Experiences of Transgender Individuals in Accessing Oral Health Care in a Low and Middle- Income Country: A Qualitative Study from Pakistan DOI Creative Commons

Anhum Haroon Jadoon,

Muhammad Shahzad,

Saad Ishaq Khattak

et al.

Research Square (Research Square), Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Nov. 29, 2024

Abstract Background Transgender individuals are one of the most marginalised groups globally, with their experiences prejudice significantly impacting dental care access and leading to social isolation. This study aimed explore transgender in accessing oral health services Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. Methods A qualitative, phenomenological design was utilized gain in-depth insights. Eight participants were purposively recruited from districts Haripur, Abbottabad, Mansehra Hazara division Semi-structured interviews conducted Urdu subsequently transcribed translated. Thematic analysis based on a descriptive approach utilised. Results The revealed several barriers faced by care, organised into key themes: 1. Healthcare discrimination marginalisation, 2. Quality professionals' attitude, 3. Cost affordability 4. Social stigma absence community support, 5. Inclusive facilities. Conclusion research has identified Pakistan when resulting delayed treatment poor outcomes. Financial constraints insufficient empathy professionals further complicate these challenges. Implementing participants’ recommendations policy reforms, including anti-discrimination laws, separate waiting rooms counters, enhance highlighted. Policymakers may create more inclusive service delivery system that meets needs individuals.

Language: Английский

Building knowledge to improve access to inclusive and equitable care for trans and gender-diverse survivors of sexual assault and intimate partner violence: a qualitative research protocol DOI Creative Commons
Danielle Toccalino,

Sav Jonsa,

Alexa R. Yakubovich

et al.

BMJ Open, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 15(1), P. e090388 - e090388

Published: Jan. 1, 2025

Introduction Intimate partner violence (IPV) and sexual assault are pervasive public health human rights concerns that disproportionately impact trans gender-diverse (TGD) individuals. Experiences of cisgenderism transphobia, compounded by racism other forms discrimination structural violence, can hinder access to appropriate supports in a safe non-stigmatising environment across variety sectors, including but not limited healthcare, social services, criminal justice, legal. TGD individuals may also have unique needs requiring support is yet place. Recent research has identified the need better understand barriers accessing for survivors IPV as top priority. This study aims address this evidence facilitate improved inclusive equitable services survivors. Methods analysis qualitative will involve semi-structured interviews with approximately 60 adult and/or who wanted access, attempted or used services. A diverse array participants from Canada be recruited via purposeful snowball sampling through organisations, Peer Leader Advisors their networks, well promotion physical virtual spaces (eg, flyers media). An interview guide was developed based on Levesque’s care model. Virtual thematically analysed using Braun Clarke’s iterative phases reflexive thematic analysis. intersectionality lens applied throughout process. Ethics dissemination Research Board approval obtained Women’s College Hospital (WCH REB #: 2023-0033-E). Findings shared peer-reviewed publications, at academic conferences, burgeoning trans-LINK Network WebPortal ( https://www.translinknetwork.com/ ) media, newsletters, infographics, webinars.

Language: Английский

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Experiences of transwomen individuals in accessing oral health care in a low and middle-income country: a qualitative study from Pakistan DOI Creative Commons

Anhum Haroon Jadoon,

Muhammad Shahzad,

Saad Ishaq Khattak

et al.

BMC Public Health, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 25(1)

Published: March 10, 2025

Transwomen are one of the most marginalised groups globally, with their experiences prejudice significantly impacting access to dental care and leading social isolation. This study aimed explore transwomen in accessing oral health services Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. A qualitative phenomenological design was utilised gain in-depth insights. Eight were purposively recruited from districts Haripur, Abbottabad, Mansehra Hazara division Semi-structured interviews conducted Urdu, transcribed, translated. descriptive approach for thematic analysis. The analysis revealed several barriers faced by care, organised into key themes: (1) Healthcare discrimination marginalisation, (2) Quality professionals' attitudes, (3) Cost affordability (4) Social stigma absence community support, (5) Inclusive facilities. research highlights Pakistan when delayed treatment poor outcomes. Financial constraints a lack empathy professionals further exacerbate these challenges. Participants recommended policy reforms such as anti-discrimination laws, separate waiting rooms, counters improve access. These findings underline need policymakers create inclusive service systems tailored needs transwomen.

Language: Английский

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Experiences of trans women who have undergone gender affirmation surgery: a constructivist grounded theory DOI Creative Commons

S.T.S DHARSHENI,

B. Sivakami

Frontiers in Sociology, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 10

Published: May 2, 2025

Introduction Gender Affirmation Surgery often referred to as ‘Nirvana’ in the transgender community India is a major process that most trans women undergo. It practiced traditional way as, thayamma operation (midwife procedure) where elderly transwoman cut off penis and testicles without any anesthesia or medical supervision. However, procedure of GAS recent advancement, which accessible only few, have undergone penectomy (removal penis) orchiectomy testicles). Aim This study aims explore experiences who gender-affirmation surgery (GAS) during period 2005–2023 Chennai, India. Method In academia, research papers discuss aspects gender affirmation but individuals undergoing this remain under-researched under-documented, was main reason apply constructivist grounded theory approach. Seventeen from various non-governmental organizations (NGOs) participated in-depth interviews, were conducted two sessions, gain insights into their lived experience surgery. Result study, using initial coding, focused theoretical reveals both positive negative five codes: decision undergo surgery, support systems, healthcare experiences, postoperative outcomes, impact on identity well-being. Discussion The highlights resilient nature India, despite facing adversity, become advocates for better social understanding. findings emphasize importance inclusive policies practices address unique needs women.

Language: Английский

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‘We are celebrated but not included’: heteronormativity and cisnormativity in Aotearoa New Zealand workplaces DOI Creative Commons

Le Cui

Kōtuitui New Zealand Journal of Social Sciences Online, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 1 - 19

Published: Dec. 17, 2024

Language: Английский

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Experiences of Transgender Individuals in Accessing Oral Health Care in a Low and Middle- Income Country: A Qualitative Study from Pakistan DOI Creative Commons

Anhum Haroon Jadoon,

Muhammad Shahzad,

Saad Ishaq Khattak

et al.

Research Square (Research Square), Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Nov. 29, 2024

Abstract Background Transgender individuals are one of the most marginalised groups globally, with their experiences prejudice significantly impacting dental care access and leading to social isolation. This study aimed explore transgender in accessing oral health services Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. Methods A qualitative, phenomenological design was utilized gain in-depth insights. Eight participants were purposively recruited from districts Haripur, Abbottabad, Mansehra Hazara division Semi-structured interviews conducted Urdu subsequently transcribed translated. Thematic analysis based on a descriptive approach utilised. Results The revealed several barriers faced by care, organised into key themes: 1. Healthcare discrimination marginalisation, 2. Quality professionals' attitude, 3. Cost affordability 4. Social stigma absence community support, 5. Inclusive facilities. Conclusion research has identified Pakistan when resulting delayed treatment poor outcomes. Financial constraints insufficient empathy professionals further complicate these challenges. Implementing participants’ recommendations policy reforms, including anti-discrimination laws, separate waiting rooms counters, enhance highlighted. Policymakers may create more inclusive service delivery system that meets needs individuals.

Language: Английский

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