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Enhancing Experiences for LGBTQ+ Patients & Families

After a self-assessment of policies and processes, we realized there was an opportunity for Atrium Health to
enhance the way we care for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning (LGBTQ+) patients.

Provider Survey Better Data
• Assessed LGBTQ+ care knowledge and attitudes • Standardized Electronic Medical Record data capture to
• Attitudes & readiness of providers are positive overall include sexual orientation & gender identity

Policy Updates Education Enhancements
• Updated non-discrimination policies to include sexual • Increased resident LGBTQ+ education
orientation & gender identity • LGBTQ+ health online learning module live & available to
• Behavioral Health area developed housing guidelines all teammates
for transgender children

Atrium Health Levine Children’s

Center for Gender Health

Opened in April 2019, the Center for Gender Health’s mission is to:
• Provide compassionate, affirming medical & mental healthcare
• Promote education & understanding

• Advocate for gender-diverse patients & their families

Services for gender-diverse children, youth & young adults:
• Gender-affirming medical & mental healthcare
• Individualized treatment plan

• Family support & referrals to outside resources
• Case management & education
• Youth & family consultations
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