Gender Affirmation Surgery–related Hashtag Utilization on Instagram: Implications for Education and Patient Care
Nisha Gupta,
Tahera Alnaseri,
Ginger Slack
et al.
Abstract:Background:
Gender-affirmation surgery (GAS) allows for transgender and nonconforming patients to achieve a more congruent physical appearance and alleviate dysphoria. Social media, such as Instagram, has adopted an increasingly important role in plastic and reconstructive surgery, and understanding trends and usage related to GAS can have significant implications for patient education and outreach. As such, this cross-sectional study aims to address the following questions related to GAS-related c… Show more
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