Finding a
Gastroenterologist
Finding a GI doctor/IBD specialist you are comfortable with and trust can be tough. Here are some places to start
Rainbows in Gastro: Physicians associated with Rainbows in Gastro will always be a great option - their main mission is caring for LGBTQ+ people with gastrointestinal disease, and increasing our quality of care. I can personally vouch for this one with the Pride and Poop seal of approval - every Rainbows in Gastro gastroenterologist (and hepatologist!) is the best of the best.
There are 3 IBD clinics established that specifically focus on the healthcare needs of LGBTQ+ people with IBD: Capitol Digestive Care in Washington, DC, Mayo Clinic IBD Pride Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, and a new LGBTQ+ focused IBD clinic at UCSF!
OutCare has a directory of LGBTQ+ affirming providers across a variety of specialties
The CDC has an *archived* directory of LGBT Health Services and Clinics in each state - it is no longer being updated, so double check if these resources are still available
LGBTQ+ Healthcare Directory also has a directory of affirming providers across a range of specialties
When browsing physician profiles, look for ‘LGBTQ Health’ if they have areas of interest listed
Ask around! Social media can be a helpful tool for looking for doctors who are kind and affirming - a vast majority aren’t listed on any directory