Pediatric Gender Care in Primary Care Settings in West Virginia: Provider Knowledge, Attitudes, and Educational Experiences

Pediatric primary care providers (PPCPs) often care for gender diverse youth (GDY), particularly in rural areas, but little is known about their relevant knowledge, attitudes, or educational experiences regarding caring for this population. This study surveyed PPCPs throughout the rural state of Wes...

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Published in:Journal of adolescent health 2024-06, Vol.74 (6), p.1088-1094
Main Authors: Kidd, Kacie M., Slekar, Alana, Sequeira, Gina M., Kahn, Nicole F., Costello, Lisa M., Negrin, Isabela, Farjo, Sara, Lusk, Savannah, Huzurbazar, Snehalata, Narumanchi, Janani
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adolescent
Adult
Attitude of Health Personnel
Female
Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice
Humans
LGBTQ
Male
Middle Aged
Pediatrics
Pediatrics - education
Primary care
Primary Health Care
Rural health
Surveys and Questionnaires
West Virginia
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Summary:Pediatric primary care providers (PPCPs) often care for gender diverse youth (GDY), particularly in rural areas, but little is known about their relevant knowledge, attitudes, or educational experiences regarding caring for this population. This study surveyed PPCPs throughout the rural state of West Virginia using an online survey assessing 1) demographics, 2) knowledge, 3) attitudes, and 4) educational experiences. Knowledge and attitude scores were calculated and proportion-tests and t-tests were used to compare these scores by PPCP characteristics including age, time in practice, and training background. In total, 51 PPCPs from throughout the state completed the survey and 82% had cared for GDY in the prior year. Younger providers (
ISSN:1054-139X
1879-1972
DOI:10.1016/j.jadohealth.2023.12.014