On Thursday, September 22, 2011, the Southern Comfort Conference (SCC) will sponsor the annual Robert Eads Health Fair which will be graciously hosted by the Feminist Health Center (FHC). This all day fair is devoted to providing information and resources applicable to transmen. Programming will include complimentary or low cost health care services in addition to presentations by community activists, health care providers, and mental health professionals.

All SCC programming devoted to transmen will be held at the Feminist Health Center (not the Ravinia Hotel) on this date. Programming, speakers, and activities are updated on an ongoing basis. Please check back weekly. (learn more at www.SCCAtl.org)

History

The Robert Eads Health Partnership was formed in memory of Robert Eads, a transman who suffered under the transphobic and discriminatory health care system in Georgia. In 1999, Robert Eads died of ovarian cancer after being refused treatment by dozens of doctors in and around the Atlanta area. The Southern Comfort Conference is proud to sponsor the Robert Eads Health Fair, offering lower exams and consultations for transmen and trans-masculine individuals at no cost. This fair is hosted by Feminist Health Center, a non-profit organization

that provides health services in a safe, trans-affirmative environment. FHC’s protocols are designed to reduce barriers to health care for transgender individuals without compromising the quality of services they provide to all clients.

FHC Medical Services Available

The Feminist Health Center ‘s Trans Health Initiative (THI) program specializes in services devoted to FTM, transmasculine, and intersex clients. The THI program offers physical exams (including pelvic and lower exams with HPV testing), chest exams (pre and post-surgical), STI screenings, and lab work as needed throughout the year. Feminist Health Center also provides testosterone prescriptions to individuals interested in hormone replacement therapy. The program requirements for hormone replacement with testosterone include a current lower exam (within medical guidelines), a consultation with the nurse practitioner and THI coordinator, and lab work testing for specific endocrine levels and metabolic functions. The FHC medical director may request further follow up after review of medical history and lab results.

SCC will cover the cost of a FHC physical exam, infection check, and/or consultation for conference attendees. If you can afford to pay for these services we ask that you make a donation during the registration process to extend help to others. Additional services and labs are available at reduced prices.

Where: Feminist Health Center (FHC): 1924 Cliff Valley Way, NE, Atlanta, GA. 30329

Travel: Shuttle Service: SCC offers complimentary shuttle service to the Fair. Any interested conference attendees should meet in the hotel lobby at 8:30 am.

Time: 9am-4pm (personal appointments for lab work and other medical activities may begin at 8 am and extend through 6 pm.)

Registration: Registration for medical appointments are separate from SCC Registration. You must pre-register for your medical appointments. Each activity listed below tells you the type of pre-registration required. All other activities require registration for the SCC 2011 Conference. You must have your SCC badge to enter.

To register for the Robert Eads Health Fair, please email TransHealth@SCCAtl.org.

If you have questions and wish to have a conversation by phone please provide your phone number and any special instructions for calling such as days and time to call, preferred name, and if we can leave a message.

To register for SCC, please go to www.SCCAtl.org and click on Conference Registration.

For more information about Feminist Health Center’s ongoing Trans Health Initiative program visit www.feministcenter.org or contact: Chloe Kupfer, Trans Health Initiative Coordinator at 404-929-1742 or transhealth@feministcenter.org

1. Physical Exam (pelvic exam and/or PAP with HPV testing)
2. Infection check (to discuss any issue/concern with a practitioner)
3. Consultation (to discuss hormone replacement therapy or gender change documentation)

      1.  Blood work (testing for sexually transmitted infections, as well as a variety of routine chemistries)

      2.  T Panel (blood work necessary for hormone replacement therapy; includes fasting endocrine, liver function, complete blood count, basic metabolic panel, cholesterol panel, and testosterone level)