The Trump administration's executive order limiting care for transgender youth has spurred concern among parents, lawsuits, and protests from activists and politicians. Hospitals face a dual pressure: the risk of losing federal funding and ethical responsibilities to their patients. While some institutions like NYU Langone Health are postponing surgeries and appointments, many hospitals nationwide are still unsure about their approach to care, with some halting new prescriptions for hormone therapy. Despite being leaders in gender-affirming care, hospitals are navigating a precarious balancing act of compliance and ethical obligations.
Many parents are anxious about the Trump administration's executive order restricting care for transgender youth, prompting protests and lawsuits.
Hospitals are facing ethical dilemmas regarding patient care, caught between compliance and their duty to treat while risking federal funding.
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