Trans and gender-diverse people's experiences of primary care in Sweden - a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Trans and gender-diverse people experience a high burden of health issues and face barriers to accessing care. Primary care has a large responsibility in providing equitable access to care and thus improving the health of the population. We, therefore, explored trans and gender-diverse people's experiences of primary care in Sweden.

Method

Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 12 self-identified trans or gender-diverse persons living in Sweden, aged over 15, and with experience of primary care. Participants were recruited via trans organizations. The interviews were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis.

Results

Five themes were identified: "Preparations and low expectations", "Attempts at trans-competent care", "When trans experiences are not

SUBMITTER: Repka A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12619444 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature