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Folx Health- providing Care for the LGBTQIA+community

Episode 64: Folx Health- providing Care for the LGBTQIA+community

A conversation with FOLX, the largest health and wellness platform for the LGBTQIA+ community.

Show notes

In this episode of Gynocurious, Dr. Amy Novatt sits down with Kate Steinle, Chief Clinical Officer at FOLX Health, to delve into the complex and evolving landscape of gender-affirming healthcare. The conversation highlights the challenges and successes FOLX Health has encountered as it aims to provide respectful, affirming, and comprehensive care to the LGBTQIA+ community. Kate shares her journey from an EMT in high school to her current leadership role, emphasizing the importance of telehealth in making healthcare more accessible and personalized for marginalized groups.

A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to discussing the logistical, legal, and social hurdles that FOLX Health navigates to provide quality care. Kate elaborates on the necessity for continuous adaptation in the face of a challenging political landscape, outdated medical regulations, and societal preconceptions. She offers insights into how FOLX ensures its clinicians are well-trained in cultural competency and empathetic patient interactions, aiming to create a safe and welcoming space for all their patients.

https://www.folxhealth.com

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Produced by Jennifer Hammoud and Matty Rosenberg @ Radio Free Rhiniecliff

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Kate Steinle MSN WHNP

Kate Steinle MSN WHNP

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