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HRT on the NHS in the UK

Bree Eldred

By Bree Eldred,
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Hi

You will probably be able to tell that I am completely new to this but I was wondering if people found it difficult to get HRT on the NHS in the UK?  Do you have to jump through hoops or is it fairly straightforward? 

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Hi Bree. You need to connect with your closest Gender Identity Clinic as soon as possible. (https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/our-services/gender-identity).  The worst thing is the waiting lists which are huge due to lack of staffing and funding from our wonderful govt and they can get very depressing.  Once you meet with your clinic you need to undergo an assessment which can take multiple visits before they will be able to sign you off on HRT. (It is a combination of dysphoria diagnosis and informed consent) The GIC also acts a a central point to signpost you to other services offered by your local NHS. Hope this helps you get started!

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