Will I be referred to Social Services if I access private care?
Safeguarding referrals are acted upon if there are reasonable grounds to suspect that the child is suffering, or is likely to suffer, significant harm and whether further enquiries need to be made. Accessing necessary care for your trans child will not cause harm.
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Will the NHS refuse to see us if I access private care?
Sadly, due to the recent UK puberty blocker ban, there's little or no medical service in the NHS for trans youth. The chance of getting puberty blockers or hormones for people under the age of 18 is vanishingly small. Then, after the age of 18, the ...
Will I be penalised by NHS if I get private care with GenderGP?
No, you can't legally be penalised for seeking private consultation. The British Medical Association (BMA) policy states: “Patients who are entitled to NHS-funded treatment may opt into or out of NHS care at any stage. Patients who have had private ...
What if I smoke? Will that affect my access to gender-affirming care?
Smoking isn’t good for you, we all know that, so our advice is always to stop smoking. However, whether you smoke or not isn't related to your ability to medically transition and have gender-affirming medication. That said, your risk of heart ...
What services does GenderGP offer?
We offer access to information and provide you with transition options in the form of our Treatment Pack - the information provided is specifically about gender-affirming medical care for people who want to transition, but you will need to work with ...
Support and Navigation Guide for Our Services
If you have questions about your journey, are experiencing any challenges navigating our services, or need assistance with Treatment Recommendation requests, we’re here to help! Here are the ways you can reach us for support and guidance: 1. 24/7 ...