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.
