Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 1 February 2024
360. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Health the reason in his comments on the appointment of a Clinical Lead for Transgender Services (details supplied) he portrayed the disagreement on trans youth healthcare as one between two clinical teams without any reference to the trans community themselves; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4705/24]
View answerMy department is committed to the development by the HSE of a well-governed and patient-centered health care service for adults and children in the transgender community.
The HSE is establishing a team to lead the development of an updated and integrated Model of Care for transgender services in Ireland, informed by the best evidence-based clinical care for individuals who express gender incongruence or dysphoria. The position of Clinical Lead for Transgender Services has been offered to an applicant.
The HSE will consult with a wide range of stakeholders in the development of transgender healthcare and the new model of care, including those who use the services and advocacy groups.
I welcome the development of a model of care which will deliver a high quality seamless and integrated service for people with gender identity issues, in line with the Programme for Government.
