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Policies on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender & Queer (LGBTQ) issues

Examine the AMA's position on sexual orientation and gender identity and the Association's work to inform the public about LGBTQ discrimination and abuse.

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Treating LGBT patients: Creating a medical practice that offers inclusive care

As a physician treating or preparing to treat lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender patients, you may wonder whether you’re saying or doing the right things. Physicians answer questions from peers.

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AMA commends FDA on new blood donation policy

The AMA commends the FDA for ending the lifetime ban that prohibits men who have had sex with men from ever donating blood.

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Access to transgender medical care spotlighted

A New York Times editorial spotlighted the importance of improving access to transgender medical care. The piece notes the published a landmark resolution in 2008 that said barriers to transition-related care needed to be eliminated.

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WMA adopts transgender-affirming policy

New policy adopted at the World Medical Association’s (WMA) recent General Assembly meeting in Moscow addresses guidelines on transgender health care. The WMA emphasized that everyone has the right to determine their own gender and that gender incongruence is not in itself a mental disorder.

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Illinois and D.C. ban conversion therapy for minors

Illinois became the fourth state, alongside Washington, D.C., to ban the practice of ex-gay conversion therapy for minors.

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AMA commends FDA for efforts to reverse lifetime blood donation ban

The AMA commends the FDA for taking a step to end the lifetime ban that prohibits men who have had sex with men from ever donating blood.

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Is your practice transgender friendly? 7 things to consider

Understanding the concerns of patients with varying gender identities can help minimize health disparities. Learn how to make your medical practice transgender-friendly with advice from an expert.

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Contemporary context of family building: LGBT meeting highlights

The AMA Advisory Committee on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) issues hosted a special LGBT and Allies Caucus and reception in conjunction with the 2014 AMA Interim Meeting. The focus of the caucus was the contemporary context of family building.

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