India’s First Transgender Clinic Reopens In Hyderabad

India’s first transgender-run healthcare facility, Mitr Clinic in Hyderabad, has reopened with the support of Tata Trusts. It marks a significant step toward inclusive, accessible, and community-led healthcare for the transgender population.

About Mitr Clinic

  • Established in 2021, Mitr Clinic is the first clinic in India fully managed and staffed by transgender persons.
  • Located in Hyderabad, the clinic aims to provide respectful and inclusive healthcare

Key Services Offered

  • Primary health care services for all individuals.
  • Counselling and consultation for:
    • Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
    • Gender-affirmation surgeries
    • Breast augmentation procedures
    • Mental health support
  • HIV and STI testing and treatment.
  • Emotional and psychological support tailored for the trans community.

Significance of the Initiative

  • Promotes dignity and accessibility in healthcare for the transgender community.
  • Aims to address the social stigma and discrimination faced by transgender individuals in public health institutions.
  • Encourages community leadership in managing healthcare systems.

Conclusion:

The reopening of Mitr Clinic sets a precedent for inclusive healthcare models in India, focusing on the rights, needs, and dignity of the transgender population.

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