Gender Surgeons in the News - Practice Updates from TransHealthCare

Surgeons’ Conference Holds First-Ever Panel on Gender Confirmation Surgery

November 24, 2019October 28, 2015

At last week’s “Plastic Surgery: the Meeting” conference in Boston, sessions about Gender Confirmation Surgery were held for the very first time in the event’s 89-year history.

Dr. Loren Schechter Presenting on GRS Techniques in New York City

November 24, 2019February 25, 2015

Chicago surgeon Dr. Loren Schechter will be presenting a workshop on gender reassignment surgery techniques next month in New York City. The March 6th event is being organized by CK Life.

List of U.S. States That Have Banned Anti-Transgender Discrimination In Health Insurance

November 24, 2019February 9, 2015

These U.S. states prohibit anti-trans discrimination in health insurance and legally require insurance companies to provide transgender health coverage.

Dr. Alberik Keshishian, Plastic Surgeon In Florida, Has Died

November 24, 2019December 16, 2014

It is with great sadness that we report the sudden and unexpected passing of Dr. Alberik Keshishian on December 4, 2014. He was 48.

Teen Settles Top Surgery Case Against Kaiser Permanente

November 24, 2019July 18, 2013

A teenage college student from Colorado has settled an important civil rights case against Kaiser Permanente of Colorado. According to the Colorado Civil Rights Commission, Miki Alexander Manigault suffered discrimination and unequal access to health care specifically because he is transgender.

GenderTech 2013: Gender Confirming Surgeries With Dr. Toby Meltzer

November 24, 2019May 27, 2013

The GenderTech workshop series will be hosting a free info session with Dr. Toby Meltzer on gender confirming surgeries for trans men and women, on Friday, May 31, 2013, 6-9pm at The Center in New York City.

Report: Sexual Satisfaction Following Gender Reassignment Surgery in Brazil

November 24, 2019May 21, 2013

A new study shows that most people who undergo gender reassignment surgery are satisfied with their sexual health post-operatively, but that complications can occur.

Featured Surgeons

Dr. Dany Hanna

Dr. Hanna is a Urologist and fellowship-trained Gender Surgeon who works exclusively with transgender and non-binary patients at the Hanna Gender Center in Dallas, Texas. He completed a yearlong fellowship in gender-affirming surgery and also trained with the renowned Dr. Miroslav Djordjevic in Belgrade, Serbia. Dr. Hanna specializes in Vaginoplasty and also offers Metoidioplasty, Phalloplasty, Nullification, Top Surgery and Breast Augmentation.

Dr. Scott Mosser

Dr. Mosser is an award-winning surgeon in San Francisco who has been helping transgender and non-binary patients for more than 10 years. He is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgeons, co-founder of the American Society of Gender Surgeons (ASGS), Medical Director of the Gender Institute at Saint Francis Memorial Hospital, a member of WPATH, and co-chair of the Surgery and Beyond professional conference. Dr. Mosser is California’s FTN / FTM Top Surgery and Breast Augmentation expert.

Dr. Thomas Satterwhite

Dr. Satterwhite is a board-certified Plastic and Craniofacial Surgeon in San Francisco who is dedicated to offering the highest level of surgical care to the transgender community. Dr. Satterwhite works exclusively with trans women, trans men and non-binary patients seeking Gender Confirmation procedures such as Vaginoplasty, Facial Feminization, and FTM Top Surgery.

Dr. Angela Rodriguez

Dr. Rodriguez is a board-certified plastic surgeon in San Francisco who is dedicated full time to providing surgical care for transgender patients. Dr. Rodriguez had 14 years of craniofacial, aesthetic and pediatric plastic surgery experience before becoming a Gender Surgeon. She has a special interest in Facial Feminization and is also highly proficient in Vaginoplasty and Top Surgery.

Dr. Dev Gurjala

Dr. Gurjala joined Align Surgical Associates in 2019, after five years of performing gender surgery, microsurgery, and general reconstructive and aesthetic surgery in the Kaiser Permanente healthcare network. He works exclusively with trans women, trans men and non-binary patients seeking gender-affirming surgeries, including Phalloplasty, Vaginoplasty and Facial Feminization.

Dr. Daniel J. Freet

Dr. Freet leads a multidisciplinary team at the University of Texas that performs both male-to-female and female-to-male surgery procedures, including facial and chest surgeries as well as Vaginoplasty, Metoidioplasty and Phalloplasty. Dr. Freet accepts both insurance and Medicare.

Dr. Christopher Salgado

Dr. Salgado is a board-certified plastic surgeon with deep expertise in gender-affirming procedures. In fact, he is one of the most experienced gender surgeons in the world. In practice for more than 20 years, Dr. Salgado performs all aspects of transgender surgeries, from Facial Feminization and Top Surgery, to complex genital procedures such as Vaginoplasty and Phalloplasty.

Dr. Alan Dulin

Dr. Dulin is a board-certified surgeon with many years of experience performing Top Surgery, Metoidioplasty, Breast Augmentation, FFS and Orchiectomy.

Dr. Dustin Reid

Dr. Dustin Reid is a double board-certified plastic surgeon in Austin who offers chest surgery procedures for both trans men and trans women, as well as Body Sculpting and Hair Restoration.

Dr. Praful Ramineni

Dr. Ramineni is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon with over 15 years of experience. Based in Washington, D.C., Dr. Ramineni performs upwards of 600 surgeries a year and has a specialization in Gender Affirmation Surgery. Recognized for his exceptional surgical skills and natural-looking results, Dr. Ramineni’s patients also praise his friendly, compassionate and professional nature.

Dr. Cassie Nghiem

Dr. Nghiem is an Ivy League-educated, fellowship-trained plastic surgeon in Washington, D.C. who specializes in transgender surgery, including Chest Masculinization and Breast Augmentation. She believes in a shared vision and works closely with her patients to deliver the best quality care that is in line with their needs. Known for her surgical skill and artistry, Dr. Nghiem’s patients also love her kind and caring demeanor.

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