Transgender adults have difficulty accessing health care due to multiple barriers. This study examined the health care-related needs of transgender patients in Dallas, Texas.
Methods:
This study examined cross-sectional data from a survey completed by 62 patients who identified as transgender.
Results:
Many participants reported depression (50%) and anxiety (51%). Over half did not receive preventive screenings (60%) or health care (61%) elsewhere. One-third of patients felt their primary care physician outside the clinic was not transgender-friendly.
Conclusion:
These findings provide evidence that transgender patients demonstrate increased reported mental health disorders and decreased access to medical care.
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