When I was fairly early, about a year into transition, I had occasion to go to our local hospital. They have these ID cards that you're supposed to carry and hand over. When I went to hand mine over, I realized some of the information on it wasn't accurate, so, it not being an emergency, they sent me to medical records to correct the info on it:

Some context, this was fairly early on, so I was still all nervous that someone would react badly.

Me: I've changed my name, so need to change my blue card (the ID card).

Nurse: OK

Me: Oh, and gender too.

Nurse: OK

Me (suddenly realizing I've moved and been divorced since that card was issued): Oh yeah, and address.....and next of kin.

Nurse: OK

Me: heh, guess I pretty well changed everything but date of birth on the card.

Nurse looks up, smiles at me and says "and you'll be sure to let me know when you figure out how to change that, won't you dear?"

Dennis

Heh, that's pretty funny.

So, did you figure out how to change the date of birth? 

Not yet, but testosterone has been the fountain of youth for me. I suspect that the nurse wouldn't have been interested in that particular path to being younger.

Dennis

Funny.

I went to my ophthalmologist soon after I was passing.  The receptionist was a former client and had seen me twice since I started transition, though at the time it was too soon to say anything..  I went in and said I needed to change my info.  She asks about address, phone, etc.  And I said all that was the same.  Then I said my name and gave her my new insurance card.

Oh!?!

I could tell she was dying to ask questions but didn't and was very professional.  After my appt she helped pick out new glasses and fit them.

The dentist?  I'm going to get a new one.  Still have to come out to my doctor...


Jay

That is very funny! 

Jay

Neat!
Dennis picture there reminds me how long ago it was since I been at water ;-;
I went to swim with dolphins once and now I am dying to do it again (or any pool/sea for that matter)

Lol.  What a great response.  Thanks for sharing, Dennis.   

Yet further reason why I'm eternally grateful to my parents for giving me a name that is mostly used for males (although they named me after an aunt). They unintentionally spared me the fate of getting nasty looks and snide whispering from bank/hotel/store clerks all across America.

Great story. The nurse has a good sense of humor.

Quote from: sneakersjay on September 01, 2009, 01:27:10 AM
Still have to come out to my doctor...

My GP was the first person I told (besides the psychologist of course). I still have to tell two other doctors but I don't see them often.

Quote from: Radar on September 01, 2009, 07:16:24 AM
My GP was the first person I told (besides the psychologist of course). I still have to tell two other doctors but I don't see them often.

I obviously don't see my doctor often, either.   Right now I don't really have a reason to go.


Jay

Still have to come out to my doctor...

Why on earth would you need to come out to your doctor, if they couldn't tell, you need a new one.

Quote from: tekla on September 01, 2009, 12:08:55 PM
Still have to come out to my doctor...

Why on earth would you need to come out to your doctor, if they couldn't tell, you need a new one.

Well, first you have to call for an appt, and they ask your name.

Then they ask if you're a current patient.

Then they can't find the file in your current name.

And you have to then tell the front desk the situation to change all of the requisite paper work and insurance cards.

The doctor herself likely wouldn't recognize me if other long term acquaintances I haven't seen in a year or so don't, and will only know me by my file.

Jay

Do what most guys do, meet them in the emergency ward.

Thanks, Dennis, for putting a smile on my face. 

Julie

That was wonderful, Dennis.

When I changed my name at my ophthamologist's office, the receptionist just asked if I still had the same address and phone number.  It seems changing from a male first name to a female one is about the same as moving to a new house.  (And, in a way, it is. )

- Kate

Geez a name change for me will be one letter, Alexandra to Alexander, and that happens spontaneously about half the time anyway. I'm really glad I didn't get a really girly name!

Quote from: sneakersjay on September 01, 2009, 01:27:08 PM
Well, first you have to call for an appt, and they ask your name.

Then they ask if you're a current patient.

Then they can't find the file in your current name.

And you have to then tell the front desk the situation to change all of the requisite paper work and insurance cards.

The doctor herself likely wouldn't recognize me if other long term acquaintances I haven't seen in a year or so don't, and will only know me by my file.

Jay

This doesn't apply to Jay, obviously, but for those of us who still have all the factory parts, it's probably a good idea to give your doc a heads-up before showing up bearded for your annual PAP. 

Funny.

SilverFang

Quote from: tekla on September 01, 2009, 02:57:36 PM
Do what most guys do, meet them in the emergency ward.

Man, being in an emergency room and trying to tell them is just funny sometimes. Or if you're at the airport. They almost didn't let me on because my ID said I was a girl and they wouldn't believe me.