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AAP Stands Firm on Transgender Care Amid Controversy

2/6/2026

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The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) reaffirmed support for transgender procedures for minors, despite other organizations retracting endorsements.
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) said evidence does not support surgeries or puberty blockers for minors.
A $2 million detransitioner judgment underscores concerns about informed consent in transgender care.
Experts anticipate favorable outcomes for pending detransitioner lawsuits, signaling a potential policy shift in U.S. medicine.

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The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) reaffirmed support for transgender procedures for minors, despite other organizations retracting endorsements.
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) said evidence does not support surgeries or puberty blockers for minors.
A $2 million detransitioner judgment underscores concerns about informed consent in transgender care.
Experts anticipate favorable outcomes for pending detransitioner lawsuits, signaling a potential policy shift in U.S. medicine.