@article{THESIS,
      recid = {4350},
      author = {Leo, Rosemary},
      title = {The Varied Experiences of Nonbinary Patients in a  Healthcare Setting},
      publisher = {University of Chicago},
      school = {M.A.},
      address = {2022-08},
      number = {THESIS},
      abstract = {The experiences of nonbinary patients in a healthcare  setting are diverse, ranging from typically affirming of  their gender identity to instances of blatant  discrimination or mistreatment. While a positive experience  can allow nonbinary patients to trust in their healthcare  provider, a negative experience may lead patients to avoid  healthcare settings or be reserved in what information they  are willing to share about themselves. In order to ensure  that nonbinary patients receive high quality and equitable  treatment, the specific needs and preferences of nonbinary  individuals need to be taken into account. To achieve this,  this study aims to improve the current understanding of how  nonbinary people are treated in a healthcare setting, as  well as identifying common concerns for nonbinary patients.  Nine participants were asked in an interview about their  experiences in a healthcare setting and general opinions of  what changes would allow them to feel more comfortable  receiving care. While responses of participants were varied  based on their personal experiences and preferences, it is  evident that their impressions of healthcare settings could  be improved by using more gender neutral language to refer  to patients, avoiding intentional or unintentionally  harmful behavior such as misgendering or avoiding nonbinary  patients, and having healthcare providers be better  informed about treatments that might be relevant or  effective for their nonbinary patients.},
      url = {http://knowledge.uchicago.edu/record/4350},
      doi = {https://doi.org/10.6082/uchicago.4350},
}