Principles of Gender Affirming Surgery
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Jun 26, 2025
Ending on:
Jun 26, 2025
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Kenya Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons
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Principles of Gender Affirming Surgery

Starting on:
Jun 26, 2025
Ending on:
Jun 26, 2025
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Description

This activity introduces the core principles of gender affirming surgery, highlighting the multidisciplinary approach to preoperative assessment, surgical planning, and postoperative care. It emphasizes patient-centered, ethical, and safe practices aimed at improving outcomes and quality of life for transgender and gender-diverse individuals.

Objectives

The objective of this activity is to enhance participants’ understanding of the core principles and multidisciplinary approach to gender affirming surgery. By the end of the session, participants will be able to define the goals of gender affirmation, describe key surgical options, and discuss the ethical, psychological, and patient-centered aspects of care. They will also understand the importance of comprehensive preoperative assessment, postoperative management, and long-term follow-up to ensure safe and effective outcomes for transgender and gender-diverse individuals.

Presenters

  1. Dr. Alireza Hamidian
    Plastic Surgeon
    Plastic surgeon at Temple Health, for specialized adult gender-affirmation and reconstructive care.

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