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COVID-19

Update July 1, 2020: We are back to performing surgery, and our hospital has measures in place to protect patients. However, COVID-19 cases are rising again, and there is still no vaccine. Patients coming to see us are expected to be extremely careful, quarantine whenever possible, follow social distancing recommendations, wear a mask at all times when in public, wash hands frequently, and…
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Dr. Bowers Operating in New York

Starting in 2019, there is a possibility of patients to have surgery sooner in New York with Dr. Bowers at Mt Sinai. We anticipate Dr. Bowers will annually perform 10 surgeries in New York which will be filled on a first come first served basis. This is an ideal option for patients in the New York area to save on travel and lodging costs. To schedule a date in New York, click on the link…
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Medicare? Medicaid?

Medicare Despite years of efforts with Medicare, we have been unable to contact any Medicare personnel who can guarantee approval and reimbursement.  In our test cases, there have been continual denials of our claims, and eventually we withdrew from Medicare. However, our hospital and anesthesia group are contracted with and accepting Medicare for transgender surgery, and have successfully…
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Answering Myths About Transgender Men's Genital Reconstruction

We  came across an article entitled: "8 Myths About Transgender Men's Genital Reconstruction" written by Mitch Kellaway (mitchkellaway.com) on the Huffington Post's site around the same time Dr. Bowers returned from the WPATH conference in Thailand. The conference was attended by surgeons from around the world and we are happy to report that the phalloplasty and metoidioplasty…
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Gynecology on the Transmasculine Spectrum

Whether you are interested in stopping your monthly bleeding, start testosterone, get a hysterectomy or just for an annual checkup, a gynecologist who is culturally knowledgeable about trans men can be part of your healthcare team for many reasons. Finding someone you are comfortable with may be difficult but word of mouth and referral from your local LGBT center are a good place to start. In…
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Here's What Makes Top Surgery Different From a Mastectomy

Top surgery can be a life-changing — and often life-saving — procedure for trans and nonbinary people. But thanks to all the…
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60 Minutes Overtime Interview

Dr. Bowers was interviewed by Lesley Stahl on 60 Minutes Overtime. They discussed the current healthcare challenges that face the…
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The Clitoris Summit: A Clitoral Vernissage

Register for Dr. Bowers' discussion in the first International Clitoris Summit! The virtual summit will be held on Saturday, May 22nd from…
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Balfour Lecture: "Ethical Dilemmas in Gender Confirming Surgery: Do the Right Thing"

Registrations are now open for Dr. Bowers' discussion in the Balfour Lecture: "Ethical Dilemmas in Gender Confirming Surgery: Do the Right…
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