LGBTQ+ Health 

At UNC Health, we are committed to providing all patients with compassionate, equitable and respectful care, regardless of how they identify. This is aligned with our stated mission to "improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians and others we serve.” 

To better serve the LGBTQ+ members of our community, UNC Health is committed to practices that ensure equity in care as well as an inclusive culture for team members. These practices include: 

• Providing continuing education and ongoing training developed with the National LGBT Health Center and recognized by the Human Rights Campaign’s Healthcare Equality Index   

• Celebrating Pride Month across the healthcare system and the school of medicine, including activities to increase awareness of gender diversity and the importance of pronouns 

UNC Health Resources

• UNC Children's Pediatric and Adolescent Clinic for Gender Wellness
  This gender clinic provides care to children and adolescents with concerns and questions regarding gender identity. Our multidisciplinary team includes a licensed social worker, a pediatric endocrinologist and a pediatric psychiatrist and psychologist.

• UNC Urology Department: Urology Services for Transgender and Gender Diverse Individuals
  This clinic provides urological services to transgender and gender-diverse patients including primary gender affirmation services and revisions after surgery in a compassionate environment. We have experience managing the most complex urologic cases.

• UNC Transgender Health Program
  This program assists patients in need of gender-affirming care, helping them to navigate the healthcare system and connect to medical, surgical and mental health services with gender-affirming providers. We act as a primary point of contact for transgender patients at UNC Health.

• UNC Psychiatry Gender Equity and Wellness Initiative
  This initiative provides evidence-based care for gender diverse individuals (ages 4 to 30 years) as well their families. We support those exploring or undergoing gender-affirming treatment and provide support and consultation during any phase of transition.  

• UNC Health’s Financial Assistance Program
  This page provides information about who qualifies for financial assistance, the cost of copayments and the 40 percent discount for uninsured individuals.

Community Health Resources

Community Links

• LGBTQ Center of Durham
• LGBT Center of Raleigh
• PFLAG Triangle
• PFLAG Winston-Salem
• PFLAG Greensboro