Description: This presentation will provide a review of hormone replacement therapies for patients undergoing gender-affirming care. It will discuss the risks associated with hormone replacement therapy and evaluate the pharmacokinetic changes that occur throughout the transition process.

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Speaker:  Thomas Riedl, PharmD, PGY1 Pharmacy Resident – Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center

Objectives: ​​ 

  • Recall common terminology associated with transgender and gender diverse populations
  • Design a guideline recommended hormone therapy plan for a MtF transgender patient
  • Design a guideline recommended hormone therapy plan for a FtM transgender patient
  • Identify risks associated with hormone therapy in transgender patients
  • Assess how pharmacokinetic changes impact medical treatment for transgender and gender diverse patients

Target Audience:​ Advocate Pharmacists, Physicians, Nurses, and other interested healthcare professionals

Disclosure:​ The planner(s) and speaker(s) have indicated that there are no relevant financial relationships with any ineligible companies to disclose. 

Session date: 
01/10/2025 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm CST
Location: 
Ron Hoiberg Auditorium & Virtual via Teams
United States
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