Join leading gender-affirming surgeon and bio-ethicist Ioannis Ntanos (he/him) in conversation with clinical director at the Harley Street Gender Clinic, Dr Vickie Pasterski (she/her), for an insightful discussion on gender-affirming care.

They discuss the historical misunderstanding of people with gender dysphoria, their difficulty accessing healthcare, and what patients should keep in mind while they wait for their surgery date.

Dr Pasterski shares her thoughts on the importance of valuing authenticity over perfection in gender-affirming surgery, the importance of realistic expectations, and honouring the decisions patients make to alleviate their dysphoria.

Featured Guest Dr Vickie Pasterski (she/her) is a gender specialist and the clinical director at the Harley Street Gender Clinic, where she provides expert psychological support and assessment for individuals seeking gender-affirming care.

Connect & Learn More

Find Ioannis Ntanos:

LinkedIn: Ioannis Ntanos

Instagram: @ioannisntanos

Threads: @ioannisntanos

Resources

Learn more about Vickie Pasterski at https://www.harleystgenderclinic.com or watch her Tedx Talk. 

Learn more about top surgery at ioannisntanos.com

About The Podcast The Top Surgery Podcast explores the intersection of healthcare, advocacy, and community through candid conversations with experts, patients, and allies. New episodes released every month.