Dr. Maya L. Tran, MD, Pediatric Endocrinology & Gender‑Affirming Care (WPATH‑certified) Editor: Samira Patel, MA, LGBTQ+ Community Organizer Reviewed by: The TransYouth Health Advisory Board (2026)
| Professional | Why You Might Need Them | |--------------|------------------------| | | Evaluate premature puberty, discuss blockers, monitor growth. | | Gender‑Affirming Mental Health Provider | Assess gender dysphoria, screen for anxiety/depression, guide family therapy. | | Primary Care Physician (PCP) | Coordinate referrals, ensure overall health (vaccines, nutrition). | | Cultural Liaison or Community Organizer | Especially helpful for families from Southeast‑Asian backgrounds where “ladyboy” terminology is common. | ladyboy premature