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Trans-Informed Surgical Providers

Access to knowledgeable, respectful, and evidence-based surgical care is an important part of healthcare for many transgender and gender-diverse individuals. Choosing a surgeon is a deeply personal decision, and finding providers who understand the unique needs of the transgender community can make the process feel more supportive and affirming.


The Bridge Alliance Fund believes that everyone deserves access to accurate information and quality healthcare. This resource was created to help individuals and families identify surgeons and surgical centers with experience providing gender-affirming care. While this list is not exhaustive, it offers a starting point for exploring available options.

Please note that every surgeon has their own consultation process, eligibility criteria, insurance policies, and documentation requirements. We try our best to stay up to date on what those requirements are if you have experiences that differ from our understanding of a clinic or there staff please let us know. We encourage contacting each office directly to discuss your individual goals and learn about their current policies.

Colorado Providers


ReGenesis Plastic Surgery

Grand Junction, Colorado

2515 Foresight Circle, Suite 100Grand Junction, CO 81505

Phone: (970) 242-8177Website: regenesisplasticsurgery.com

Provider Information

  • Requirements vary by surgeon.

  • Dr. Swellsted currently performs gender-affirming procedures for individuals 18 years and older.

  • A mental health support letter may be required before surgery.


Dr. Stacy Henderson – Grand Valley Surgical Center

Grand Junction, Colorado

2373 G Road, Suite 280Grand Junction, CO 81505

Phone: (970) 243-9340

Provider Information

  • Surgical candidacy is determined on a case-by-case basis.

  • Documentation requirements are individualized and discussed during consultation.


Regional Gender-Affirming Surgery Centers


Crane Center for Transgender Surgery

One of the nation's largest surgical practices dedicated exclusively to gender-affirming procedures.


Colorado Office: 5495 Arapahoe Avenue, Suite 200Boulder, CO 80303

Phone: (303) 381-2909

Texas Office: Austin, Texas

California Office: Greenbrae, California

Website: cranects.com

Provider Information

  • Requirements differ depending on the surgeon and procedure.

  • Patients should contact the office directly for current consultation and documentation requirements.


Align Surgical Associates

San Francisco & Los Angeles, California

San Francisco Office: 2299 Post Street, Suite 207San Francisco, CA 94115

Los Angeles Office: 1317 5th Street, Suite 300Santa Monica, CA 90401

Phone: (415) 530-4521


Transgender Surgery Institute of Southern California

Santa Monica, California office: 1317 5th Street, Suite 301Santa Monica, CA 90401

Phone:(310) 434-1144 and (424) 622-1123


Take Shape Plastic Surgery

Plantation, Florida office: 4161 NW 5th Street, Suite 100Plantation, FL 33317

Phone: (954) 585-3800


What to Expect During the Surgical Process


Every surgeon follows their own evaluation process, but many gender-affirming surgical programs may request one or more of the following:

  • A consultation to discuss your goals and expectations.

  • Medical clearance from your primary care provider or hormone provider.

  • One or more mental health/ provider support letters, depending on the procedure.

  • Documentation of hormone therapy, when appropriate.

  • Tobacco or nicotine cessation before surgery.

  • Insurance authorization if utilizing health insurance benefits.

Not every provider requires every item listed above. Requirements vary based on the procedure, surgeon, medical history, and current standards of care.


Additional Resources


There are many qualified gender-affirming surgeons throughout the United States. If you are looking for additional providers, procedure information, or surgeons in other regions, the nationwide directory at TransHealthCare.org offers a comprehensive listing of gender-affirming medical and surgical providers.

The Bridge Alliance Fund encourages individuals to research multiple surgeons, ask questions during consultations, and choose providers who respect their identity, communicate openly, and support informed decision-making. Access to affirming healthcare begins with having reliable information, and we hope this guide helps make that journey a little easier.

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