Any healthcare provider who wants to learn how to provide more culturally competent care to the LGBTQ community will greatly benefit from this session. The following topics will be discussed during this session: LGBTQ+ terminology; the difference between sex and gender identity and at what age each can present; issues LGBTQ people face, including coming out, premature disclosure, internalized trans and homophobia; and how to help a patient or colleague feel comfortable coming out to you. The participant will also learn how to create a welcoming environment for their LGBTQ+ identified patients.
