Transgender patients often ask what they can expect to feel and even see with a speculum after their Male to Female Genital Reconstruction Surgery. The answer: Pink, Moist, Slick. These are the magical changes of the vaginal lining following transgender surgery. The vaginal lining takes on natural … [Read more...]
Multi-Disciplinary Approach to Transgender Care
Transgender Healthcare at Medical Grand Rounds- A Multi-Disciplinary Approach Dr. MacPhee with be joining J. Loiuse Newton, MSW, LCSW, of Carolina Partners in Mental Healthcare and Eric Klett, MD of UNC Endocrinology for the presentation next week. We will present to the University of North … [Read more...]
Scrotal Skin Reduction: Another Option in MTF Transition Process
What is Scrotal Skin Reduction? Scrotal Skin reduction is surgical removal of loose and redundant scrotal skin. This procedure is often performed in conjunction with testicle removal, bilateral orchiectomy, for transgender women. Patients report increased ease and comfort with daily tucking, since … [Read more...]
Strengthen Your Pelvis, Elvis!
Strengthening the pelvic floor benefits both males and females. It is not contra-indicated after Male to Female genital reconstruction, and will likely help reduce the possibility of vaginal prolapse, urinary incontinence, and bowel incontinence. This link to bladder health describes how to … [Read more...]
The 23rd annual Southern Comfort Conference celebrates transgender lives
Dr. MacPhee was thrilled to be a part of the 23rd annual Southern Comfort Conference (SCC), a four-day symposium focused on supporting and celebrating the lives of transgender people. Held September 4-8 in Atlanta, Georgia, the SCC brought together transgender and allied vendors, authors, … [Read more...]