Transgender Health

The Babs Siperstein PROUD Center recognizes the unique needs of the transgender community. We take pride in being New Jersey’s leader in providing comprehensive services and care for transgender individuals age 18 and older.

Our hospital as a whole embodies “treating people how they wish to be treated” which includes respecting pronouns, preferred names and gender identity. We are devoted to making you feel welcomed and safe.

We look forward to being a part of your journey. Whether you are beginning, in the process or in the monitoring stage of your transition, we are well equipped to serve your needs.

Medical Services for Transgender Adults

• Primary care services
• Immunizations
• Gender affirmation (hormone therapy and monitoring)
• Hysterectomy
• Breast/chest health care
• Cervical cancer screening
• Education (including injection training)
• Support groups for transgender individuals
• Transgender Family/Friends Support Group
• Referrals to transgender-friendly services

Steps to Affirmation Therapy

At the PROUD Center, we acknowledge the process it takes for individuals to make their first appointment. That is why from your initial phone call we ensure that we guide you through every step of your journey.

At your first appointment, it is important to express your personal goals for your transition to the provider.

The PROUD Center follows evidence-based guidelines to direct your therapy. To ensure your health is not compromised during your transition, we personalize the affirmation therapy to match your specific health needs.

We also keep in mind that not everyone’s transition is the same. Some may transition faster than others. We will work with you to achieve your goals. Your health is very important to us, therefore it is vital for that you attend your scheduled appointments and obtain your required bloodwork.

We look forward to being a part of your journey.

For more information please, feel free to call us 1-855-776-8334.

Other Resources

• The World Professional Association for Transgender Health
  The World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) works to further the understanding and treatment of gender dysphoria by professionals in medicine, psychology, law, social work, counseling, psychotherapy, family studies, sociology, anthropology, sexology, speech and voice therapy, and other related fields.
• UCSF’s Center of Excellence for Transgender Health
  A resource for transgender health research about and best practices for gender diverse community engagement.
• U.S. Preventive Services Task Force
  Visit this page to learn about the federal guidelines for health screenings.