Robotic Team Leader RWJ University Hospital Somerset Belle Mead, New Jersey, United States
Description: The “PROUD” Program is the first LGBTQ-focused guideline that has been endorsed and implemented by our facilities in NJ as part of our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practice.
Hysterectomy and Orchiectomy procedures have become more commonplace in the OR as there have been increases of patients coming in for gender reassignment surgery.
This procedure is their first step of their surgical journey and to ensure transgender patients are treated with professionalism, courtesy and respect; guidelines have been established for interacting with transgender patients. Continuing education on LGBTQ recognition is an ongoing process for hospital staff.
To respect our patient’s preferred identity, gender markers have been removed from the wristband and the patient’s preferred name is addressed both on their chart and wristband.
Perioperative care of patients include a welcome environment, open communication, and visits from our “LGBTQ Patient Navigator” pre and post surgery.
Patient satisfaction is increased because of culturally competent care.