Radiologists' Role in LGBTQIA+ Health Equity (2024)-T6-CNPM08-2024

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The session "Radiologists' Role in LGBTQIA-plus Health Equity" emphasized the historical and current challenges faced by LGBTQIA-plus patients in radiological care, with an emphasis on the need for understanding, inclusivity, and tailored healthcare. Speakers highlighted the importance of recognizing past injustices, as exemplified through historical figures like Magnus Hirschfeld and the detrimental impacts of stigma, policies, and discrimination on LGBTQIA-plus communities throughout history.<br /><br />Presenters like Herschel McGinnis and Anne Darrow discussed practical steps in enhancing healthcare for LGBTQIA-plus patients, urging for the normalization of using pronouns, understanding gender identity complexities, and creating safe, affirming environments. Darrow stressed the importance of proper screening and treatment for transgender patients, noting disparities in healthcare access and the detrimental mental health impacts stemming from discrimination and societal rejection.<br /><br />Nicholas Freeman and Evelyn Carroll introduced trauma-informed care (TIC) as a crucial framework for creating safer radiological encounters, focusing on reducing re-traumatization, particularly in sensitive examinations. They advocated for empathy, patient empowerment, and institutional policy enhancements to support LGBTQIA-plus patients.<br /><br />Lastly, robust data collection on sexual orientation and gender identity was highlighted as pivotal by Vess and David Jaramillo-Gil for identifying disparities, improving care, and fostering patient trust. Despite legislative challenges, enhancing data practices remains essential for advancing healthcare equity.<br /><br />Overall, the session underscored the necessity of continued advocacy, education, and policy reform within radiology to empower LGBTQIA-plus patients and advance health equity.

Keywords

LGBTQIA-plus health equity

radiological care

inclusivity

gender identity

trauma-informed care

healthcare disparities

pronouns normalization

transgender healthcare

data collection

policy reform