Clinical mentorship call
Join our weekly, virtual lunch-hour meeting to learn about providing care to trans, Two-Spirit or non-binary people. Every Thursday from 12:10–1:00 p.m. (Pacific Time)
Join the weekly discussion
These weekly calls are for health care professionals interested in learning from others' clinical experiences.
We encourage participants to bring questions and scenarios and share situations, learnings and takeaways from their clinical experience. Mentors will share their experiences, support discussions and answer questions. New participants are always welcome to join the clinical mentorship call.
The topics for the weekly calls vary depending on participant feedback and rotate regularly, including themes such as:
- Medical care (such as primary care, gynecological care, surgery, and hormones)
- Child, youth and family care
- Psychosocial care
- Readiness assessments
- Special topics (such as ethics, legal, intersecting identities and experiences, peer and community supports, and more)
Sign up for the series
If you would like to be involved, e-mail trans.edu@phsa.ca. We will add you to the distribution list for regular updates and access to the weekly virtual call.
Upcoming mentors
May 2, 2024
Caffyn Jesse, Somatic Sex Educator
What themes related to sexual health, embodiment and relationships come up in your practice? Sexuality is an important part of identity and may feel difficult to address in clinical settings. Join Caffyn Jesse (they/she) for a conversation about supporting clients in their sexual wellbeing. Caffyn will introduce 6 key concepts that clinicians can use to inform their approach to these conversations.
May 9, 2024
Michiko Caringal, Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist
Let's talk about rehab for transgender, Two-Spirit, and non-binary individuals! Join Pelvic Health Physiotherapist Michiko Caringal (she/her) for a discussion on how holistic rehabilitation can address clients in their entirety to improve their quality of life, including sexual health and wellness.
May 23, 2024
BC Children Hospital's Gender Clinic Mental Health Team
Join BC Children Hospital's Gender Clinic Mental Health team to learn about mental health and gender-affirming care assessment for youth and families at BC Children's Hospital. They will discuss the assessment pathway, areas of assessment, how to manage complexities as they arise and the utility of assessment for therapeutic gain.
May 30, 2024
Cora Beitel, Registered Midwife
Join registered midwife Cora Beitel to learn how care providers can best support trans and queer parents during their pregnancy and birth experiences. Cora will share practical strategies and approaches that providers can use to help ensure clients receive respectful and affirming care throughout this significant journey.
Contact our team of health navigators for information about referral pathways and resources for you and your patients.