This course consists of two sections that will review fundamental concepts of equity, diversity, and inclusion, focusing on Trans-Inclusive healthcare for youth. The first section consists of five self-directed online modules that will provide an update on providing gender-affirming care for youth, gender-affirming physiotherapy, hormone therapy in youth, youth counselling, and the role of the community in youth trans health. The second section will be an interdisciplinary virtual panel to cover frequently asked questions.

Course Objectives:

• Identify the importance of gender-affirming health care in supportingtransgender youth.
• Describe the role of physiotherapists in gender-affirming care.
• Demonstrate approaches to counselling transgender children and youth.
• Apply approaches to effectively support caregivers fo transgender youth.

Target Audience:

The target audience is family physicians, specialists, nurses, nurse practitioners, mental health professionals, pharmacists, physiotherapists, residents, researchers, health sciences students, and other health care professionals. 

Modules:

1: The Life Experiences of a Transgender Woman: Lessons to Support Youth

2: Special Considerations for Physiotherapists When Treating Trans & Gender Diverse Clients 

3: Overview of Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy in Youth 

4: Caring for Trans & Gender Diverse Youth: A Primary Care Perspective 

5: Supporting Trans and Gender Diverse Youth in Saskatchewan

Additional session available!

Live Interdisciplinary Panel

Date: TBD

Conference Fees:

• All Healthcare Providers - $75 + Tax

Kendra Usunier • kendra.usunier@usask.ca • 306-966-7473

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