Introduction
ScotPHN has undertaken a national needs assessment of gender identity services in Scotland. This builds on recent work in NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde needs assessment of gender re-assignment services led by Jessica Baker, NHS GG&C and University of Glasgow (Scope available here).
The national healthcare needs assessment has been informed by discussions with third sector organisations and NHS Boards. The working project brief is available here.
The lead author was Rachel Thomson, Specialist Registrar, NHS Ayrshire & Arran. The work has been guided by a small project group whose membership includes representation from Trans Scotland, LGBT Youth, LGBT Health & Well-being and Stonewall Scotland.
The final report is now available.