I am a trans woman of color, and finding medical providers who have the knowledge, training, and expertise necessary to provide gender-affirming care can-- and has been-- a daunting process. There are many providers out there who claim to have the knowledge, training, and demeanor to fully address the needs of their transgender patients. Having carefully vetted several, however, not all claims allayed my concerns. For example, several surgeons claiming to have the knowledge and experience to address their trans patients needs use outdated and inflammatory terminology when discussing the trans experience. Others refuse to work with insurance companies, or they lack a full appreciation for the multi-disciplinary approach transgender medicine requires.
But my concerns regarding identifying a skilled, thoughtful, and experienced provider were completely eliminated after I met Doctor Hadeed. Doctor Hadeed is a caring and thoughtful provider. He's a strong advocate for his transgender patients, and he and his staff work tirelessly to ensure patience receive their medically necessary care. Doctor Hadeed also carefully listens to his patients to ensure he comprehensively addresses the medical needs of his patients seeking treatment for gender dysphoria. Throughout my gender journey, Doctor Hadeed has provided me the support, encouragement, and honest and thoughtful counsel I require to make the best and most informed decisions I can regarding my care.
His skills as a surgeon are exemplary. To date, I have seen Doctor Hadeed for all my gender-affirming surgical needs. He has performed several procedures to both my body and face to ensure my body, face, and gender identity are properly aligned. Aside from being absolutely thrilled with my surgical results, my recovery from all surgeries done with Doctor Hadeed has been without complication or pain. That my recoveries have gone so smoothly are a testament to his skills and talents. Moreover, he made himself readily available to me before and after surgery to answer any questions that may arise as I prepared for and recovered from surgeries.
To summarize, I found the best provider for me in Doctor Hadeed. I have full confidence in his skill and expertise, and I will continue seeing Doctor Hadeed for my gender-affirming surgical needs. Finally, I have-- and will continue-- strongly encouraging other members of the transgender community to see him to meet their medically necessary needs. To anyone considering him, be assured Doctor Hadeed is in a class of his own. - Anya M. read more