Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender clinical competence of health professionals in Poland and Spain: results of the health exclusion research in Europe (HERE) study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Health disparities experienced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals have been partially attributed to healthcare professionals' lack of cultural competence in addressing their specific needs. This study aimed to assess the differences in competencies and preparedness among health professionals from Poland and Spain when working with LGBT patients.

Methodology

Data were collected between June and August 2024 through a cross-sectional survey involving 673 health professionals (Mage = 33.54, SD = 9.74; 61.5% female), including 273 participants from Spain and 400 from Poland. Participants completed a self-administered survey, which included sociodemographic questions and the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Development of Clinical Ski

SUBMITTER: Karniej P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11780758 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature