Clinical guidelines tell you what to prescribe, but they don't tell you how to help a patient navigate family rejection or provide hope when there are no publicly funded gender-affirming surgeries available.

This panel tackles those real-world challenges through a candid and practical dialogue, offering effective strategies for rural GPs.

Chaired by a regional GP with trans lived-experience, this session features a panel of trans and gender diverse people sharing their direct experiences and insights. They will discuss what builds real trust between a patient and their doctor, and what common barriers undermine care.

The conversation will focus on key discussions including:
• What are the key actions from a GP that make the biggest positive difference?
• What does it take for a doctor to build genuine, lasting trust?
• How can a GP be an effective ally when a patient faces systemic barriers or discrimination?

You will leave this session with practical approaches for nuanced consultations, clear examples of what successful collaboration looks like, and increased confidence to support patients through complex journeys.