Why America Is Reversing Course on Youth Gender Medicine

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August 1, 2026
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In a guest column, SEGM co-founder Dr William Malone examines the American Society of Plastic Surgeons’ recommendation against gender-related surgery for minors, placing it within a broader international shift toward more cautious, evidence-based care.

He also highlights SEGM’s role in bringing international evidence and clinical guidance into the US debate.
In a guest column, SEGM co-founder Dr William Malone examines the American Society of Plastic Surgeons’ recommendation against gender-related surgery for minors, placing it within a broader international shift toward more cautious, evidence-based care. He also highlights SEGM’s role in bringing international evidence and clinical guidance into the US debate.