A New Era of Care for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Community

Understanding and caring for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender patients in dermatologic clinics: A dermatologist’s perspective from China

“…The health care of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) has been widely concerned in recent years. LGBT medicine has become an important and timely topic emphasized by health organizations and journals 1 . Training session on LGBT health care was developed and expanded for trainees or clinicians all America 2 .…”

“…Training session on LGBT health care was developed and expanded for trainees or clinicians all America 2 . Dermatologists may have a close connection with LGBT community, especially regarding noninvasive cosmetic procedures, sexually transmitted diseases (STD), and gender‐specific relevant dermatoses 1,3 . In March 2019, Yeung et al reviewed dermatologic care for LGBT persons, summarizing relevant terminology, healthcare disparities, and approaches to caring for LGBT patients 4 .…”

“…In March 2019, Yeung et al reviewed dermatologic care for LGBT persons, summarizing relevant terminology, healthcare disparities, and approaches to caring for LGBT patients 4 . Recently, Dermatologic Clinics also published a special issue on LGBT dermatology, 1 aiming to raise public concern about LGBT patients among dermatologists.…”

“…Improving the health of the LGBT community should be a public health priority all over the world. There is a lot to be improved in stigmatization, poor healthcare access, and lack of relevant policies and protections 1 . Healthcare staff have the responsibility to create a safe space to relieve illnesses and concerns of LGBT patients.…”