Instead of an Information Gathering Session (IGS), can I use a formal diagnosis from GenderGP/another provider?

Instead of an Information Gathering Session (IGS), can I use a formal diagnosis from GenderGP/another provider?

Our systems are based on informed consent. The purpose of the IGS and Capacity to Consent sessions is to confirm that you meet the ICD-11 for a diagnosis of gender incongruence and that you have the capacity to give informed consent to medical intervention.


An existing report will be helpful to a provider carrying out your consent session, but it doesn't replace it.

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