Research Topic: Gender Affirming Care
Study Title: Support for Transgender and Non-binary Individuals Seeking Vaginoplasty Study
Research Team:
Christi Butler, MD, Principal Investigator (PI)
Sponsor: Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI)
Study Overview
- Evaluate the acceptability of a virtual, group-based perioperative peer support intervention, aiming to improve health outcomes for participants seeking gender-affirming vaginoplasty specifically coping self-efficacy compared to participants who receive enhanced usual care.
- Determine if the STRIVE intervention improves the participant’s chances of meeting preoperative criteria for gender-affirming vaginoplasty and other exploratory health outcomes.
- Evaluate the acceptability of the STRIVE intervention among participants, peer support specialists, and healthcare team members
Who can join?
- Age range: 18+
- Self-identified trans or gender diverse individual seeking vaginoplasty
- Can complete survey responses online, by phone, or on paper
- Willing and able to participate in virtual peer support intervention
- English speaking
- Does not speak English
- Unable or unwilling to participate
- Have co-morbidities or other conditions that exclude them from candidacy for vaginoplasty
What to Expect During the Study
Surveys and possible virtual support group led by trained peer supporter
Remote only
UCSF Montgomery St.
Participation in this study will help researchers improve perioperative support practices and enhance clinical care for future transgender patients seeking genital gender-affirming surgery.
FAQ's
24 months (2 years)
Will need to complete study surveys at baseline, 6 months post-enrollment, and 12 months post-enrollment, and if you have surgery, immediately pre-surgery, 3 months post-surgery, and 6 months post-surgery.
Yes, $135-$255 for completed surveys and additional $100 for optional interview.
40 participants at UCSF
Contact us
Christi Butler, MD, Principal Investigator (PI)
[email protected]
(415) 353-1167