What is an Information Gathering Session (IGS)? Why is it necessary?
After a new member joins GenderGP, our health advisor carries out an Information Gathering Session (IGS) over video chat.
The IGS enables us to meet you face to face, learn more about your situation, and understand how we might be able to help. The information is shared both ways; you tell us about you and we tell you about us.
The session also serves the purpose of establishing informed consent, which we require before giving you a Treatment Recommendation.
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How do I book my Information Gathering Session (IGS)?
Simply book your IGS through the link, choose when you want to have your session, and who you'd like to have it with. It's a very straightforward process! You can choose to have your session with a doctor or a counselor to a psychotherapist or an ...
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 ...
Does a young person’s parent need to be present with them for the Information Gathering Session (IGS)?
If a young person has the capacity and ability to ask their own questions and make their own decisions, they're quite able of having their IGS session themselves. If their parents aren't supportive or helpful, a young person may feel better on their ...
How is the Information Gathering Session (IGS) held and how long does it last?
Typically, our sessions are held by video link - though, if you wish, you can opt to have yours in person. You simply click on the link at the start time and your session provider will be there to meet you.The session is booked for the hour, but that ...
Do I have to have my camera on for my session?
Only for the Information Gathering Session (IGS) and Capacity to Consent sessions. Some doctors, psychologists, and counsellors may ask the person to have their camera turned on but this isn't necessary for Quick Chats.