Gender Identity, Gender Diversity, and Transgender Support
Provided by: Government of Saskatchewan - Health
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Service Description
Visit the website for information on gender identity, gender diversity, and transgender support, including:
Where to Find Support and Resources
- Call Saskatchewan HealthLine 8-1-1
- Search on HealthLine online
Gender Reassignment Surgery
- Saskatchewan residents interested in accessing services should begin by discussing their options with their physician or primary care provider [general practitioner (GP) or nurse practitioner (NP)].
- Several surgeries may be required as part of the gender reassignment process. The most common procedures, such as hysterectomy and mastectomy, are provided in Saskatchewan. More complex procedures may require sub-specialized training which may not be available within the province.
- If residents wish to go outside of Saskatchewan for gender reassignment surgery, the Ministry of Health may cover up to 100 per cent of physician costs associated with some procedures, on the recommendation of a recognized authority. Travel and accommodation costs are not covered.
- Prior approval is required from the Ministry for coverage of specialized surgical services or therapies that are only available outside Saskatchewan. A small number of procedures, mostly considered experimental or non-functional, are not covered.
- Visit the wesbite or contact the Medical Services Branch at 1-800-667-7523.
Hormone Replacement Therapy
- Residents who have an active Saskatchewan health card are eligible for coverage of certain hormone replacement therapy listed on the Saskatchewan Formulary. Call the Drug Plan and Extended Benefits Branch at 1-800-667-7581 for details.
Service Website
Coverage Area
Saskatchewan
Languages Offered
English
No Physical Address
- ABI Partnership Project
- Autism Services and Resources
- COVID-19 Saskatchewan Information
- Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Services
- Gender Identity, Gender Diversity, and Transgender Support
- Health Care Facilities Map
- HealthLine 811
- HIV-AIDS Testing, Treatment, and Support
- Imaging Procedures Information
- Immunization Records
- Immunization Services Information
- Influenza Immunization
- Medical Assistance in Dying Information
- Mental Health and Addictions Services Overview
- Opioids and Naloxone Information
- Organ and Tissue Donor Registry
- Personal Care Home Operational Review Inspections
- Personal Care Homes
- Poison Control Centre: 1-866-454-1212
- Prescription Drug Plans and Health Coverage Information
- Public Health Advisories
- Recreational Water – Healthy Beach Program
- Saskatchewan Surgical Initiative
- Sexually Transmitted Infections Services
- TAO Tel-Aide Francophone Helpline
- Wellness and Prevention
Location Info
Toll-Free: 1-800-667-7766
Ministry of Health
Website
www.saskatchewan.ca/government/government-structure/ministries/health
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