Kimberly Zayhowski, Diane Koeller, and Josephine Giblin on Gender Affirming Cancer Genetic Counseling

An international panel of cancer genetic counselors with research and advocacy interests in LGBTQ+ affirming care, NHS Bristol’s Josephine Giblin, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s Diane Koeller, and Boston University School of Medicine’s Kimberly Zayhowski, discuss:

Risk considerations for trans and gender diverse cancer genetic counseling patientsCreating safe and inclusive environments in cancer genetic counselingProtecting patients during times of unprecedented legislationResources and methods to support trans and gender diverse patients

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Resources and further reading:

Navigating sexual orientation and gender identity data privacy concerns in United States genetics practicesNSGC Policy Statement: Distinguishing Sex and Gender to Reduce HarmTGD CanScreen ProjectCanadian Resource: Queering CancerCoppaFeel: UK patient resource with gender based language selection