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AMA Stands Firm on Gender-Affirming Care Amid Controversy

4/1/2026

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The American Medical Association (AMA) reaffirmed its support for gender-affirming medical care and rejected claims it had changed position.
David Aizuss, AMA Board chair, said policies remain unchanged on pediatric care.
The New York Times reported AMA aligned with the American Society of Plastic Surgeons to endorse restrictions on minors’ surgeries, which the AMA disputed.
Alex Sheldon of GLMA says misinterpretation drives the controversy and the AMA's support remains intact.

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The American Medical Association (AMA) reaffirmed its support for gender-affirming medical care and rejected claims it had changed position.
David Aizuss, AMA Board chair, said policies remain unchanged on pediatric care.
The New York Times reported AMA aligned with the American Society of Plastic Surgeons to endorse restrictions on minors’ surgeries, which the AMA disputed.
Alex Sheldon of GLMA says misinterpretation drives the controversy and the AMA's support remains intact.