Trans^* Individuals' Experiences of Gendered Language with Health Care Providers: Recommendations for Practitioners

This study highlights the experiences of trans^* individuals in regard to the use of gendered language by their medical providers. A total of 20 individual interviews were conducted with trans^*-identified individuals. Thematic analysis was used to analyze participants' responses. Participants discussed both positive and negative experiences with gendered language in a health care setting. Four primary themes emerged through their experiences that were then used to develop recommendations for providers interested in improving the health care of trans^* individuals: (a) medical forms; (b) insurance sex versus gender identity; (c) binary language; and (d) whole person, well-being care. © 2014