ASGE Annual Postgraduate Course: Leveraging New Advances to Improve Patient Outcomes (Live and Virtual) | May 2024-Key considerations for digestive health in people LGBTQIA+

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Dr. Christopher Vélez, an expert in gastroenterology, discusses the importance of understanding digestive health in LGBTQIA communities at the DDW 2024 meeting. He highlights the clinical scenario of a patient with ulcerative proctosigmoiditis who was misinformed by his gastroenterologist about his condition's impact on his sexual activities. Dr. Vélez emphasizes the need for LGBTQIA cultural competency in healthcare, addressing diverse identities and unique healthcare needs within these communities. He points out the disparities in health outcomes and the lack of research on GI issues in LGBTQIA populations.<br /><br />The presentation covers various aspects of LGBTQIA digestive health, including bowel and anorectal considerations, vaccinations, cancer screening, and post-surgery advice. Dr. Vélez stresses the importance of using inclusive language, understanding pronouns, and creating a welcoming and cooperative healthcare environment. He advocates for more research in LGBTQIA digestive health and the implementation of tailored approaches to address disparities and improve patient care. In conclusion, he highlights the urgency of addressing LGBTQIA concerns in healthcare and the need for further research in this field.

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Christopher D. Velez, MD

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Dr. Christopher Vélez

gastroenterology

LGBTQIA communities

digestive health

cultural competency

health disparities

GI issues

inclusive language

patient care

research