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This research project aims to explore the mental health experiences of trans and gender diverse people who have undergone phalloplasty in Australia.
10-12 participants will be recruited via a social media post in the Facebook group 'Phallo AU' and email to member health professionals of the Australian Professional Association for Transgender Health. Following consenting, basic demographic data will be obtained from participants and each participant will take part in a recorded and transcribed semi-structured interview. Participants will receive a $50 Woolworths voucher as an acknowledgement of their contribution to the research. Data will be analysed and findings presented in a relevant and reputable peer reviewed academic journal, at a conference and in an MD research project report.
Associate Professor Rachel Rossiter - School of Rural Medicine
Jo Hunter - School of Rural Medicine
Liam Devlin - School of Rural Medicine
Our aim is to explore, in-depth, the mental health experiences of trans and gender diverse people who have undergone phalloplasty in Australia.
Adults 18 years and older. Identify as trans or gender diverse.
Are able to speak English fluently. Have undergone phalloplasty in Australia for gender affirmation purposes.
Intend to have no more gender affirming surgeries (excluding for complications).
At least two years have elapsed since their final gender affirming surgery (excluding for complications).
Feel that they are mentally well enough to take part in an interview
Participants will take part in a semi structured interview.
For more information and to continue with your interest in participating in this project, please download and read the participant information sheet. This will provide a link at the end for you to register your interest.
The information provided will remain confidential and consent can be withdrawn at anytime. Please note we will not require any information that identifies your workplace.