Gender and Sexuality Development Program News

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) announced that five of its physicians and researchers were among the ninety-eight new members selected to join the American Pediatric Society (APS), one of North America's first and most prestigious academic pediatric organizations.

CHOP is one of 384 healthcare facilities nationwide earning the “LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader” designation.

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) today announced that it has earned a designation as a “LGBTQ Health Care Equality Leader” from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HRC). The designation was awarded in the 13th edition of HRC’s Healthcare Equality Index (HEI), also released today.

Talking to your kids about gender and sexual identity should be an ongoing discussion; allowing them to ask questions in an open and accepting atmosphere.

Check out some of our programs, efforts and community celebrations in support of LGBTQ Pride Month, organized by the Office Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at CHOP.

Using the case of Maeve, a 5-year-old who now goes by M, we explain gender dysphoria and the importance of follow-up care by providers who respect and support the child, as well as support and educate the child’s family members.