National LGBT Health Education Center. (2017). Focus on Forms and Policy: Creating an Inclusive Environment for LGBT Patients. Fenway Institute.

National LGBT Health Education Center; Fenway Institute

Keywords: Best Practices; Data Collection; Healthcare; Policy; Resources for Providers

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people come from all walks of life and experience many of the same health problems as non-LGBT people. This means that every organizational policy and procedure may impact the experience of LGBT people. To create an LGBT-affirming and inclusive environment, it is important to examine policies and procedures. This publication reviews some common updates to organizational forms and polices to create an affirming and inclusive environment for LGBT patients, and reviews strategies to modify procedures, behavior, and language to be inclusive of all patients. [Summary from resource.]

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