription within a month of the first visit. His usual dosage is
150mg Spironolactone and 7.5 mg Premarin, but he will prescribe other forms of oestrogen if you ask for it. You have to
return to the clinic every 3 months to have blood tests. He is very serious about health issues. My own HRT was delayed
because I had some liver issue he wanted to investigate. Unfortunately, his clinic is opened only to people 25 and younger ...
don't bother going there if you are older. I don't know if he will take patients outside of the province Québec.' [
London, ON
DR. JAMES MARTIN, SOUTHERN ONTARIO FERTILITY TECHNOLOGIES
555 Southdale Rd, East, Suite 107 London, ON, N6E 1A2
Phone: (519) 685-5559 Fax: (519) 685-5519 E-mail: info@soft-infertility.com http://www.soft-infertility.com/ (http://www.soft-infertility.com/)
Anon@trueselves:
I can't really recommend him highly enough. He and his staff are abnormally friendly and completely accepting of trans
people. He's had hundreds of trans clients already, so it's nothing new to them. When you first talk to them, regardless
if you look like a boy or a girl, they'll ask you what name you would like put on the file, and how you would like them to
address you, etc. At worst, I was treated indifferently by one of the clerical staff. I've had several bad doctors in my own
city, so I travel 2 hours to a different city to visit him.
He does NOT require you to have any letters from psychologists or psychiatrists. He does however advocate that you
should have someone to talk to during the process because he's genuinely concerned for your health, mental and
otherwise. He's also very receptive to hearing your input on how you want to deal with things.
The prescriptions he gives are a little bit different from 'standard'. But I know he'd be willing to give you a different
prescription if you were concerned.
The medications he prescribed me are:
Estradiol
Prometrium (progesterone - and a pretty high dose)
Suprefact (Buserlin - a gonadotropin releasing hormone)
My only complaint is the Suprefact is given as a nasal spray. It just bothers me, but we discussed it and it's supposed to
work better with this delivery method.
MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO
DR. LOUIE CHAN,
East Mississauga Community Health Centre, 2555 Dixie Rd. Mississauga, ON L4Y 4C4, (905) 602-4082
Amber Powell:
Dr. Chan is a very kind and understanding man who has training in trans issues and trans people care. The office is also very
trans friendly - all the washrooms for example are gender neutral.
My experience with him has been very good. He does not require you to see a therapist although he can refer you to one
who works out of the same facility. I was prescribed hormones on my 5th visit (approx 3 months) which is his protocol. He is
quite thorough in discussing all of the issues around transitioning, he knows how to go about getting your documentation
changed, he can refer you to a plastic surgeon (he did so for me), he has a nurse on staff who takes your blood as well. The
entire office and staff are very positive and supportive. He is also very familiar with hormone regimens at least for MTF. He is
now my full time family doctor - He isnt hard to get an appointment with if you are flexible about the time."
43 Stepping Forward - Catherine Mateo, draft rev: 9/2/2011 2:30:00 PM
ALL GENDERS WELLNESS CENTRE, VANCOUVER BRITISH COLUMBIA
http://allgenderswellness.com (http://allgenderswellness.com)
Locations and dates (1x a month) may vary, check their website for details
(Please note: Services vary slightly on different clinic dates. Check the calendar for details.)
Our services:
- Are open to all trans and gender diverse people, regardless of home address
- Are open to all ages
- Are free
- Don't require health cards or ID
- General health care including primary and preventative health care, pelvic exams, chest exams, pre- and post-op support,
hormone support, and mental health support
- Free hormone injection equipment + education about safe hormone injection techniques
- Education about hormones, gender confirmation surgeries, sexual health, harm reduction, etc.
- advocacy letters, surgical referrals
- One-on-one support from a community worker
- Massage therapy
o Ray has experience with relieving pain and correcting dysfunctional posture caused by chest binding
o Geared towards any transfolks who can't afford Massage Therapy Treatment
o In a safe, communicative environment where you don't have to answer questions about your body
o Please book in advance by emailing ray.ranger.rmt@gmail.com
o Appointments are 45 min. long , booked for 12pm, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm during each clinic opening.
New York
COMMUNITY KINSHIP LIFE - BRONX LEBANON HOSPITAL TRANS CARE CLINIC
1650 Grand Concourse New York, New York 10457-7697 (718) 583-0542
[url=http://cklife.org/NYC-Resources.php]http://cklife.org/NYC-Resources.php (//http://)
Provides: General Medical care, Hormone Replacement therapy, Therapy, HIV treatment, Hep C treatment. Contact Mr.
Cris @347-881-7005 or Cris@Cklife.org for an appointment
h/t dunimal@->-bleeped-<-.
javatimes: Does CKLife work with trans women too?
Dunimal: Sure does.
MASSACHUSETTS
ELLEN ROTTERSMAN, LICSW (CLINICAL SOCIAL WORK/THERAPIST)BROOKLINE, MASSACHUSETTS
1131 Beacon Street Suite C1 Brookline, MA (617) 730-9417 erottersmann@comcast.net
Not informed consent, but is known to be competent and quick in evaluations / writing letters.
Ellen:
• I have been working with questioning and trans clients and their families for 15 years both at Fenway Community
Health and in private practice. I take all Blue Cross plan, any PPO plan as well as a sliding fee scale."
• I do a psychological evaluation in as few sessions as possible for medical providers who require a therapist letter.
http://www.helppro.com/HP/Provider/397198259800001/Ellen_Rottersmann_LICSW.aspx (http://www.helppro.com/HP/Provider/397198259800001/Ellen_Rottersmann_LICSW.aspx)
http://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/prof_detail.php?profid=49028&sid=1314819251.9557_14320&lastname=Rottersmann (http://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/prof_detail.php?profid=49028&sid=1314819251.9557_14320&lastname=Rottersmann)
Virginia
DR. ANTHONY ZAVADIL, SOPHIA MEDICAL ASSOCIATES CLINIC, FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA
603 Kenmore Avenue, Fredericksburg, Virginia
Tel.: 540-368-9380/ Fax: 540-368-9382
http://www.sophiahealth.com/ (http://www.sophiahealth.com/)
Ratings: http://www.healthgrades.com/physician/dr-anthony-zavadil-2vpdx/office-locations (http://www.healthgrades.com/physician/dr-anthony-zavadil-2vpdx/office-locations)
Board cerfitied in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology
Dr. Zavadil graduated with honors from Cornell University and Cornell University Medical College. His post graduate
training in Internal Medicine was at the Harvard Medical Service, Boston City Hospital and Georgetown University Hospital.
He completed his Endocrinology Fellowship at Walter Reed Army Medical Center.
Heliotroper@->-bleeped-<-
Allowed me to start HRT without a therapist's letter after signing an informed consent form.
He's also a really cool doctor, very easy going and helpful.
I'm not sure exactly how much experience he has with trans patients, or who he is willing to prescribe. I
am MtF. So far I've had no complications in my 5 months of being on HRT.
While I didn't have a therapist's letter, I did see a therapist (on and off) for a year and he spoke to my
therapist before giving me the informed consent form. I don't know if you would be able to simply call
him up and ask for HRT, but it's worth a try.
Georgia
FEMINIST WOMEN'S HEALTH CENTER, ATLANTA, GEORGIA
1924 Cliff Valley Way, Atlanta, GA 30329 • Clinic: 404-728-7900 • 1 (800) 877-6013
http://www.feministcenter.org/HealthServices/TransHealthInitiative.php (http://www.feministcenter.org/HealthServices/TransHealthInitiative.php)
transhealth@feministcenter.org
• Not accepting new patients at this time (2011-08)! Hopefully resuming October 2011)
• Offers sliding scale rates and STI & Wellness labs.
• Possibly FTM HRT only. They'd like to add MTF in the future.
• Their resource list for GA - http://dl.dropbox.com/u/932389/Trans/Stepping%20Forward%20- (http://dl.dropbox.com/u/932389/Trans/Stepping%20Forward%20-)
%20Atlanta%20Resources%20from%20Feminist%20Women%27s%20Health%20Center.pdf
DR. SCOTT PARRY, INTOWN PRIMARY CARE, ATLANTA, GEORGIA
730 Ponce De Leon Place, Atlanta, GA 30306, (404) 541-0944
http://www.intownprimarycare.com/ (http://www.intownprimarycare.com/)
Provides full services for FTM and MTF - not informed consent, but may help people who previously were on HRT.
DR. MARK EARHART, WINDRIDGE FAMILY MEDICINE, WATKINSVILLE, GEORGIA
1612 MARS HILL RD STE B, WATKINSVILLE GA 30677-4889 (706)769-1100
Prescribes and maintains hormones for several Trans people in the greater Athens area. Doesn't require a therapist's
support letter. Without insurance, the cost per visit is $120, and he does require periodic lab work. He and his physician's
assistant also provide Trans-friendly chest/breast and genital exams.
- http://www.t-vox.org/index.php?title=Physicians_in_the_United_States (http://www.t-vox.org/index.php?title=Physicians_in_the_United_States)
Louisiana
DR. LAURA KIMBALL-RAVARI, BOSSIER CITY, LOUISIANA
2300 Hospital Drive Suite 360 Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 212-7902
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, Internal Medicine
http://www.vitals.com/doctors/Dr_Laura_Kimball-Ravari.html#ixzz1Wak0QnCS (http://www.vitals.com/doctors/Dr_Laura_Kimball-Ravari.html#ixzz1Wak0QnCS)
Anon c.2009: I can do nothing but recommend her. She claims to have experience with both FtM and MtF trans patients
and doesn't require a letter to provide hormones.
DR. KENNETH COMBS, MD. NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA
501 Frenchman St. New Orleans, LA 70116, (504) 948-4331
Anon c.2009 : His name came up at a New Orleans support group meeting so I made an appointment. He prescribed me
Estradiol and Spironolactone on the spot! I give him a 10/10.
Anon c.2011: I would like to post a bit of an update as it pertains to the docs I've seen for HRT. It seems like Dr. Combs
expertise basically ends once the script is written. He just didn't seem to be able to determine what good T and E levels
were. However, he is good if you need meds with no letter. Anon recommends Dr. Tracy Conrad @Tulane Multispecialty
Clinic Metairie if you can get a letter.
North Carolina
DR. RICHARD WYNN, COTSWALD FAMILY MEDICINE, CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA
309 S Sharon Amity Rd, Charlotte, NC, (704) 446-2360
Anon c.2011: He seems nice, I spoke with him about my life for about an hour to 1 1/2 hour and then he gave me a
prescription without a letter of recommendation. I'm pretty sure that he also billed it as primary care and hormone
imbalance, because my insurance seems like it's going to cover it. The only problem was that there was a 6 week wait
period for new patients.
Texas- Dallas Area
GEAR (GENDER EDUCATION, ADVOCACY & RESOURCES) DALLAS, TEXAS
Nelson-Tebedo Community Clinic, 4012 Cedar Springs, Dallas TX 75219
Phone 214.528.2336 | Fax 214.528.8436
3rd Monday of each month, 6:00 p.m. - Low-cost lab work and access to medical staff (referral may be required at a
doctor's discretion) - to schedule an appointment, please contact 214-528-2336
Transgender Helpline: Every Wednesday, 6 – 9 p.m. Please call 214-528-0144
http://www.rcdallas.org/index.php?q=node/157 (http://www.rcdallas.org/index.php?q=node/157)
GEAR (Gender Education, Advocacy & Resources) was created as a program of the Resource Center Dallas in 2005, and is
the first formalized transgender program sponsored by a major gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) organization
in North Texas. GEAR is dedicated to empowering transgender men and women within the community through educational
and social opportunities, outreach and medical services. GEAR focuses on increasing the well-being of all transgender
people, their families and their friends.
Yahoo Group: DallasGEAR@yahoogroups.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gear_RCD# (http://www.facebook.com/gear_RCD#)!/profile.php?id=1541786914 twitter @GEAR_Dallas
kaliscion@->-bleeped-<-: The doctor who serves the GEAR program has always been Dr. Jaime Vazquez, but he picked up another
volunteer physician to help them take on more patients some months ago. Program is still only available once a month and
the waiting list for new patients is several months long.
FELESHIA PORTER, MS, LPC, DALLAS, TEXAS
3530 Forest Lane #188 * Dallas, Texas 75234
Office (214) 904-8222 Cell (214) 454-8144
http://feleshiaporter.com (http://feleshiaporter.com) - Feleshia@aol.com - $110/hr or sliding scale.
*not informed consent - but non-gatekeeping therapist in an area with few resources*
"she will not gatekeep and provide letters rapidly. Works with Dr. Karen King" - kaliscion@->-bleeped-<-
ANDREA COZBY, LPC, DALLAS, TEXAS
3530 Forest Lane, Suite 189, Dallas, Texas, 75234
(214) 912-4872 or (214) 727-4931 info@creatingwomenswellness.org
http://www.creatingwomenswellness.org/id69.html (http://www.creatingwomenswellness.org/id69.html)
*not informed consent - but non-gatekeeping therapist in an area with few resources*
"she will not gatekeep and provide letters rapidly. Works with Dr. Karen King" - kaliscion@->-bleeped-<-
DR. KAREN KING, DALLAS, TEXAS
9323 Garland Rd Ste 111, Dallas, TX, 75218 Phone: (214) 328-7400 Fax: (214) 328-7680
http://www.wellness.com/dir/2450389/family-doctor/tx/dallas/karen-king-do (http://www.wellness.com/dir/2450389/family-doctor/tx/dallas/karen-king-do)
"Dr. King will do the work right away, but she will not prescribe any hormones for a smoker, and insists you be quit (due to
her unwillingness to associate with the increased risk of stroke from the hormones). Both are very helpful about helping out
with extending or renewing prescriptions in an emergency." - kaliscion@->-bleeped-<-
DR. APRIL DAY, FAMILY MEDICAL CENTER, GARLAND, TEXAS
601 Clara Barton Boulevard, Suite 140 Garland, TX 75042 (972)272-6561
Anon says: "The staff and nurses in Dr. Day's office are all great. Since I started seeing her they've slipped up with my name
and pronouns maybe once, but generally they all call me by my chosen name (even though it's not the name on my medical
records) and treat me with the same respect and professionalism that they would any other patient."
Anon: "Family doctor who will also prescribe HRT; does not require a therapist's letter."
Texas- Houston Area
LEGACY COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
215 Westheimer, Houston, Texas 77006
it was a wonderful, wonderful experience. I went to a community health clinic, specializing in GLBT services (this is in the heart of
Texas, by the way, before anybody gets jealous). I met with a doctor who specializes in HRT. The office staff asked what name I
would like to be called, so the entire time everyone called me by my REAL name, not the one I was born with. My doctor talked to
me for 10-15 minutes, decided I really was serious, and got out the prescription pad.
Arizona
DR. MELANIE CLOONAN-SCHULTE, CHANDLER, ARIZONA
595 North Dobson Road, Chandler, AZ 85224, (480) 821-0788
"She is treating me under informed consent but I started DIY too. I'm not sure how it works for those just starting out."
nebarnix@->-bleeped-<-:
Minnesota
DR. ERIC MEININGER, MD, MPH, SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
435 Phalen Boulevard, Saint Paul, Minnesota - (651) 265-7308
Flying_Cat@->-bleeped-<-:
He is willing to prescribe to minors with parental consent
Clinic atmosphere is a bit of a downer
Make sure to double check his doses against the Waddell centre health protocols since occasionally he
does get clumsy when converting between pills and inject able doses.
Iowa
EMMA GOLDMAN CLINIC, IOWA CITY, IOWA
227 North Dubuque Street Iowa City, IA 52245 (319) 337-2111
http://www.emmagoldman.com/ (http://www.emmagoldman.com/)
Michigan
DR. MARK SIKORSKI, DO
FARMBROOKE FAMILY MEDICINE
48924 Hayes Rd, Macomb, MI, 48044, Phone: (586) 566-8270, Fax: (586) 566-8404
H@trueselves
He also takes Medicare for all those on disability.
My only side note on him is that he tends to have a narrow view of femininity. Be that as he may, he only
brings this up when recommending surgery options. Other then that, he's a good doc for the cheap
especially for getting hormones without letters.
He also keeps you informed of what your levels are and goes over them with you and helps explain them.
KANSAS
JEANETTE LANIER, ARNP, WICHITA, KANSAS
1001 N. MINNEAPOLIS, WICHITA KS 67214, (316) 293-1840
http://mpa.kumc.edu/midtown/physicians.html (http://mpa.kumc.edu/midtown/physicians.html)
Will give hormone prescription without therapist's letter. KU Med Clinic also provides diabetes, eating disorder, and
HIV/AIDS services. If homeless or low-income, KU Med *should* work with you or you can research the needed blood tests
and get Hunter Health Clinic to help with labwork.
California- Bay Area
LYON-MARTIN HEALTH SERVICES, SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
http://www.lyon-martin.org/transgender.php (http://www.lyon-martin.org/transgender.php) - SEEING NEW PATIENTS STARTING SEPTEMBER 1, 2011!
TOM WADDELL HEALTH CENTER, SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
http://www.sfdph.org/dph/comupg/oservices/medSvs/hlthCtrs/TransgenderHlthCtr.asp (http://www.sfdph.org/dph/comupg/oservices/medSvs/hlthCtrs/TransgenderHlthCtr.asp)
DR. MADELINE (MADDIE) B. DEUTSCH, MD, SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
San Francisco Office: 3150 18th St., Suite #222 Mailbox #503 San Francisco, CA 94117
ph 415-797-7136 | fax 323-679-0389
http://westbaywellness.com/?page_id=593 (http://westbaywellness.com/?page_id=593)
info@WestBayWellness.com
TURK CLINIC, BAART PROGRAMS, SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
433 Turk St, San Francisco, CA 94102, (415) 928-7800
http://www.baartprograms.com/turk.html (http://www.baartprograms.com/turk.html)
dunimal@->-bleeped-<-:
Danny the NP can help you out.
You need to have healthy SF or SF health plan, Medical, Medicaid, Medicare. You'll have to call if you have
private insurance.
When we started back in the day, it was a drug treatment program only. Today BAART TURK ST (Other
BAARTs are single focused) offers primary care, programs for low income pregnant women, mental
health, and drug treatment. HRT is through the primary care clinic.
R. SHAWN K. HASSLER, SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
870 Market St., Suite 600 San Francisco, California 94102 (415) 397-0700 Fax: (415) 397-6805
* Private insurance only *
http://www.cpmc.org/providersearch/?sitecfg=49&action=providerdetail&masterid=10728&isLevelOne=1 (http://www.cpmc.org/providersearch/?sitecfg=49&action=providerdetail&masterid=10728&isLevelOne=1)
TRANS VISION, TRI-CITY HEALTH CENTER (HABLA ESPANOL),FREEMONT, CALIFORNIA
39184 State Street, Fremont, CA 94538 - Fax#: 510-739-1239
Tiffany Woods - Program Coordinator (510) 713-6690 ext 6121 tiffany.woods@earthlink.net
TransVision Info Line 713-6690 ex6237
100% of TransVision's staff are Transgender women, Serving F-t-M,M-t-F, GenderQueer
No Insurance- OK, Private Insurance not accepted, Medi-Cal accepted, Non-Alameda County Resident-OK
http://www.transvisiontricity.org/main.html (http://www.transvisiontricity.org/main.html)
http://www.transvisiontricity.org/docs/TransvisionTRIFOLD2008.pdf (http://www.transvisiontricity.org/docs/TransvisionTRIFOLD2008.pdf)
Primary Care Services
Hormone Assessment
HIV Care & Treatment
Free HEP A & B Vaccination
Free Confidential HIV testing & counseling
STD Screening
HIV Prevention Services for Trans women such as
Individual/Group Support
Safe, trans positive space in Fremont
In-Service Trainings for providers
Free Hormone needle exchange/disposal
Anon@->-bleeped-<-:
• I went there for my first appointment in August 2011 and it was very easy and pleasant.
• I think they accept patients from anywhere, but if you live in Alameda County and are uninsured and low-income, then
they can help set you up with HealthPAC.
CALIFORNIA - SANTA CRUZ
DR. JENNIFER HASTINGS, PLANNED PARENTHOOD WESTSIDE HEALTH CENTER, SANTA CRUZ, CALIFORNIA
1119 Pacific Ave. Suite 200 Santa Cruz, CA 95060 P: 831.426.5550 | F: 831.425.0106
catamorphism : She sees both trans women and trans men.
hadrianne@->-bleeped-<-: Dr. Hastings is taking new patients; there can be quite a wait for an appointment but PP has a very fair
sliding scale, understands if your insurance doesn't cover trans stuff, and, oh yeah, she's totally awesome.
Djcapelis@->-bleeped-<-: There can be a long wait if you just call up, but if you manage to reach Jenn, she usually tries to find a a
way to cut through the wait if possible. She's really passionate about making sure people can get access to the care they need.
CALIFORNIA- SANTA MONICA
DR. MARKI J. KNOX
2121 Wilshire Blvd #303 Santa Monica, CA 90403 (310) 264-1777
Works / Consults with Dr. Maddie Deutsch
Her practice is primarily in Women's Health, particularly fertility and obstectrics. Her clinic has a policy of charging fees that
insurance does not cover rather than billing first as a paperwork saving measure. This is perhaps the only serious knock I
have against the practice.
http://www.yelp.com/biz/marki-j-knox-md-santa-monica (http://www.yelp.com/biz/marki-j-knox-md-santa-monica)
"I had already been on HRT for almost 10 months when I first saw Dr. Deutsch. She did ask questions about why I wanted
HRT, and various things related to it. It was less than 10 minutes for that stuff."
CALIFORNIA- LOS ANGELES
DR. MADELINE (MADDIE) B. DEUTSCH, MD, Main practice is in San Francisco but she also travels to Los Angeles 1-2 times a month to see patients there.
LA Gay and Lesbian Center: (twice a month) 1625 N Schrader Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 323-993-7518
http://laglc.convio.net/site/PageServer?pagename=YH_Transgender_Health_Care (http://laglc.convio.net/site/PageServer?pagename=YH_Transgender_Health_Care)
LAGLC accepts insurance and does sliding scale. On site pharmacy. Serves both trans men and trans women. There can be a
backlog for accepting new patients. Don't be discouraged!
CALIFORNIA - LOS ANGELES
DR. RICHARD HOROWITZ M.D.
#855W 8635 West 3rd Street, Los Angeles, CA (310) 358-7200
RICHARD HOROWITZ, MD, F.A.C.P., is board certified in internal medicine and has been a clinical faculty member of the
Department of Medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles since 1991. Dr. Horowitz received his medical degree
from Université François Rabelais in Tours, France in 1983. He completed a fellowship in reproductive immunology at
Institut Louis Pasteur in Paris and was Chief Medical Resident of internal medicine at New York's Mount Sinai City Hospital
until 1986. He has been the Chairman and member of Executive Committees at several Los Angeles hospitals, in addition to
his academic appointment as an Assistant Professor of. Medicine at UCLA Center for Health Sciences, Harbor-UCLA Medical
Center and Wadsworth Veterans Administration Medical Center. A private practitioner and specialist in the area of
hormonal reassignment, Dr. Horowitz is a member of the World Professional Association of Transgender Health, the
American College of Physicians and the American Society of Nephrology. (A43197, 1987)
CANADA
MONTREAL, QUEBEC
DR PIERRE-PAUL TELLIER, HEAD AND HANDS CLINIC,
833 SHERBROOKE OUEST MONTRÊAL QC / C.P. 446, Succ. N-D-G. MONTRÊAL QC H4A 3P8 (514) 481-0277
One person said in 2007: 'Dr Tellier prescribes hormones without the need of a referral letter. He follows the liberal protocols
established by some US clinics, with the objective to avoid young Trans people self-medicating. You have to sign a discharge
and go through several blood tests, but usually you get your prescription within a month of the first visit. His usual dosage is
150mg Spironolactone and 7.5 mg Premarin, but he will prescribe other forms of oestrogen if you ask for it. You have to
return to the clinic every 3 months to have blood tests. He is very serious about health issues. My own HRT was delayed
because I had some liver issue he wanted to investigate. Unfortunately, his clinic is opened only to people 25 and younger ...
don't bother going there if you are older. I don't know if he will take patients outside of the province Québec.' [
London, ON
DR. JAMES MARTIN, SOUTHERN ONTARIO FERTILITY TECHNOLOGIES
555 Southdale Rd, East, Suite 107 London, ON, N6E 1A2
Phone: (519) 685-5559 Fax: (519) 685-5519 E-mail: info@soft-infertility.com http://www.soft-infertility.com/ (http://www.soft-infertility.com/)
Anon@trueselves:
I can't really recommend him highly enough. He and his staff are abnormally friendly and completely accepting of trans
people. He's had hundreds of trans clients already, so it's nothing new to them. When you first talk to them, regardless
if you look like a boy or a girl, they'll ask you what name you would like put on the file, and how you would like them to
address you, etc. At worst, I was treated indifferently by one of the clerical staff. I've had several bad doctors in my own
city, so I travel 2 hours to a different city to visit him.
He does NOT require you to have any letters from psychologists or psychiatrists. He does however advocate that you
should have someone to talk to during the process because he's genuinely concerned for your health, mental and
otherwise. He's also very receptive to hearing your input on how you want to deal with things.
The prescriptions he gives are a little bit different from 'standard'. But I know he'd be willing to give you a different
prescription if you were concerned.
The medications he prescribed me are:
Estradiol
Prometrium (progesterone - and a pretty high dose)
Suprefact (Buserlin - a gonadotropin releasing hormone)
My only complaint is the Suprefact is given as a nasal spray. It just bothers me, but we discussed it and it's supposed to
work better with this delivery method.
MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO
DR. LOUIE CHAN,
East Mississauga Community Health Centre, 2555 Dixie Rd. Mississauga, ON L4Y 4C4, (905) 602-4082
Amber Powell:
Dr. Chan is a very kind and understanding man who has training in trans issues and trans people care. The office is also very
trans friendly - all the washrooms for example are gender neutral.
My experience with him has been very good. He does not require you to see a therapist although he can refer you to one
who works out of the same facility. I was prescribed hormones on my 5th visit (approx 3 months) which is his protocol. He is
quite thorough in discussing all of the issues around transitioning, he knows how to go about getting your documentation
changed, he can refer you to a plastic surgeon (he did so for me), he has a nurse on staff who takes your blood as well. The
entire office and staff are very positive and supportive. He is also very familiar with hormone regimens at least for MTF. He is
now my full time family doctor - He isnt hard to get an appointment with if you are flexible about the time."
43 Stepping Forward - Catherine Mateo, draft rev: 9/2/2011 2:30:00 PM
ALL GENDERS WELLNESS CENTRE, VANCOUVER BRITISH COLUMBIA
http://allgenderswellness.com (http://allgenderswellness.com)
Locations and dates (1x a month) may vary, check their website for details
(Please note: Services vary slightly on different clinic dates. Check the calendar for details.)
Our services:
- Are open to all trans and gender diverse people, regardless of home address
- Are open to all ages
- Are free
- Don't require health cards or ID
- General health care including primary and preventative health care, pelvic exams, chest exams, pre- and post-op support,
hormone support, and mental health support
- Free hormone injection equipment + education about safe hormone injection techniques
- Education about hormones, gender confirmation surgeries, sexual health, harm reduction, etc.
- advocacy letters, surgical referrals
- One-on-one support from a community worker
- Massage therapy
o Ray has experience with relieving pain and correcting dysfunctional posture caused by chest binding
o Geared towards any transfolks who can't afford Massage Therapy Treatment
o In a safe, communicative environment where you don't have to answer questions about your body
o Please book in advance by emailing ray.ranger.rmt@gmail.com
o Appointments are 45 min. long , booked for 12pm, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm during each clinic opening.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: Sophie on December 02, 2011, 05:09:49 PM
Post by: Sophie on December 02, 2011, 05:09:49 PM
Quote from: JessicaH on September 12, 2011, 05:25:27 PM
Melissa dear,,,, can you do me a favor and call Dr. Marlowe to check if he is still taking new trans patients? I think there are several people that are very intrested in knowing. :-*
I scheduled an appointment a month ago (First of Nov) with Dr. Marlowe. I informed the receptionist I had a letter which she said wasn't nesccesary. I had my appointment today, which I carried my letter with me any way. He made a copy of it for his records.
He asked how I had heard about him, which I told him I seen his web page earlier this spring. I told him I was concerned when I called to make an appointment that perhaps he wasn't accepting new patients because the webpage about treating transgendered people had been down for some time. He informed me he was in the process of try to have a his website updated.
I hope that helps.
Soph
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: RhinoP on December 03, 2011, 03:41:46 AM
Post by: RhinoP on December 03, 2011, 03:41:46 AM
I can't believe it's literally been almost three months since I've looked at this thread, and look at all the news! So many non-letter clinics to choose from! Especially that heaven-clinic in Kansas, sounds right down my alley - no letter, willing to help people in poverty, ect ect. This is such great news!
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: ♥ Dutchess on April 03, 2013, 03:48:19 AM
Post by: ♥ Dutchess on April 03, 2013, 03:48:19 AM
Sorry for grave-digging, but I though this was a great thread that popped up on the first page of Google for me when I was researching this exact topic and I thought it was great for some of who have no doubts that this is what they want.
My only question, is anyone aware of any in the NW Portland Metro Area?
My only question, is anyone aware of any in the NW Portland Metro Area?
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: Flan on April 03, 2013, 04:31:24 AM
Post by: Flan on April 03, 2013, 04:31:24 AM
Quote from: ♥ Dutchess on April 03, 2013, 03:48:19 AMBest find I can find is Dr. Suzanne Scopes
Sorry for grave-digging, but I though this was a great thread that popped up on the first page of Google for me when I was researching this exact topic and I thought it was great for some of who have no doubts that this is what they want.
My only question, is anyone aware of any in the NW Portland Metro Area?
http://www.drscopesnaturalhealthcare.com/sample-page-2/ (http://www.drscopesnaturalhealthcare.com/sample-page-2/)
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: FrancisAnn on April 03, 2013, 08:06:39 AM
Post by: FrancisAnn on April 03, 2013, 08:06:39 AM
Thanks for any posts. As we all know the therapist just seem to just milk us out of money & time that we need for real changes.
Tennessee/North Alabama area. Any one close to this area???
Tennessee/North Alabama area. Any one close to this area???
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: ♥ Dutchess on April 03, 2013, 09:45:49 AM
Post by: ♥ Dutchess on April 03, 2013, 09:45:49 AM
Quote from: Flan on April 03, 2013, 04:31:24 AM
Best find I can find is Dr. Suzanne Scopes
http://www.drscopesnaturalhealthcare.com/sample-page-2/ (http://www.drscopesnaturalhealthcare.com/sample-page-2/)
Thanks for looking Flan, I'll continue some research and try to help keep this thread updated.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: JessicaH on April 03, 2013, 11:55:28 AM
Post by: JessicaH on April 03, 2013, 11:55:28 AM
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/932389/Trans/Stepping%20Forward%20-%20Informed%20Consent%20Clinics.pdf (http://dl.dropbox.com/u/932389/Trans/Stepping%20Forward%20-%20Informed%20Consent%20Clinics.pdf)
That is a pretty good list but there are a few obsolete entries on it.
That is a pretty good list but there are a few obsolete entries on it.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: FrancisAnn on April 03, 2013, 12:25:23 PM
Post by: FrancisAnn on April 03, 2013, 12:25:23 PM
Jessica,
Thank you so much for posting on informed consent. Just today I cancelled a second appointment with therapist. I knew it would be a waste of time & money. Previously in Pensacola it was not difficult at all to find physicians for HRT.
Any help or advise on any active informed consent clinic/physician nearby to lower Tennessee and north east Alabama would greatly be appreciated.
Francis
Thank you so much for posting on informed consent. Just today I cancelled a second appointment with therapist. I knew it would be a waste of time & money. Previously in Pensacola it was not difficult at all to find physicians for HRT.
Any help or advise on any active informed consent clinic/physician nearby to lower Tennessee and north east Alabama would greatly be appreciated.
Francis
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: lostnostalgist on August 27, 2013, 09:56:55 PM
Post by: lostnostalgist on August 27, 2013, 09:56:55 PM
lame for a first post but
it still boggles my mind how there isn't a list of informed consent providers out there that is maintained consistently.
My doctor is Eric Meininger in St Paul, MN. He is on Catherine Mateos list but the number is wrong. Here is the number to make appointments:
651-290-8707
more info here http://www.gillettechildrens.org/care-team/eric-meininger-md-internal-medicine-and-pediatrics-specialist/
He's a great doctor and Gillette is a very friendly, albeit very busy clinic. Today I called to make a follow up appointment and they told me he was booked till January. that's only for first time patients tho, I got my appointment scheduled for mid september. if anyone would like to know more about my experience feel free to PM me.
Catherines website is down but maybe I'll try to email her. The list is over a year old now.
BTW I was looking for a "site suggestions" forum section but does anyone know how to edit the wiki here? maybe I'll send more emails....
Hi Francis. :)
I guess it's not very likely you'll see this, but I just happened upon the info for a doctor in TN:
Good luck.
it still boggles my mind how there isn't a list of informed consent providers out there that is maintained consistently.
My doctor is Eric Meininger in St Paul, MN. He is on Catherine Mateos list but the number is wrong. Here is the number to make appointments:
651-290-8707
more info here http://www.gillettechildrens.org/care-team/eric-meininger-md-internal-medicine-and-pediatrics-specialist/
He's a great doctor and Gillette is a very friendly, albeit very busy clinic. Today I called to make a follow up appointment and they told me he was booked till January. that's only for first time patients tho, I got my appointment scheduled for mid september. if anyone would like to know more about my experience feel free to PM me.
Catherines website is down but maybe I'll try to email her. The list is over a year old now.
BTW I was looking for a "site suggestions" forum section but does anyone know how to edit the wiki here? maybe I'll send more emails....
Quote from: FrancisAnn on April 03, 2013, 12:25:23 PM
Jessica,
Thank you so much for posting on informed consent. Just today I cancelled a second appointment with therapist. I knew it would be a waste of time & money. Previously in Pensacola it was not difficult at all to find physicians for HRT.
Any help or advise on any active informed consent clinic/physician nearby to lower Tennessee and north east Alabama would greatly be appreciated.
Francis
Hi Francis. :)
I guess it's not very likely you'll see this, but I just happened upon the info for a doctor in TN:
QuoteBradley N. Bullock, M.D.
Cool Springs Internal Medicine & Pediatrics Clinic, PLLC
1607 Westgate Circle
Brentwood, TN 37027-8075
Phone: 615-376-8195
note: this Dr will seriously stress getting therapy, and will require convincing for Informed Consent, but will do it.
Good luck.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: Jamie D on August 27, 2013, 10:32:32 PM
Post by: Jamie D on August 27, 2013, 10:32:32 PM
Thank you for the update! I will pass this along to the Wiki staff.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: lostnostalgist on August 28, 2013, 12:09:25 AM
Post by: lostnostalgist on August 28, 2013, 12:09:25 AM
No problem :)
I also had an experience with another doctor... she didn't want to write me a prescription because I told her some things that made her think I wasn't mentally stable. But, I think she could be a good fit for some, and I got an appointment with her much sooner, within a few weeks. I can find her info if you want it. Dr Meininger is always booked at least a few months out AFAIK.
I also had an experience with another doctor... she didn't want to write me a prescription because I told her some things that made her think I wasn't mentally stable. But, I think she could be a good fit for some, and I got an appointment with her much sooner, within a few weeks. I can find her info if you want it. Dr Meininger is always booked at least a few months out AFAIK.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: Daydreamer on August 02, 2014, 05:20:17 PM
Post by: Daydreamer on August 02, 2014, 05:20:17 PM
Does anyone have new info for PA? All I'm finding is the Mazzoni Center.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: Flan on August 08, 2014, 12:17:24 AM
Post by: Flan on August 08, 2014, 12:17:24 AM
Quote from: Daydreamer on August 02, 2014, 05:20:17 PMIn south central PA ( Harrisburg)
Does anyone have new info for PA? All I'm finding is the Mazzoni Center.
http://www.alderhealth.org/familymedicine/
Hershey, PA (treats adolescents to max age of about 23)
http://www.pennstatehershey.org/findaprovider/provider/254
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: DomoCarter on March 21, 2015, 12:02:07 PM
Post by: DomoCarter on March 21, 2015, 12:02:07 PM
Hey does anyone know the ant in the Miami or Fort Myers area......
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: chefskenzie on March 21, 2015, 12:05:29 PM
Post by: chefskenzie on March 21, 2015, 12:05:29 PM
Open Arms Health Care Center
Jackson, MS
http://oahcc.org/
They are the only clinic in Mississippi that sees LGBT community exclusively. They do informed consent, and work with people without insurance (preferably).
Let them know Mackenzie referred you.
Jackson, MS
http://oahcc.org/
They are the only clinic in Mississippi that sees LGBT community exclusively. They do informed consent, and work with people without insurance (preferably).
Let them know Mackenzie referred you.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: mythy on March 21, 2015, 12:23:30 PM
Post by: mythy on March 21, 2015, 12:23:30 PM
Also lyon martin health clinic in san francisco. They also take medi-cal.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: PhoenixGurl2016 on March 21, 2015, 03:15:52 PM
Post by: PhoenixGurl2016 on March 21, 2015, 03:15:52 PM
There is a list online. That is how I found mine. Anyhow I would like to add:
AMANDA L STROSAHL, MD,
LA CROSSE, WISCONSIN
General Internal Medicine - La Crosse
1900 South Avenue
La Crosse, WI 54601
4th Floor Medical Center
(608) 775-8388
I did meet with her to confirm that she still does informed consent.
AMANDA L STROSAHL, MD,
LA CROSSE, WISCONSIN
General Internal Medicine - La Crosse
1900 South Avenue
La Crosse, WI 54601
4th Floor Medical Center
(608) 775-8388
I did meet with her to confirm that she still does informed consent.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: aniiiib on March 21, 2015, 08:25:33 PM
Post by: aniiiib on March 21, 2015, 08:25:33 PM
Dr James Farrow at the Tulane University Uptown Student Health Center in New Orleans, Louisiana does hrt via informed consent. He ONLY does it for Tulane students.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: Christy82 on March 21, 2015, 09:25:50 PM
Post by: Christy82 on March 21, 2015, 09:25:50 PM
If anyone is interested, The Equality Clinic in Augusta, Ga. Its on the GRU medical campus.
Title: Re: "Informed Consent" HRT Clinics
Post by: ImagineKate on March 22, 2015, 10:22:08 PM
Post by: ImagineKate on March 22, 2015, 10:22:08 PM
Thought I should add another one for NYC:
New York, NY:
Beth Israel Medical Group
226 W 14th Street
New York, NY
Tel: (212) 604-1800
Providers:
Robbins Gottlock, MD
Zil Goldstein, FNP
(There are others but these two deal primarily with trans* patients)
They do informed consent HRT as well as family medicine (primary care). They prefer to integrate your HRT with primary care as this allows them to fully manage your healthcare. I have gone this route and it is excellent. They take most insurances so visits and labs are covered. Phlebotomist is on premises so there's no need to go elsewhere to get your blood work.
New York, NY:
Beth Israel Medical Group
226 W 14th Street
New York, NY
Tel: (212) 604-1800
Providers:
Robbins Gottlock, MD
Zil Goldstein, FNP
(There are others but these two deal primarily with trans* patients)
They do informed consent HRT as well as family medicine (primary care). They prefer to integrate your HRT with primary care as this allows them to fully manage your healthcare. I have gone this route and it is excellent. They take most insurances so visits and labs are covered. Phlebotomist is on premises so there's no need to go elsewhere to get your blood work.