Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C., has announced that it will no longer provide gender transition-related medical interventions.
The web page for the hospital’s “Gender Development Program” displays a message for existing and new patients announcing the change, which will go into effect Aug. 30.
“In light of escalating legal and regulatory risks to Children’s National, our providers, and the families we serve, we will be discontinuing the prescription of gender-affirming medications,” the message says. “Mental health and other support services for LGBT patients remain available. You are always welcome at Children’s National for your other medical needs.”
“We know this change will have a significant impact on affected patients, families and staff. Our care teams are working directly with families of current patients to support them,” it adds, urging people with questions to contact the hospital directly.
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Author: Faith Novak
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