President Trump’s recent executive order has caused a stir in the medical community, with many top providers now halting transgender medical procedures for youth. The order restricts treatments such as puberty blockers and gender reassignment surgeries, citing concerns about their impact on children. Several leading institutions have announced their compliance with the order, emphasizing the importance of following federal and state laws. While some hospitals have suspended services, others are still evaluating the situation and its potential effects on their care offerings. The debate over transgender medical procedures continues to unfold as providers navigate the changing landscape of healthcare regulations.
Upon receiving VCU’s guidance on January 30, 2025, we want to emphasize that our commitment to providing comprehensive care to all patients and their families remains unwavering. We continue to offer a range of services, including screening, counseling, mental health care, and other essential health care needs.
Similarly, UCSF’s Gender Affirming Care in San Francisco has ceased services for patients under 19, aligning with the policy adopted by Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles. Meanwhile, Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York conveyed in an email their intention to update stakeholders once more information becomes available on the matter.
Across the country, institutions such as Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia have indicated that they are currently evaluating their services in light of recent developments. Moreover, several hospitals and health systems that previously offered procedures for minors have not responded to inquiries from The Center Square regarding their stance on the executive order. The Center Square remains committed to seeking clarification on whether these institutions intend to comply with the directive.
