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If I am underage, can my doctor tell my parents/guardians that I am transgender?

3 August 2020
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If you are under the age of 16, health care professionals will always try to persuade you to inform your parents/guardians, but they must respect your wishes. Your Doctor will make a judgement based on your capacity and understanding.

Can I ask my doctor and the staff to use my preferred pronouns?

3 August 2020
clcadmin
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Yes, you can ask anyone to address you with your preferred pronouns.  You can approach the GP practice and have a conversation about your gender identity. 

Can I change my doctor if I am not happy with them?

3 August 2020
clcadmin
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You have the right to change your doctor without giving a reason. You can ask to see another GP within the practice or change practices. You can also make a complaint against the GP or the GP practice by contacting the Patient and Client Council at 0800 917 0222 or info.pcc@hscni.net. 

If you are not happy with the response to your complaint, you can contact the Northern Ireland Public Services Ombudsman (NIPSO) at 0800 34 34 24 or nipso@nipso.org.uk.

Can I take time off work for medical reasons or appointments?

3 August 2020
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Government guidance states that “there may be absences for medical reasons and other appointments associated with the transition process which should be recorded, but not used in relation to any absence management process i.e. they should be regarded as a short-term reasonable adjustment.”