Medical care belongs with doctors, not politicians
When politicians without medical training begin to second-guess experienced clinicians, they shift the conversation away from where it belongs: clinical evidence and the people who need care. Gregory Stafford's recent comments are a clear example of exactly this, and it is worth saying plainly why that kind of interference does real harm.
When politicians and commentators without medical training begin to second-guess the work of experienced clinicians, it shifts the conversation away from where it needs to be: patient care and clinical evidence.
History-taking and medical assessment are skilled practices developed over years of training and supervised practice. They are not matters for public debate or political intervention, but rather for the professionals who have dedicated their careers to understanding how to listen to and support their patients.
Read the full piece to understand why this distinction matters so much for everyone accessing gender-affirming care.
