Carolyn welcomes Brooks Nelson and Yee Won Chong, filmmakers of Trans Dudes With Lady Cancer on to the pod. Join us for this survivors hangout as we talk about scenarios and circumstances that trans-masc and trans-femme individuals can face within the healthcare system with examples from Yee Won and Brooks' first-hand breast and ovarian cancer diagnosis experience, their 'whys' and goals behind the documentary, and answer your questions!
From knowledge gaps that exist in the public discord and in the healthcare system, identity disruption, examination room jitters, and complicated family dynamics - Carolyn, Brooks and Yee Won highlight themes of human-centred care, preventing past traumas from disrupting care and causing future harm, the power we have as patients and practitioners, and what advocating for ourselves and loved ones can look like.
Enjoy our conversation. As always, happy to have you with us!
Learn more about Trans Dudes With Lady Cancer at https://www.transdudeswithladycancer.org/
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(00:25)-Welcome To Our Hang Out!
(03:02)-Chosen Family
(04:44)-Creating the Film: 4 Goals and Motivations
(13:55)-Strains on Culturally Competent Practitioners, an example from Yee Won's experience
(17:20)-How Personal Biases From Practitioners Get In The Way, an example from Brooks' experience. "Can you just examine me?"
(19:30)-The Importance of Trust Healthcare Relationships
(20:44)-When Practitioners Advocate For Us
(22:00)-Not Everyone Has The Same Access
(22:40)-How Do We Become Better at Advocating for Ourselves?
(24:50)-"Stop Taking Testosterone (Hormone Replacement Therapy)"
(31:25)-What Yee Won and Brooks Learned From Their Unique Seat In The House Observing One Another Through Their Respective Experiences
(36:21)-A Confession from Brooks' Gynaecological Oncologist
(38:21)-When Practitioners Go To Bat For You
(40:25)-Knowledge Gaps, Myths, and Opportunities
(41:25)-When The "Early Detection" Messaging Is Not Enough
(42:10)-Getting Patients to "Yes"
(43:58)-Question from Sameer
(46:22)-The Issue With Gendered Messaging
(46:57)-That - IS - some BS
(47:40)-Question from Edith
(50:20)-Question from Evan
(53:55)-How to Watch Trans Dudes With Lady Cancer and a Cheers To Life!
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The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the podcast author, or individuals participating in the podcast - and do not represent the opinions of podcast partners. While what is shared in these conversations is for consideration, this podcast should not be in place of official professional medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counselling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. While those on the podcast might have lived and professional experiences with cancer, it is important to seek support from health professionals who can take the time to assess and analyze your specific circumstance.
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