Assistant Professor Virginia Commonwealth University
This study explored the feasibility and impact of trans-affirming healthcare environments by collecting feedback from providers comparing traditional and trans-affirming design vignettes. Participants supported seating variety, neutral colors, inclusive signage, and diverse check-in options; shared concerns regarding examination room size; and recommended additional spacing for mobility devices and increased privacy.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this session, attendees should be able to:
Summarize the importance and feasibility of inclusive healthcare designs, both generally and for trans and gender diverse populations.
Understand healthcare professional perspective on inclusive healthcare design, practice and policy.
Identify the relevance of inclusive healthcare design to people of intersectional marginalized identities.
