Although medicine is one of the oldest sciences dedicated to understanding the human body, the impact of gender identity on health remained relatively overlooked area until recent years. The healthcare needs of transgender womens—particularly those undergoing transitioning to female—have long been neglected in medical discourse. However, this field has been gaining increasing attention, particularly in the realms of obstetrics, gynecology, endocrinology, psychology, and social health.

This book aims to bridge the existing knowledge gap by providing a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted health journey of transgender womens. It goes beyond the purely medical and surgical aspects to address the hormonal, psychosocial, and ethical dimensions of transgender healthcare. Key topics of the book include reproductive health, the physiological and psychological effects of gender-affirming surgeries, gynecological follow-up, fertility preservation options, and the systemic barriers transgender womens face in accessing appropriate healthcare services.

A review of the existing literature on transgender women’s health reveals that the field is still evolving, with many clinical and research have not yet been fully addressed. Current studies highlight the necessity of multidisciplinary approaches to ensure equitable access to healthcare for transgender womens. As this topic intersects with multiple medical disciplines—including gynecology, endocrinology, psychiatry, and plastic surgery—it demans both rigorous scientific investigation and thoughtful clinical application.

This book is serves as comprehensive resource for both academics and healthcare practitioners seeking to deepen their understanding of transgender women’s health. Additionally, it aims to empower transgender womens with the knowledge needed to navigate healthcare systems more effectively and advocate for their well-being.

Prof. Dr. Deniz Balsak
Mardin Artuklu University, Faculty of Medicine, Training and Research Hospital, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics,
Mardin, Türkiye

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şerif Aksin
Mardin Artuklu University, Faculty of Medicine, Training and Research Hospital, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics,
Mardin, Türkiye