ASHM & BSPHN | Transforming Care: Launch of Health Pathways in Adult Trans Health and Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy

This GP-focused session will cover both the initiation and ongoing management of GAHT, equipping clinicians with the knowledge and confidence to support their patients effectively. The session will include case-based discussions to explore real-world scenarios, clinical considerations, and best practices in gender affirming care.

Key Topics:
Initiating GAHT: assessment, prescribing, and patient-centred care
Ongoing monitoring and long-term management of patients on GAHT
Case-based discussions to enhance clinical decision-making
Best practice guidelines and resources for GPs
This interactive session will provide GPs with the opportunity to engage with experienced clinicians and community experts, ask questions, and build their knowledge in gender affirming healthcare.

Target Audience:
General practitioners and other healthcare professionals providing or involved in GAHT in Queensland.

Speakers/Facilitators:
Dr Jane Macleod, General Practitioner, West Moreton Hospital and Health Services Prison Health
Dr Brendan Nolan, Endocrinologist, Princess Alexandra Hospital
Prof Darren Russell, James Cook University and Deakin University | Sexual Health Physician, Kardinia Health (Geelong)
Necho Brocchi (she/her), Service Delivery Coordinator, Open Doors Youth Service.
Additional panellists to be confirmed

Course Components:
Attendance at session on 28th May 2025 from 6.00pm – 7.30pm (AEST)
Post-course survey
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

Assess patient suitability, initiate hormone therapy, and provide ongoing care following best practice guidelines.
Enhance decision-making skills by exploring real-world scenarios and addressing common challenges in gender affirming care.
Gain insights from healthcare and community experts and identify key resources to support patients on GAHT.

For more information, contact ASHM at nicole.crosskey@health.qld.gov.au or 433766764.